Announcements and Press Releases
Esposito Selected as New Editor-in-Chief of American Entomologist
Annapolis, MD; May 21, 2026—Lauren A. Esposito, Ph.D., an entomologist specializing in arachnology and evolutionary biology, has been named the next editor-in-chief of American Entomologist, the Entomological Society of America's quarterly membership magazine. Esposito will succeed Rebecca A. Schmidt-Jeffris, Ph.D., who resigned from the position in December 2025.
ESA, CDC Convene Experts to Build Public Health Preparedness for New World Screwworm
Annapolis, MD; April 27, 2026—More than 100 experts in public health, entomology, epidemiology, healthcare, and veterinary specialties gathered in Atlanta this month to boost our nation's preparedness for the growing public health threat of New World screwworm. The two-day event was hosted by the Entomological Society of America in partnership with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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.
Featured Events
EntoQuest 2026 Student Membership Sponsorship Deadline
The Eastern Branch Student Member Sponsorship is an opportunity for undergraduates and new graduate students to join ESA, a requirement for EntoQuest participation. This initiative aims to encourage participation in our upcoming Eastern Branch Summer Meeting, EntoQuest, and to foster new interest in entomology among young scholars. Successful applicants will be able to register for EntoQuest at the discounted Student Member rate. Learn more.
EntoQuest 2026 Registration Deadline
Learn more and make plans to join us at Camp Manatawny in Douglassville, Pennsylvania.