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WHY BECOME A STUDENT MEMBER?
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Ability to apply for a student research award
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Ability to apply for a student travel award
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Eligible for student presentation awards at annual meetings
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Participate in our mentorship program
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Support a cause and organization you believe in
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Gain a professional affiliation
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Membership in a peer group (e.g., the Student Affairs Committee)
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Contribute to science by volunteering with the SCO-SOC
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Cheaper registration at meetings
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Free membership for anyone who identifies as being from an underrepresented group (black, Indigenous, Person of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+, person with disability, etc.)
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Opportunity to join our BIPOC and 2SLGBTQIA+ networking groups
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Access to webinar series focused on serving students and early-career researchers (e.g. career development, skills development)
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Access to a vast network of professional ornithologists
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Link to our newsletter to keep up with ornithology activities across Canada
To learn more about becoming a member visit the Membership page