Oklahoma BPA President, Lily Tucker, give you the Top 10 Reasons to Join BPA:
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1. BPA can help advance your career with certification tests, usually available at the national conference!
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2. You get to compete in something youʼre passionate about!
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3 . You can make a difference in your community by participating in communityservice projects (some count for NHS)!
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4. You gain leadership experience by running for chapter, state, and even a national officer!
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5. You can win scholarships and other merit based awards!
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6. You can find a place where you truly belong!
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7. You gain real life practice in the field in which can prepare you for life!
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8. You can meet people from across the state and even the nation who share similar interests as you!
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9. Lots of networking opportunities!
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10. You can form lifelong friendships!