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Expression of Interest to Join an LSA Committee

Volunteer Opportunities

Committees are essential to the growth of LSA and linguistics as a profession. They offer new ideas, engage with members and amplify collective impact. Some LSA committees are "open," in that any member who wants to join can do so on the membership form or in the member portal. Other LSA committees are "closed," because they are limited in size and are charged with specific operational tasks that are necessary for LSA to function. Members can express interest in serving on closed committees, but the final membership for each committee requires approval by the Executive Committee.

LSA is seeking expressions of interest in serving on closed committees for the next volunteer term commencing in January 2027. You may express interest in multiple positions, but once you are selected, we suggest that you serve on one committee at a time.

Scholars from groups traditionally underrepresented in LSA are especially encouraged to consider serving on an LSA committee. An expression of interest does not constitute an appointment to serve. All expressions of interest are appreciated, and everyone who expresses interest in serving will get a personal response in January 2027. Click on the links below to learn more about each Committee.
Important notes:

Volunteer opportunities are available to current LSA members only.

Although there are exceptions, volunteer opportunities are generally most suitable for linguists who have completed their studies. Student members who are interested in being part of a committee are invited to
1.Full Name:(Required.)
2.Email address:(Required.)
3.Select the committee(s) on which you are interested in serving:(Required.)
4.What interests you about the position for which you would like to volunteer? What do you hope to gain through participating in this group?(Required.)
5.Please describe your strengths or areas of expertise. What do you believe that you will bring to the work of this Committee? How will they contribute to the success of the Committee you are interested in joining?(Required.)
6.If you are selected to be a new Committee Chair/member, what support do you need from LSA to ensure your success in this volunteer opportunity?(Required.)
7.Please upload your CV here.
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Demographics

As part of our efforts to ensure that LSA is a welcoming place for all members, we are asking for some additional information regarding your professional and personal characteristics. If you are uncomfortable with any of the questions below, please feel free to select, "prefer not to state."
8.Please select an option that best describes your professional status.(Required.)
9.How do you define your gender? Check all that apply.(Required.)
10.Please select your ethnicity. Select all that apply.(Required.)