To kick off Entomology Advocacy Week, ESA and Lewis-Burke Associates will talk about the basics everyone needs to know about how the government works, and ways entomologists can get involved.

In this presentation, we will explore the significant contributions of IRAC International across various sectors. We will delve into the organization's mission, vision, and core values, highlighting its commitment to excellence. Attendees will gain insights into the key areas of focus to illustrate how IRAC International is making a meaningful impact on a global scale.

Join the Early Career Professionals Committee in the webinar "Navigating alternative careers: working for a startup after graduating", where panelists will discuss the career journeys that led them to working for a startup after graduating.

This webinar is hosted in honor of Black History Month to amplify the voices of IABE and celebrate excellence, impact, and perseverance within the field of Entomology. The webinar will provide attendees with an opportunity to learn about IABE and how its community influences the academic and professional journey of its members. The program features distinguished panelists who will present their research programs, professional accomplishments, alongside personal and professional testimonies of resilience.

Engage directly with ESA’s president and vice president on initiatives affecting the society. This one hour webinar is an opportunity to submit your questions and get more information about anything related to ESA, from the governance project to the annual meeting, to the Publish with Purpose initiative, or whatever else you want to discuss.

Although institutions have reverted to in-person teaching following the COVID-19 Pandemic, entomology is increasingly shifting to online classrooms and portals for student learning. With higher demand for online course options, accessibility and engagement in digital classrooms are essential.

With increasing uncertainty in traditional job pathways in the public and private sector in the field of entomology, it’s more important than ever for students and early career professionals to build diverse, adaptable skill sets. Panelists will highlight ways to gain meaningful experience, through internships, extension programs, cooperative work, grant opportunities, and more, that can help students and early career professionals stay adaptable and competitive.

Many undergraduate and graduate students are interested in careers in education, but within entomology, education-focused career paths are often not clearly communicated to students or early career professionals. To help bridge this gap, we are hosting a webinar focused on showcasing diverse careers in entomology education with a focus on those beyond the traditional tenure-track faculty role.

Join ESA leaders and Science Policy Fellows to hear about ways and whys to get involved at the local, state, and federal level in advocating for entomology! Whatever level of engagement you're interested in, there are opportunities for you to make your voice heard!

Interested in advocating for entomology but not sure where to get started?  Join us for a panel discussion with former Hill staff, agency leadership, and ESA Science Policy Fellows to talk about the whys and hows of engaging in advocacy.