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Chapters Manual - ComSoc Benefits


3.1 Membership Benefits


Membership Benefits - Why Join the IEEE Communications Society?

Professional advancement requires knowledge
Members of the IEEE Communications Society have the opportunity to read and review papers, write articles, organize conferences, and participate in the Society's government.

Subscription to the award-winning IEEE Communications Magazine
Free with membership in the IEEE Communications Society is a subscription to IEEE Communications Magazine. Every month this award-winning publication presents the latest information in the communications field, written by recognized industry leaders Members enjoy free access to the electronic edition through the ComSoc web site.

Participation in technical committees
The IEEE Communications Society sponsors technical committees, offering its members a wide range of opportunities to exchange ideas and information in specialized areas of communications technology.

Discounted admission at industry conferences
Membership in the IEEE Communications Society entitles you to discounted admission to all conferences sponsored by the Society, including GLOBECOM, ICC, INFOCOM, NOMS, IM, WCNC, and MILCOM.

Society-sponsored continuing education
Your career growth depends on a commitment to continuing development in the field. The Communications Society sponsors a series of conferences, seminars, and workshops offering a variety of opportunities to fulfill this commitment.

Participate in the formation of standards
IEEE Communications Society members can participate in the development and implementation of standards in the communications field, in areas such as network management and optical communications.

Membership in the local Chapters of the Society
The Communications Society sponsors about 150 Chapters around the world. These local Chapters provide opportunities to participate in the Society as well as meet other members in your area.

Low rates on Society publications
Membership in the Society entitles you to low member-only rates on all Communications Society publications. These magazines and journals cover special topics and disciplines, and are targeted toward particular interests and needs.

Global web access at www.comsoc.org
Instantly find IEEE Communications Society information on officers, committees, conferences, awards, periodicals, standards, events, and much more.

Electronic publications
ComSoc membership provides password access to the electronic version of IEEE Communications Magazine, including current issues and previously published volumes. Optional print subscriptions to Communications Society periodicals include electronic access. An optional IEEE Communications Digital Library offers electronic access without print copies for selected ComSoc publications.

Eligibility for awards and recognition by peers
The Communications Society sponsors awards for outstanding achievement in the communications field. There are currently six service awards and six paper awards.

Joining the IEEE Communications Society is a smart idea
For low annual dues you enjoy the full benefits of membership in ComSoc, including a free subscription to IEEE Communications Magazine, reduced rates on other Society publications, and member rates at conferences.

Volunteer Leaders and Staff Directory
New members receive the annual ComSoc Community directory of volunteers, officers, and staff. Members may request a copy through the NY office.

Electronic News Updates
Membership includes an e-mail subscription to ComSoc e-News, a short bimonthly e-mail message bringing the latest news on publications, Society events, and conferences.




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