ACSM Mid-Atlantic Chapter
The Mid-Atlantic Chapter of the American College of Sports Medicine (MARC-ACSM) is a diverse group of professionals and students dedicated to the advancement of sports medicine and exercise science. We serve members in Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Washington, DC.
The chapter seeks to communicate scientific information, provide a forum for research, foster professional peer interaction and support career growth.
Events
2025 MARC Annual Meeting
November 7-8, 2025
Sheraton Convention Center, Harrisburg, PA
News
Graduate Student Research Project Awards
MARC is pleased to announce the Graduate Student Research Project (GSRP) Awards. In 2025, up to three $500 awards will be made to students who demonstrate the ability to conduct high-quality research projects in their area of training.
Click here to download detailed information and the GSRP application.
Call for Executive Board Nominations
The MARC-ACSM Executive Board is pleased to announce our call for Executive Board nominations. The Executive Board seeks nominations for the following positions:
President-Elect (3-year term)
Member-at-Large (2-year term)
Physician-at-Large (2-year term)
Descriptions of Board member roles and additional nomination details can be found HERE.
Call for Abstracts
MARC ACSM invites ALL researchers to submit their research abstracts for our 2025 MARC ACSM Annual Meeting in Harrisburg, PA. Abstract submissions are now open with a final deadline of September 5, 2025. Detailed submission guidelines can be found on the MARC ACSM Annual Meeting website. Authors will be notified about acceptance by September 30th. If you have questions about your submission or the submission process please contact Research Committee chairs Steve Prior, PhD at sprior@umd.edu or Evan Matthews, PhD at matthewse@montclair.edu.
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Membership Benefits
– Connect with like-minded professionals & students
– Access funding opportunities
– Advance your education through first-rate educational offerings
– Volunteer & serve to get connected and give back
– Gain exposure to a variety of sports medicine & exercise science professions