NAS is a network of scholars and citizens united by a commitment to academic freedom, disinterested scholarship, & excellence in American higher education. We are a membership organization and membership is open to scholars and non-scholars alike. We welcome anyone who shares our values and supports our mission. Members receive an annual subscription to our quarterly journal, Academic Questions. To join, visit our website: https://www.nas.org/donate-join/join.php. OUR MISSION The National Association of Scholars upholds the standards of a liberal arts education that fosters intellectual freedom, searches for the truth, and promotes virtuous citizenship. Read more about our issues and ideals at our website: https://www.nas.org/about/issues_and_ideals.