Announcements and Press Releases
ESA Members Turn Down Proposed Changes to ESA Governance
Annapolis, MD; February 11, 2026—Members of the Entomological Society of America have voted to decline a set of amendments to ESA Bylaws that aimed to reshape the size and composition of the ESA Governing Board and its nomination processes. Of voting members, 48 percent voted to approve and 52 percent voted to reject, a split that falls short of the two-thirds threshold required in the ESA Bylaws for adoption of amendments.
Chrysalis Fund Supports Insect Science Education in 2026
Annapolis, MD; February 3, 2026—This year, eight educational programs across the country are bringing the wonders of insect science to their communities thanks to financial support from the Entomological Society of America's Chrysalis Fund. The Chrysalis Fund fosters the future of entomology through grants for programs that teach kids about insect science.
Scott Selected as Co-Editor-in-Chief of Journal of Economic Entomology
Annapolis, MD; October 7, 2025—Jeffrey G. Scott, Ph.D., professor of entomology at Cornell University, has been selected as a new co-editor-in-chief of the Entomological Society of America's Journal of Economic Entomology. Scott will replace Nan-Yao Su, Ph.D., distinguished professor of urban entomology at the University of Florida, who will step down as a co-editor-in-chief at the end of 2025 after more than six years in the role.
Faith Oi Elected as Next Vice President-Elect of Entomological Society of America
Annapolis, MD; August 28, 2025—Faith Oi, extension professor at the University of Florida, has been elected by members of the Entomological Society of America as the organization's next Vice President-Elect. ESA members also elected five other entomologists to begin or continue positions on the ESA Governing Board: Scott O'Neal, Jasleen Kaur, Erika Machtinger, David Crowder, and Cheri Abraham.
Brewer, Grant, Rao Earn Honorary Membership at Entomological Society of America
Annapolis, MD; August 28, 2025—In recognition of their long-term dedication and significant contributions to the Entomological Society of America, three entomologists have been selected as Honorary Members of the Society in 2025: Michael Brewer, Jerome Grant, and Sujaya Rao.
ESA Names 2025 Professional and Student Award Honorees
Annapolis, MD; August 18, 2025—The Entomological Society of America congratulates the recipients of its 2025 awards. ESA Awards & Honors recognize scientists, educators, and students who have distinguished themselves through their contributions to entomology. Award honorees will be showcased during Entomology 2025, November 9-12 in Portland, Oregon.
Nine Entomologists Honored as 2025 Fellows of the Entomological Society of America
Annapolis, MD; August 4, 2025—The Governing Board of the Entomological Society of America (ESA) has elected nine new Fellows of the Society for 2025: Joanna C. Chiu, Laura C. Harrington, John Heraty, Margaret M. Mayfield, Robert K.D. Peterson, Paula Shrewsbury, Andrew V. Suarez, Michael Ulyshen, and Jessica Ware. Election as a Fellow of ESA acknowledges outstanding contributions to entomology via research, teaching, extension, administration, military service, or public engagement and science policy.
Insect Science is Global: A Joint Statement From the International Entomological Community
Annapolis, MD; July 30, 2025—With this statement of shared purpose and vision, the 24 undersigned organizations, who represent over 28,000 insect scientists from six continents across the world, commit to deepen our collaborative efforts to seek solutions to the world's challenges and support the global entomological community. We urge government leaders to support insect science and we pledge to continue to advocate for global cooperation in insect science.
ESA, CDC Expand Public Health Entomology Workforce Through 2025 Internships and Fellowships
Annapolis, MD; July 10, 2025—The Entomological Society of America congratulates the 2025 class of interns and fellows selected for the Public Health Entomology for All program. In partnership with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), ESA has expanded Public Health Entomology For All (PHEFA) in 2025 to include more one-year fellowships, extended two-year fellowships, and new summer internships and placements in state health departments. The goal of PHEFA is to encourage students and recent graduates to pursue entomology as a career and work toward a future in which all communities benefit from creative scientific processes and solutions.
Kelley Tilmon Selected to Deliver 2025 ESA Founders' Memorial Lecture
Annapolis, MD; June 11, 2025—Kelley J. Tilmon, Ph.D., professor of entomology at The Ohio State University, has been selected to deliver the Founders' Memorial Award Lecture at Entomology 2025, the Annual Meeting of the Entomological Society of America. Tilmon's lecture will enlighten attendees on the life and career of Maud Doria Haviland (1889-1941), a groundbreaking British female entomologist and ornithologist.
Featured Events
Southwestern Branch 2026 Meeting
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Amarillo, Texas
WEBINAR: Navigating Alternative Careers: Working for a Startup After Graduating
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Location: Zoom Webinar
About: This webinar is hosted by the Early Career Professionals Committee to provide an opportunity for students and ECPs to hear more about navigating career transitions. This webinar will provide attendees with an opportunity to hear the experiences from ECPs who are working, or have worked for startups after graduating. The program features excellent panelists who will present their experiences, share professional advice, and provide personal and professional testimonies of how they made the decision and shifted to a less prevalent career path. This interactive webinar will be formatted as a panel discussion and will allow attendees to ask questions about navigating this less common career path.