Folk Studies: Websites

The following resources can provide background information, data, tools, services, guidelines, or support to supplement your research.

Professional societies allow academics, professionals, and students within a particular discipline to network and share their research, products, and endeavors. 

As students, you can take advantage of participating in these associations.  Here are some perks of becoming a student member:

• Reduced membership fees
• Reduced conference registration rates
• Scholarship and grant opportunities
• Access to job and internship listings
• Mentorship programs (depends on the society)
• Access to many resources on various research areas