If you have any questions, please contact fellows@geron.org. 

Nominees must show evidence of a strong and sustained commitment to the Society*, which can be demonstrated in a variety of ways, such as:

• performing reviews of GSA abstracts or journal submissions
• volunteering on a committee/workgroup/advisory panel/member group program within GSA
• volunteering in member engagement programs and products (webinars, workshops, etc.)
• serving as an Interest Group convener
• publishing articles in GSA journals
• applying and/or serving as a nominator for a GSA Award
• participating in the GSA Mentor Match program as either a mentor or mentee
• contributing to the GSA Annual Scientific Meeting by chairing symposia or giving presentations
• supporting GSA by giving to a donation fund

Committed involvement in the society should include invovlement in 4 or more of the above activites. 

 

*Any involvement in The Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education prior to the 2018 merger may be considered GSA activities.

1. Active involvement in the advancement of the field of gerontology
2. Primary membership in the BSS section for at least 7 years
3. Publication and/or research of a substantial body of recognized work contributing to the literature on gerontology in the behavioral or social sciences

 

1. Either a medical degree or a doctoral degree in gerontology related to experimental biology and conferred by a graduate school of recognized standing 
2. Prior status as a member of the section for at least 3 years
3. Five years of research experience subsequent to the granting of the doctoral degree
4. Evidence of meritorious performance in biology or a related field
5. Publication of papers (or the equivalent) prior to fellows application, in areas relating to the biology of the aging process 

 

1. Primary membership in the SRPP section for at least 5 years
2. Significant contributions to applied gerontological research, policy, or practice, as evidenced by one or more of the following:
   • publications in peer-reviewed journals, or authorship of books, book chapters, or professionally recognized reports and monographs related to the aging population
   • leadership positions in organizations or agencies that are recognized for high-quality services to older adults, the development of innovative programs, or a history of advocacy for policies that improve the well-being of older people

Diversity Statement (200 word-limit): Please include a statement of your contributions toward promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the gerontology discipline and/or your career. Through this statement, you are asked to share how past, present, and future academic and professional activities have or will contribute to GSA’s mission of promoting equity and inclusion.

Note: Examples include working with others to further the goals of equity and inclusion; leading in any capacity that tangibly promotes an environment where diversity is welcomed, fostered, and celebrated; creative activity, research and scholarship that promotes equity and parity; teaching and mentoring students/junior scholars, community engagement activities, and/or engaging with faculty and/or staff from historically underrepresented and marginalized group of individuals to create a positive and successful organizational experience.

Letter of endorsement instructions: Should clearly reflect how the candidate meets the criteria for Fellowship as outlined in the 2025 Code of Procedure and Requirements for Fellow Status, has had a visible, sustained impact on gerontology, and has made regular contributions to the Society. 

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