Emerging Scholar and Professional Organization

Since 1960, GSA's Emerging Scholar and Professional Organization (ESPO) has provided students with opportunities to be actively involved in the field of gerontology. ESPO members — who make up about one-quarter of GSA — enjoy full Society membership benefits and privileges at significant discounts. When you become a student or transitional member of GSA, you automatically become an ESPO member! Want to get involved in ESPO? E-mail us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Advance your career and the profession

• Find current job listings when seeking career opportunities with AgeWork, the GSA Career Center.
• Participate in the Dissertation Writing Group and access resources on how to fund, publish, and present research

Build your professional network

• Connect with experts in the field of aging at the Annual Scientific Meeting. ESPO organizes numerous activities:
  • Symposia (Presidential and section-specific)
  • ESPO Community Breakfast meeting
  • Evening Networking Event
  • Informal Chats focused on careers and professional development
• Communicate with members through the online community, GSA Connect.
  • The dedicated ESPO community includes a library of resources dedicated to emerging scholars
• Form mentoring relationships to learn useful insights and develop a support system as a mentee.

Stay up to date

• Attend the ESPO Professional Development webinar series
• Receive the dedicated ESPO section of the GSA monthly newsletter, Gerontology News and the quarterly ESPO section e-newsletter