About Us

As a member of a student local section, you have the opportunity to gain insight, increase your knowledge, and establish connections with other IH / OEHS (occupational and environmental health and safety) students and seasoned professionals on a global-wide basis. Become a part of the AIHA family and lead the charge to take the IH/OEHS profession to the next level! • Become an active part of a global community that will sustain long after college. • Make connections with IH/OEHS experts world-wide with Catalyst, the NEW members-only online community. • Deepen your knowledge and advance your education through Local Sections (Chesapeake and Potomac) and AIHA National members only content and resources for education including AIHce Connect, IOHA; Future Leaders Institute; e-learning, road courses and training. • Undertake leadership development, serve in key leadership roles and become active via volunteer committees and opportunities, including macro, virtual and micro-volunteering. • Make a difference by taking an active role via the AIHA public policies, through advocacy and government relations or serving on the ACTIONS Committee. • Apply for tuition assistance via the AIH Foundation scholarship program or qualify for an AIHce student sponsorship which includes flight, accommodations and full registration. • Industry/Profession-wide recognition via awards ($1,000 annually), student poster presentations, and the "IAmIH" Leadership Challenge. • Learn what it takes to earn your CIH and secure a mentor who is matched based upon your criteria. • Student resources also include CareerAdvantage; IH professional Pathways Ôäó; and information on Career Levels and technical and operational committees to help you chart your course to IH/OEHS success.