Symposium Poster Display Presenter Information
Below is information on poster size requirements, along with setup, presentation, and removal times, and more.
Resources for Entomology 2026
Welcome to the resource hub for the Entomological Society of America's Annual Meeting! This section is designed to provide crucial information to ensure your participation in this year's meeting is as seamless and rewarding as possible. The Annual Meeting relies heavily on volunteer support.
Onsite Food Options at Entomology 2026
Registered attendees will have access to catering at the below selected events, although it may not always constitute a full meal. The catered food will serve as a supplement to a full meal in some cases. Mixers & meetings hosted by ESA partners may have refreshments available at the discretion of the organizers.
Sunday, November 8 - 7:30 p.m.
Opening Reception in the Exhibit Hall
Complimentary hors d'oeuvres and appetizers. Cash bar is available for beverage service.
Accessibility Information
The Entomological Society of America (ESA) is committed to fostering an inclusive environment at its Annual Meeting, ensuring accessibility for all attendees, speakers, and guests.
To enhance this commitment, individuals with specific needs are encouraged to communicate their requirements by contacting Rosina Romano. Attendees who travel with an aide or personal assistant are able to register those individuals as a complimentary guest. Contact Rosina Romano for additional information.
Annual Meeting Speaker Toolkit
Create some buzz around your presentation!
Thank you for being a speaker for the upcoming ESA Annual Meeting.
Opening Plenary Session
Opening Plenary Session
Sunday, November 8 | 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Join ESA President, Melissa Siebert
Program Enhancement Funds
ESA provides funds for program enhancement as an incentive to attract speakers for the Annual Meeting, thereby improving meeting content and attendance. Program Enhancement Funds (PEF) are used to enhance the educational content of the Annual Meeting program and have certain restrictions on their use, as detailed below.
Symposia Submission Criteria for Entomology 2026
Submission criteria vary by each program and/or Section. Be sure to check the submission criteria for any programs to which you are submitting. Unsure which category is appropriate? Check out the submissions infographic.
Program Information
From educational sessions, career development, networking, student and early career programming and more, ESA's Annual Meeting, has something for everyone! Browse the wide range of events in this year's meeting program.
Annual Meeting Volunteer Opportunities
The ESA Annual Meeting depends on the following volunteers to ensure the meeting runs smoothly. Thank you for considering serving in one or more of these capacities.
Moderators and Judges
Moderators are responsible for keeping their session running on schedule and facilitating discussion where necessary. Training for moderators will be provided onsite during the meeting. Up to two moderators will be assigned to all 10-Minute Presentation sessions.