GSA GeoCareers Programs

SATURDAY

Short Course 521: 8 a.m.–noon
Unconscious Bias and Active Bystander Intervention Training to Promote Positive Work Climates

Short Course 525: 2–4 p.m.
Ready to Engage: Selling Yourself at GSA 2018 and Beyond, for Students

GSA First Time Attendees Orientation

4–4:45: p.m., ICC Room 132

SUNDAY

Publishing: “What’s Your Problem; What’s Your Point?”

11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m., Mentoring Center, ICC Rooms 206-207
Presentations by experienced GSA editors on the process of preparing your research for submission to scholarly journals will be followed by roundtable discussions. Space is limited, and an application is required. Applications from graduate students, early-career researchers, people getting back into research after a hiatus, post-docs, or anyone for whom this discussion is relevant are welcome.

Social Media for Scientists Workshop – Lecture

2-3 p.m., Mentoring Center, ICC Rooms 206-207
This workshop is open to all and free of charge, but advanced registration is preferred. To register, select event(s) 603A and/or 603B in the GeoCareers section of the Events page in your meeting registration, or contact GSA Sales & Service to add to your existing registration, or toll free +1.888.443.4472. 
Want to learn more about using social media to communicate your science? We will discuss the current social media landscape as well as best practices, tips, guidelines, and inspirations for multiple social media platforms. We’ll also talk about how you can utilize social media to build public trust in science and scientists. Designed for scientists, ideal for beginners, but helpful for everyone!

Social Media for Scientists Workshop – Lab

3-4 p.m., Mentoring Center, ICC Rooms 206-207
This workshop is open to all and free of charge, but advanced registration is preferred. To register, select event(s) 603A and/or 603B in the GeoCareers section of the Events page in your meeting registration, or contact GSA Sales & Service to add to your existing registration, or toll free +1.888.443.4472. 
Participate in breakout sessions with experts on specific social media platforms including Reddit, LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Learn how to use or improve your game on these different platforms to communicate science with different demographics using different types of media. All levels welcome; attendance in the lecture portion not required.

Paleontological Society/Cambridge University Press: Essentials of Publishing Townhall

3–5 p.m., JW Marriott White River Ballroom D
This interactive workshop is a great opportunity to learn more about how to select a journal, prepare and submit and article and get published, as well as to network with Paleontological Society editors.

Environmental Engineering Geology Division Student Career Mentoring Session

5:30–6:30 p.m., ICC Room 135
A broad panel consisting of members from federal and state agencies, industry, private business, and higher education will be present to address questions on a variety of topics. There will be opportunities to email questions prior to the event, ask questions at the event, and speak one-on-one at the end of the event. To register for the mentoring session, click here, and the password is GSA2018.

Women in Geology Career Pathways Reception

5:30–7 p.m., Mentoring Center, ICC Rooms 206-207
This informal gathering begins with remarks from a few key women speakers who will address issues faced by women in geology. A networking session follows, providing time for sharing ideas and getting to know other women geoscientists.

GSA Night at the Indiana State Museum

More Details7–9:30 p.m.
$15 ($20 after 1 Oct). Sign up on your registration form.

MONDAY

Early Career Professionals Coffee

9–10 a.m., Mentoring Center, ICC Rooms 206-207
This informal gathering will include remarks from representatives of several non-profits who have activities of interest to early career professionals. There will be time for networking and sharing ideas on how these organizations can best serve you. No registration required.

Networking Reception

11:30 a.m.–1 p.m., Mentoring Center, ICC Rooms 206-207
This reception provides students and early career professionals with an exciting opportunity to network with more than 40 geoscience professionals. The mentors will answer questions, offer advice about career plans, and comment on job opportunities within their fields. No registration required. 

The Paleontological Society Mentors in Paleontology Careers Luncheon

noon–1:30 p.m., Weber Grill Restaurant 
This student luncheon features a panel of mentors representing a variety of colleges, universities, museums, and government agencies.

 Geology Club Officers Meetup

2–3 p.m., Mentoring Center, ICC Rooms 206-207

Women Rising Networking Social

5:30–7 p.m., ICC Room 204
An informal social to extend the discussions and connections from the Pardee Session Women Rising: Removing Barriers and Achieving Parity in the Geosciences. Professionals, students, department chairs and program managers working to be inclusive of all talent are encouraged to attend.

Funding Opportunities to Support Two-Year College Students, Faculty, Programs, and Collaborations

5:30–7 p.m., JW Marriott Room 102
Please join us for a workshop/discussion with NSF Program Officers, successful award recipients, and community college faculty as we share examples of the range of possibilities in NSF-funded projects involving two-year college faculty, discuss strategies and challenges in writing and execution of federally-funded projects, hear suggestions for writing successful proposals, and consider issues raised by two-year college faculty who are interested in garnering external funds for their work. Light refreshments will be served.

 Karst Division Student Social & Awards Reception

5:30–7:30 p.m., ICC Room 132
Social and awards event for the Karst Division, open to all to come and network and learn more about the Karst Division. Will include a special media presentation on 3D cave mapping.

 Paleontological Society Schuchert Talk and Student Social

6:30–8 p.m., ICC Rooms 143-144
Students interested in paleontology are encouraged to attend this social event and meet last year’s PS Schuchert Award winner, Caroline Strömberg.

TUESDAY

 RISE: Harassment Resistance and Active Bystander Intervention

9–11 a.m., Mentoring Center, ICC Rooms 206-207

 Navigating the National Science Foundation (NSF)

1–2 pm, ICC Rooms 130-131
This workshop will allow participants to interact with National Science Foundation program directors and staff to learn about the proposal submission process and funding opportunities. A short introduction will be followed by break-out sessions catered to career level, where students, early-career researchers and faculty will get all questions answered and tips for preparing successful proposals.

Hydrogeology Division Student Mentoring

2:30–4:30 p.m., Sagamore Ballroom 4
In a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, this gathering will begin with remarks from hydrogeologists in a variety of career fields, including government, industry, and academia. A roundtable mentoring session follows, providing time for individuals to network, share ideas, ask questions, and discuss careers in hydrogeology.

 Hydrogeology Division Student Reception

5:30–8 p.m., ICC Sagamore Ballroom 4
Immediately following the Hydrology Division Student Mentoring Program, this student reception provides time for individuals to network, share ideas, ask questions, and discuss careers in hydrogeology. This event includes the popular trivia competition.

 Paleontological Society Women in Paleontology Reception

6–9 p.m., Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery
This reception offers an opportunity for participants to network with other women interested in paleontology.

 LBGTQ Social

7:30–11 p.m., Yard House Restaurant
Come meet and socialize with other geologists who are members of the LBGTQ and allied community for a night of good company and American fare dining.

Events and activities to help students and early career professionals prepare for their careers.