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WHY BELONG TO SMPE
SMPE is a Professional Organization "to develop a cooperative spirit
and friendship among members, to be of mutual assistance to each
other and to promote and protect the interests and welfare of the
American Merchant Marine".
Since it's founding in 1946, members have supported each other's
interests and relied on each other to share solutions to technical
problems and pass on the information to others in our field.
MEMBERSHIP
Membership is open to persons involved in the maritime industries
and meeting all the requirements outlined in the Societies By-Laws.
Membership my be requested by filling out our Application Form.
STUDENT MEMBERSHIP
Student membership is free, and there is no application or
initiation fee. Student membership attendance at all society events
and meetings is subsidized at a reduced cost. Upon graduation your
student membership can be converted to a full or associate
membership and we will waive the initiation fee.
Membership my be requested by filling out our
Student Membership Application Form.
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MONTHLY TECHNICAL MEETINGS
The Society supports technical education through sponsorship of
technical papers applicable to the Marine Industry and our annual
industry forum. Often these papers are sponsored jointly with other
organizations like SNAME or IME
SOCIAL EVENTS
Social events like our annual Dinner Dance, Golf Outing and other
family oriented affairs help bring members and their families closer
together to improve relationships and friendships.
SCHOLARSHIPS
With the ever increasing cost of education SMPE is again there to
assist it's members. Members in good standing may
apply for interest
free scholarship loans for their children. For information click on
our link to our Scholarship Loan Program
CAREER ENHANCEMENT
The Society is also about networking. The Society offers contact
with all areas of the industry by interaction within the membership
itself, monthly technical meetings and social gatherings. |