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24 January 2025
Vote in the 2025 AAS Election!
Diane Frendak American Astronomical Society (AAS)
The 2025 AAS election is now underway. This year, eligible members will be voting for the following positions: President-Elect (who will become President in June 2026), Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, At-Large Trustee, USNC/IAU Representative, and Nominating Committee member. Who you elect matters, as they manage, direct, inform, and control the affairs of the Society. Your vote counts, so please exercise it and encourage your colleagues to cast their ballots.
Members eligible to vote in the AAS election should have received an email with a set of login credentials specifically for the voting portal (eBallot) and links to statements from all the candidates. The last reminder to vote was emailed on Tuesday, 4 February, during the 1:00 pm ET hour. Look for a message from "American Astronomical Society" — please check your spam folder if you do not see it in your inbox.
If you would prefer to use a paper ballot, you may request one from the membership department.
President
The President presides over the Board of Trustees meetings and the annual AAS Members' Meeting, represents the AAS at official functions and before other organizations, serves when required as the official spokesperson for the AAS, and appoints Board liaisons to AAS Divisions and committees. Current President: Dara Norman (June 2024-June 2026); Past President: Kelsey Johnson (June 2024-June 2025). Term: 4 years (1 as President-Elect, 2 as President, 1 as Past President).
Vice President
Vice Presidents, as representatives of the Board of Trustees, are responsible for the overall scientific content of the Society’s major meetings. They select invited speakers, review proposals for special sessions, and support and advise the Executive Officer in maintaining the scientific quality of the program. Current Vice Presidents: Grant Tremblay (June 2022-June 2025); Dawn Gelino (June 2023-June 2026); Edwin (Ted) Bergin (June 2024-June 2027). Term: 3 years.
Secretary
The Secretary is responsible for preparing and maintaining the minutes of the meetings of the Board of Trustees and for maintaining and authenticating records of the Society; for administering the AAS Prizes & Honors Program; for serving as Chair of the Appointments Committee and Secretary of the IAU US National Committee; and for preparing the agendas for meetings of the Board. Current Secretary: Alice K. B. Monet (June 2019-June 2025). Term: 3 years.
Treasurer
The Treasurer is responsible for the financial affairs of the Society and keeps full and accurate accounts of receipts and disbursements in the Society's books. The Treasurer deposits or invests all monies or other valuable effects in the name of the Society in such depositories or investments as are selected by the Board of Trustees. The Treasurer prepares an annual report to the Board of Trustees on the financial condition of the Society and secures regular audits of the Society's financial operations. Current Treasurer: Jack O. Burns (June 2024-June 2026). Term: 3 years.
At-Large Trustee
- Seth Redfield
- Ann Hornschemeier Cardiff
As members of the governing board of the AAS, At-Large Trustees have the legal responsibility to manage, direct, and control the affairs and property of the Society. Within the limits of the Bylaws, the Board of Trustees determines the policies of the Society and changes to them, and it has discretion in the disbursement of the Society’s funds. Current At-Large Trustees: B. Ashley Zauderer-VanderLey (June 2022-June 2025); Lisa Prato (June 2023-June 2026); Daniel Dale and Gregory Rudnick (June 2024-June 2027). Term: 3 years.
USNC/IAU Representative
The US National Committee for the International Astronomical Union represents the interests of the US astronomical community and safeguards the intellectual vigor of the Union.
Nominating Committee (two open positions)
The Nominating Committee prepares slates of candidates for Officers and Trustees as specified in the Bylaws. Current Committee Members: Kelsey Johnson, Chair (June 2024-June 2025); Lori Allen and Margaret Meixner (Feb 2023-Feb 2025); Susana Deustua and Vivian U (Feb 2024-Feb 2026). Term: 2 years.
Vote today! Balloting closes at 11:59 pm ET on 18 February 2025.