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Meet Spelling Bee Champion and Young Mensan Rodrigo Medinilla
April 3, 2019
Meet Spelling Bee Champion and Young Mensan Rodrigo Medinilla

A Mensan since age 6, there’s not much that Rodrigo Medinilla can’t do. From spelling bee champion to robotics team medalist, his thirst for knowledge and growing list of talents are truly limitless.

By Laurel Gregory
International Positions, Committees Open for Appointment
International Positions, Committees Open for Appointment

If you are interested in serving Mensa International in an appointed position, now is your opportunity to apply. Multiple officer and committee positions are open, with terms beginning after the International Board of Directors meeting in October.

Wanted: Nominations for National Awards
Wanted: Nominations for National Awards

Mensa needs volunteers; volunteers deserve recognition and appreciation for their contributions. Now is your chance to make sure they get it. The American Mensa Awards Committee is calling for nominations for the American Mensa National Awards program.

Mensa Partners With Educational Toymaker to Develop Kids’ Coding Skills Through Art
January 14, 2019
Mensa Partners With Educational Toymaker to Develop Kids' Coding Skills Through Art

Mensa joins Educational Insights to collaborate on Artie 3000, a coding robot designed to help kids develop programming skills through artistic expression.

Scholarship Essay Judges Needed
Scholarship Essay Judges Needed

It’s one of most fulfilling feelings — helping students flourish achieve their potential through education. Volunteer today to help support the Mensa Foundation's College Scholarship Program.

Nominations Open for Internationally Elected Officers
October 22, 2018
Nominations Open for Internationally Elected Officers

The International Election Committee invites nominations for the following internationally elected offices: International Chairman, International Director-Administration, International Director-Development, and International Treasurer.

Mensa on the Move<br><small>(Updated Dec. 20, 2018)</small>
October 9, 2018
Mensa on the Move

Reflecting American Mensa’s and the Mensa Foundation’s growing needs, some scheduled infrastructure investments, and a sizable return on its initial investment, the Mensa Foundation has decided to sell the building housing both national headquarters and move.

The Purple Goldfish Theory: What Your Gifted Child Already Knows
August 23, 2018
The Purple Goldfish Theory: What Your Gifted Child Already Knows

Parents I speak with are often reluctant to tell their children they’re gifted. But when it comes to raising gifted kids, the most important thing to remember is to trust your instincts.

By Jamie Uphold
The Inspirational Journey of One Gifted Youth
July 26, 2018
The Inspirational Journey of One Gifted Youth

Mike Wimmer is a profoundly gifted, forward-thinking youngster whose educational journey offers lessons and inspiration to other gifted youth and their parents and teachers. His advice to parents of gifted youth: “Never stop fighting for your kids.”

Why Geek Is the New Cool
July 25, 2018
Why Geek Is the New Cool

San Diego Comic-Con wanted to know “Why Geek is the New Cool,” and Mensa gladly helped provide the answer. American Mensa hosted a Comic-Con panel to explore the recent surge in popularity of quirky, intelligent — yet relatable — protagonists in pop culture.

The Monuments M's
July 17, 2018
The Monuments M's

At the Crossroads of America, more than 1,700 Mensans from around the country and, indeed, the globe converged for five days of #nerdcamp. Relive the memories or see what you missed in this perspicacious photo gallery.

A Pat on the Back to Mensa's Backbone -- Its Volunteers
July 10, 2018
A Pat on the Back to Mensa's Backbone -- Its Volunteers

With pride, we celebrate those Local Groups and individuals within our ranks that continue to go above and beyond to make American Mensa the great organization that it is. Inside, you'll find a complete list of the 2018 American Mensa national and group award winners.

GEICO's American Mensa Life Membership Sweepstakes Winner
GEICO's American Mensa Life Membership Sweepstakes Winner

Congratulations to Troy K. from Massachusetts. He won a Life Membership courtesy of our friends at GEICO. Don’t forget Mensa members could get a special discount on auto insurance.

Where to Find the 2018 Mensa Select<sup><small>&reg;</small></sup> Titles
April 24, 2018
Where to Find the 2018 Mensa Select® Titles

Every year, an army of Mensans, their families, and friends roll D12s, build decks, and move their meeples during Mind Games®, our annual tabletop judging juggernaut, to determine the year's best board games.

Lapsed Member Contact Program Archive
Lapsed Member Contact Program-archvie

It’s time to put a bounty on lapsed members! The annual Lapsed Member Contact Program highlights what you do best — provide a personal touch to the letter, email, postcard, social media, or phone call.

Mensa International Positions and Committees Open for Appointment
February 9, 2018
Mensa International Positions and Committees Open for Appointment

Multiple Mensa International committee and officer positions are open for application. Any Mensan in good standing may apply.

By Dan Burg, MIL Director of Administration
Mensa International Photographer of the Year 2018
March 27, 2018
Mensa International Photographer of the Year 2018

The art of photography is an area where Mensans from more than 50 countries with different languages, customs, and traditions can converge with a single, visual language. Use your creativity, skills, and technical expertise to produce your entry in this year’s PhotoCup competition.

Quizzing the Puzzler
Quizzing the Puzzler

We spoke with with the author of all 365 puzzles in this year's Mensa calendars, Fraser Simpson, to learn more about what makes a good brain teaser and how one becomes a creator of conundrums.

By Victoria Liguez
A message from the Acting Executive Director
November 21, 2017
A message from the Acting Executive Director

Transition can be a time of unrest or confusion. But while the AMC is working through its due diligence, it's my focus to keep American Mensa moving forward on the path the AMC has already set.

By Trevor Mitchell
Mensa Connect, our new community hangout
Mensa Connect, our new community hangout

Interact with fellow members, Local Groups, officers, SIGs and more on this social extension of our website.