As an ASLO member, you have the opportunity to positively impact the future of our society by nominating yourself or another member to stand for election to the ASLO Board of Directors. This year we are seeking candidates for Secretary (1), Members-at-Large (2), and Student Board Member (1). Descriptions of these positions can be found below.
The slate of candidates is selected by the Nominations Committee, relying heavily on your suggestions. The Nominations Committee needs your nominations by 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time on 1 December 2026 so that we may assemble a full slate.
Current Board members are also eligible for nomination for a second consecutive term if nominated by an ASLO member. Note that current board members may not make nominations.
With the help of your nominations, we aim to establish a Board balanced in gender, limnology/oceanography, geographic distribution, etc. Colleagues from backgrounds underrepresented in the aquatic sciences are particularly welcome. The current Board would benefit from the addition of members outside of North America to better represent the international membership of ASLO. Topics we will be requiring Board input for over the next few years include publications, innovative meeting approaches, and enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the aquatic sciences, as well as strategic planning for the future of ASLO. The composition of the current board can be seen here: https://aslo.org/page/board-
Please nominate yourself or any other ASLO member — service on the ASLO Board is rewarding and valuable, a great way to network while contributing to the health of our discipline.
Sincerely,
Susanne Menden-Deuer
Past President and ASLO Nominations Committee Chair