Association of Office Professionals
Overview of Association of Office Professionals (AOP)
The USM Association of Office Professionals (AOP) is affiliated with the Mississippi Association of Education Office Professionals (MAEOP) and the National Association of Educational Office Professionals (NAEOP). We are dedicated to providing opportunities for communication and relationship-building among staff members of the university. AOP also conducts civic engagement projects and outreach to support our larger community.
Membership
Membership is open to all USM support staff. Associate membership is open to the supervisors of USM support staff, faculty, and administrators. The membership year runs from July 1 to June 30.
Membership benefits include:
- Professional Development
- Networking
- Communications
- Community Service Opportunities
- Career Progression
- Collaboration
- Servant Leadership
- Membership Appreciation Events
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Meetings
Meetings are held via Teams; click here for our meeting schedule. For questions concerning our meeting schedule, contact AOP Secretary Dr.%20Chiquila%20Dolison.
Communications
Visit our Communications page for previous meeting notes, newsletters, by-laws, AOP In The News, and AOP member highlights.
Community Service
AOP is proud to support our neighbors through community service. Visit our Community Service page to learn more about ways we help – and how you can get involved.
Awards
AOP recognizes outstanding office professionals and administrators with our awards program, conducted annually in the spring and administered by our Affiliations Committee. Visit our Committees Page to learn more.