Frequently Asked Questions
Membership
How can I join AAEA? How do I renew my membership?
You can join AAEA or renew your membership by using our online membership form. You also can print the PDF version of the membership form and fax it to (414) 276-3349 or mail it to:
AAEA Business Office
555 East Wells St., Suite 1100
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Can I pay for my membership with a credit card?
Yes, AAEA accepts all major credit cards for all services, including membership.
What is a Section?
A Section is a sub-group of AAEA members with an interest in a specific area of agricultural and applied economics. AAEA currently offers 17 sections that members can join.
I already paid my membership dues; can I add a section membership?
Yes. If you have already paid your membership dues but wish to add a section membership, please contact the AAEA Business Office at Info@aaea.org or (414) 918-3190.
When does my membership expire?
All memberships are on a calendar year (January-December). You can log in in to the My Account section of the AAEA website to find out when your membership will expire.
How do I access the Members Only section of the website?
The Members Only section is now the My Account section. If this is your first time accessing the My Account section, you will need to create an account, which you can do using your e-mail address. It is free for anyone to create an account.
How do I update my information?
You can update your information by logging in to the My Account section. You will be able to view the current information on file for you and make make any necessary changes. The My Account section also allows you to change your personal preferences, including whether you would like to receive print versions of our journals, for example.
Publications
How can I update my preferences regarding print versions of AJAE, AEPP, and The Exchange?
You can change your publication preferences in the My Account section of the AAEA website. You also can update your current contact information, as well as other communication preferences.
How can I get a back issue of AJAE or AEPP?
You can request a back issue of AJAE or AEPP by contacting the AAEA Business Office at Info@aaea.org or (414) 918-3190.
I did not receive the latest issue of AJAE or AEPP. How do make a claim?
You can make a claim regarding a journal that you did not receive by contacting the AAEA Business Office at Info@aaea.org or (414) 918-3190.
Annual Meeting
When is the Annual Meeting? Where is it going to be held?
Here are the dates and locations of the upcoming AAEA annual meetings:
2010 AAEA, CAES, & WAEA Joint Annual Meeting in Denver—July 25–27, 2010
2011 AAEA & NAREA Joint Anunal Meeting in Pittsburgh—July 24–26, 2011
2012 AAEA Annual Meeting in Seattle—August 12–14, 2012
How do I submit a presentation for the Annual Meeting?
There are several different types of submissions accepted for the annual meeting. They are typically submitted during the December and January prior to the meeting. For more information about submitting presentations, please visit the 2010 Joint Annual Meeting page.
Career Opportunities
Does AAEA display employment ads?
Yes. You can view the current employment ads for free in the Career Opportunities section of our website.
How do I post an employment ad? How much does it cost?
To post an employment ad, please visit the Career Opportunities section of our website. Each ad will be displayed for two months for a fee of $300.
The AAEA Foundation
How can I donate to the AAEA Foundation?
You can make a donation to the AAEA Foundation by using the online donation form. You also can include donations to the Foundation when you renew your AAEA membership. For more information, please visit the AAEA Foundation page.
What is an Appreciation Club? How do I start one?
Appreciation Clubs are created to honor a specific person or persons, and allow people to donate to the AAEA Foundation in their honor. A list of current Appreciation Clubs, including information on how to start one is available on the Appreciation Clubs page.
General Questions
How do I nominate someone to be a Fellow?
Fellows nominations are accepted in the fall of each year. You can visit the Fellows page for more information about the nomination process.
Who is the president of AAEA?
The current president of AAEA is Ron Mittelhammer of the Washington State University. For the names of former presidents, you can consult this list of AAEA Past Presidents.
How do I nominate someone for the Executive Board?
Nominations for members of the Executive Board, including President-Elect, are accepted in the fall of each year. You can find the call for nominations on the AAEA website at that time.