If you are a professional or a student in the field of human resources and you would like to join us, or are a current TCHRA member and wish to renew your annual membership, proceed to the Application Form. You may complete this form and pay for your membership on-line with your VISA, MasterCard or American Express Card, or print the form and submit it to TCHRA's offices with your check.

Membership is open to individuals who have a bona fide interest in the field of human resources as defined in the Association By-laws. For an explanation of membership categories, please refer to the Association By-laws. TCHRA reviews all applications for membership and reserves the right to deny membership to those individuals who do not meet the criteria for membership as specified in the By-laws.

Annual membership runs from the date your application/renewal is approved and payment is processed.

Annual dues are $95 payable in US Dollars. Dues may be deductible as membership in a professional association on your income tax forms. Consult your tax advisor for more information.

Member Benefits

Meetings
Seven Program Teams meet regularly to discuss issues and topics presented by speakers on a variety of human resource functional areas. Current teams are:

• International
• Benefits
• Compensation
• Human Resource Development
• Employee Relations
• Recruitment and Selection
• Roundtables

General Meetings
At least two general membership meetings are held annually to stimulate thinking and discuss strategic issues facing the profession, as presented by national speakers, and to provide opportunities for networking.

Bimonthly "News & Views" Newsletter
Publication for TCHRA members informing them on the organization's activities and current HR issues. Downloadable PDF format newsletters are available on-line to members on this website.

Networking Directory
A resource of TCHRA members who are willing to share their knowledge and a variety of expertise on human resource issues. This information is available as part of the searchable, membership database under the Membership Resources section of this website.

Membership Directory
Membership information is available in a searchable database on this website.

Program Calendar
TCHRA publishes a comprehensive program calendar via this website, and as part of the bimonthly, News & Views newsletter. Discounted, member rates are available for most programs. TCHRA also lists programs and events of other, partner HR-oriented associations.

HR Jobs - e-Listings
A convenient source of information via this website regarding job openings in the human resources profession, or for use by members or their organizations when seeking to fill professional HR positions in their organization.

Team Involvement
TCHRA offers involvement in several teams which enables members to grow professionally, network and contribute to the continued growth and success of the human resource profession and provide community involvement. These committees include:

• Continuing Education
• College and University Relations
• Certification
• General Programs
• Leadership
• Development Communications
• Emerging Issues
• Government Relations
• Strategic Planning
• Membership
• Nominating
• Special Projects
• Newsletter Production
• Website
• Resource Directory
• Education Outreach
• Mentoring
• Ethics
• Member Development

Member Orientation
A resource meeting held bimonthly to help acquaint new members with TCHRA, or to provide an opportunity for longer-term members to reconnect.

Leadership Development
TCHRA is committed to the development of leadership skills in its members through their involvement in one of the several program teams or committees.

Discounts on Educational Programs
As a member of TCHRA, you will receive a discount on selected seminars, classes, or workshops offered by the University of Minnesota's Employer Education Service (EES) or the University of St. Thomas' Management Center.

Professional Excellence Award
Recognition of members who exhibit excellence through their personal and professional contributions in the field of human resources.

A Volunteer Wishlist appears on the Home Page of this website for members who are seeking opportunities for more involvement in the Association. For information on volunteer opportunities: Call Peggy Bushee at 952-432-7755, or via email at peggy@pbushee.com.