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Your Guide to Everything American Mensa
Your Guide to Everything American Mensa

Think of this as your cheat sheet to American Mensa. From how membership works to what all those programs, groups, and acronyms actually mean, this page breaks it all down with clarity, helpful links, and zero guesswork. Whether you’re brand-new, long-time curious, or just finally admitting you don’t know what a SIG is, everything you need to navigate Mensa life starts here.

Johns Hopkins Research Study Consent Form
Johns Hopkins Research Study Consent Form
Mensa Eyewear Collection
August 10, 2025
Mensa Eyewear Collection

Be smart. Look brilliant. Mensa Members can look sharp and save with the Mensa Eyewear Collection. See and be seen with exclusive designs from Readingglasses.com and Mensans. Explore the collection now!

Dissertation Study Informed Consent
Dissertation Study Informed Consent
Dissertation Study Flyer
Dissertation Study Flyer
In Memoriam: Dave Remine, Versatile Volunteer Led Mensa on All Fronts
In Memoriam: Dave Remine

As the only person to lead Mensa International, American Mensa, and the Mensa Foundation, Dave Remine has been one of Mensa’s most influential figures over the past three decades. His legacy was built almost literally brick by brick.

Comic Book Heroics -- Mensan leads effort to preserve key American comics
January 19, 2016
Comic Book Heroics -- Mensan leads effort to preserve key American comics

To date, the Q-Collection Comic Book Preservation Project has collected some 225 key American comic books published between 1933 and 1972. Inside, you'll find a sample of some of their most noteworthy titles.

In Memoriam: Gentleman Jim Werdell Spoke Softly but Led Mensa With Purpose
In Memoriam: Jim Werdell

Jim Werdell's leadership roles include American Mensa Treasurer and First Vice Chair, Mensa International as Chairman, and Mensa Foundation Treasurer and Vice President.

American Mensa Annual Awards
2022 American Mensa Annual Awards

We annually celebrate the members and Local Groups who go above and beyond to help American Mensa thrive. Volunteers are our lifeblood, and these individuals and groups represent the best of the best.

Unbridled Images: Looking Back at AG 2015
July 8, 2015
Unbridled Images: Looking Back at AG 2015

If a picture’s worth a thousand words, then a slideshow is a storybook, and this year’s Annual Gathering — Unbridled Spirit, in Louisville — is a story worth retelling.

Compete for Mensa International Photographer of the Year
April 2, 2026
Compete for Mensa International Photographer of the Year

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 Mensa International PhotoCup competition.

Changes to American Mensa’s Admission Test Course
February 21, 2022
Changes to American Mensa's Admission Test Course

After a comprehensive review, it was determined that the nonverbal culture fair assessments Mensa currently uses are no longer considered valid for use. We will be decommissioning these assessments and seek alternatives for future use.

By Dr. Renee Lexow, America Mensa Supervisory Psychologist
Theodore Talks 2026: Cinco de Ted-O
Theodore Talks 2026: Cinco de Ted-O

From NASA’s Psyche mission to cowgirls to pigs (yes, pigs), Theodore Talks proves that Mensa curiosity knows no bounds. Now entering its fifth year, this free monthly series draws thousands of members worldwide for smart talks, lively discussions, and plenty of surprises. ¡Viva Theodore!

By BRAD LUCHT WITH SHIRLEY MOUER, THEODORE TALKS CO-CHAIRS
Help Us Recognize Valuable Volunteers
January 20, 2026
Help Us Recognize Valuable Volunteers

Mensa needs volunteers; volunteers need 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.

Preserving Mensa’s Past
February 1, 2022
Preserving Mensa's Past

The AML History Task Force is dedicated preserving American Mensa’s legacy. We invite you — and your group — to join us in creating an unbiased archive of each organization’s history.

By Simone van Egeren, AML History Committee Chair
In Memoriam: Dr. Abbie's Lasting Legacy
August 23, 2021
In Memoriam: Dr. Abbie's Lasting Legacy

Dr. Abbie Salny, who died at age 96 at her New Jersey home, collected endless accolades for her service, inspiration, innovation, and leadership to American Mensa and the Mensa Foundation.

American Mensa Annual Awards
September 9, 2021
American Mensa Annual Awards

We annually celebrate the members and Local Groups who go above and beyond to help American Mensa thrive. Volunteers are our lifeblood, and these individuals and groups represent the best of the best.

Your Story Helps American Mensa Write Its History
August 3, 2021
Your Story Helps American Mensa Write Its History

The experiences of many thousands of members comprise the deeper story of American Mensa. Now we’re gathering those stories for an extensive oral history publication that you can own.

2021 Mensa Foundation Award Winners Announced
August 2, 2021
2021 Mensa Foundation Award Winners Announced

Award recipients include a statistical geneticist whose research identified hundreds of genes highly correlated to variations in intelligence, a lifelong pioneer of pedagogy and educational models, a Houston-based literacy and community-building nonprofit, and more.

IBD Meeting Postponed, Freeing up World Gathering Tickets
June 4, 2021
IBD Meeting Postponed, Freeing up World Gathering Tickets

The 2021 International Board of Directors meeting, originally scheduled to run in conjunction with the World Gathering in August, will be rescheduled due to continuing uncertainty around travel to and from many countries.