Frequently Asked Questions for Late-Breaking Government Symposia

What is a late-breaking government symposium?

Due to the US federal government shutdown and the inability of federal employees to access email and work during this time, ESA is providing all US federal employees an extended opportunity to submit a symposium proposal for the Annual Meeting program. To be eligible to submit to this program, a minimum of one organizer must be a US federal government employee.

Erica McAlister

Opening Plenary Presenter
“Murder, Maggots and Mayhem”
Sunday, November 17 │ 5:45 PM

Women and Allies in Entomology Breakfast

Monday, November 18 │ 6:30 – 7:45 AM
Ticket: $28 for the first 150 tickets sold
$33 after the discount is exhausted
*Complimentary for the first 160 student and early-career professional members

Exhibitor Points and Rules and Regulations

Priority Points System

How the Priority Points System Works
Total accumulation of points determines the order in which booths are assigned. Advance rate booth assignments will start February 2024. After all advance rate booth assignments have been made, assignments will be made on a first come first serve basis.

Lunch and Learn Sessions

This year, the Program Committee has selected 9 Lunch and Learn sessions. Unless otherwise specified, participants should bring lunch with them as lunch will not be provided. 

Selling Yourself and Building Your Brand as an Early Career Professional
Organizers: Sydney Crawley, Katelyn Kowles, and Monique Rivera

Sunday, November 17
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM