Attending the AAPOR 81st Annual Conference offers students an invaluable opportunity to advance their careers through networking, exposure to cutting-edge research, and skill development. By connecting with industry professionals, students can gain mentors, internships, and job offers that may shape their future paths. Moreover, participating in the conference helps students explore diverse career paths, understand current industry trends, and expand their academic credentials by demonstrating initiative and commitment to professional growth.
On Friday, May 15, graduate and undergraduate students from the Greater Los Angeles area are invited to experience a full day of connection, learning, and inspiration at the L.A. Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Conference Center through our One-Day Complimentary Pass Program.
Participating students will:
- Network with industry professionals in data fields.
- Gain insights from groundbreaking research presented at a prestigious scientific conference.
- Discover valuable career opportunities and resources.
- Get to know AAPOR as a professional home for their future in data analytics and public opinion research.
Please note: Students in this program are not eligible to present, as all presenters must register at the full conference rate.
What’s Included?
- Breakfast with Exhibitors
- Directors Cut Sessions with industry experts, including:
- Representation and Dissemination, Leveraging Small Domain Estimation and Cross-Cultural Research
- Poster Session & Lunch with Exhibitors
- President’s Address
- Concurrent research presentations throughout the day
- Skill-up and professional development sessions throughout the day

If you’re ready to see what’s possible in public opinion research—and start building the connections that can shape your career—we invite you to take advantage of this unique opportunity and join us in LA.
Questions? Contact AAPOR Education Manager Ryan Green at rgreen@aapor.org.