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GSA 2016 ANNUAL MEETING & EXPOSITION

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GSA 2016 offers opportunities for career development—no matter where you are in your career. Just getting started?
Get a well-rounded introduction to industry and government careers by attending this program in its entirety.

GEOCAREERS DAY • Sunday, 25 Sept., 8 a.m.–2 p.m.

Registration is required and space is limited. BEST VALUE Career Mentor Roundtables: 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Mentors from
all-inclusive fee: US$25. Sign up when you register for the meeting a variety of sectors will answer your career questions at table
or contact GSA Sales & Service at gsaservice@geosociety.org or stations around the room.
+1-800-443-4472.
Career Pathways Panel (includes lunch): noon–1 p.m.
Career Workshop: 8–9 a.m. US$10 fee if attending separately. Representatives from government and industry sectors will
Successfully prepare for a career in the industry and government answer questions and offer advice in preparation for a career
in these fields. Lunch ticket provided, but lunch is limited to
sectors. This workshop will be divided into 20-minute power first come, first served. All-day participants receive priority.
sessions, reviewing résumés for industry, USA jobs, and Q&A. GeoCareers Day events may be attended separately, but why not
make a day of it?
Career Information Session: 9 a.m.–11 a.m. This is your
opportunity to ask questions and talk one-on-one with corporate
and government representatives. You’ll learn about their unique
work cultures and the types of careers available.

NETWORKING AND PANEL EVENTS

Women in Geology Career Pathways Reception: Sun., The Paleontological Society Mentors in Paleontology
25 Sept., 5:30–7 p.m. This informal gathering begins with Careers Luncheon: Mon., 26 Sept., noon–1 p.m. This student
remarks from a few key women speakers who will address issues luncheon features a panel of mentors representing a variety of
faced by women in geology. A roundtable mentoring session colleges, universities, museums, and government agencies.
follows, providing time for networking, sharing ideas, and
getting to know other women geoscientists.

MORE WORKSHOPS

Science Communication: “Be Heard & Be Interesting” media, identify opportunities for speaking in your community,
Sat., 24 Sept., 8 a.m.–noon. Professionals: US$35; students: and gain an understanding of how to approach policy makers on
US$25; includes continental breakfast. Limited seating. Sign up scientific issues.
when you register or call GSA Sales & Service at +1-800-443-4472.
Publishing: “What’s Your Problem; What’s Your Point?”
Hone your public communication skills and practice in a safe Sun., 25 Sept., 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m. Experienced GSA science editors
and comfortable setting. Learn to create clear and concise will explain the process of preparing your research for submission
messages that are targeted to your audience, as well as how to to scholarly journals. An application is required; find complete
prepare for a media interview. Develop strategies for using social information at www.geosociety.org/pubs/writersResource.htm.

GSA TODAY | JUNE 2016 EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE

Résumé Clinic: Sun., 25 Sept., 9 a.m.–5 p.m. US$10; registration Geoscience Job Board: Check the on-site job board for

required (sign up when you register for the meeting). Reserve your open opportunities and the online Geoscience Job Board

30-minute private consultation with a geoscience professional to (www.geosociety.org/classiads/) for employment, fellowship,

review your résumé and discuss strategies to better market yourself and student opportunities.

to potential employers. Please bring a copy of your current résumé.

Space is limited; sign up early to guarantee a spot.

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