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GSA 2017 ANNUAL MEETING & EXPOSITION
Career Development Events for Students and Early Career Professionals
GEOCAREERS DAY with individual panelists. Mentors will be available at the
Division’s Booth (#118) in the Exhibit Hall to further interact with
Sun., 22 Oct., 8 a.m.–1 p.m. All GeoCareers Day events will be held students and address any outstanding questions.
in Washington State Convention Center (WSCC) Ballroom 6B. All-
inclusive Fee: US$25; registration required, and space is limited. Early Career Professionals Coffee
8–9 a.m.: Career Workshop Mon., 23 Oct., 9–10 a.m., Sheraton Seattle, Cirrus Room
This informal gathering will include remarks from representa-
Successfully prepare for a career in the industry and govern-
ment sectors. Workshop will be divided into 20-minute power tives of several non-profits who have activities of interest to early
sessions: reviewing résumés for industry and USA Jobs and Q&A. career professionals. There will be time for networking and shar-
ing ideas on how these organizations can best serve you.
9–11 a.m.: Career Information Session
Networking Reception
This is your opportunity to ask questions and talk one-on-one
with corporate and government representatives and learn about Mon., 23 Oct., 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m., Sheraton Seattle, Metropolitan
their unique work cultures and types of careers available. Ballroom B
10–11:30 a.m.: Career Mentor Roundtables This reception provides students and early career professionals
with an exciting opportunity to network with more than 40 geo-
Mentors from a variety of sectors will answer your career ques- science professionals. The mentors will answer questions, offer
tions at table stations. advice about career plans, and comment on job opportunities
within their fields.
Noon–1 p.m.: Career Pathways Panel
The Paleontological Society Mentors in Paleontology Careers
Representatives from government and industry sectors will Luncheon
answer questions and offer advice in preparation for a career in
these fields. Lunch provided. Mon., 23 Oct., noon–1:30 p.m., Tap House Grill
This student and early career professional luncheon features a
The following GeoCareers Day events may be attended
separately: panel of mentors representing a variety of colleges, universities,
museums, and government agencies.
Career Pathways Panel: Lunch is included but is first-come,
first-served. All-day participants will receive priority. GSA Hydrogeology Division Careers and Networking Event
Career Workshop: US$10 fee if attending separately. Tues., 24 Oct., 2:30–4:30 p.m., WSCC, Ballroom 6B
Registration required. Sign-up on the registration form or contact In a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, this gathering will
GSA Sales & Service at gsaservice@geosociety.org or
+1-800-443-4472. begin with remarks from hydrogeologists in a variety of career
fields, including government, industry, and academia. A round-
NETWORKING AND PANEL EVENTS table mentoring session will follow, providing time for individuals
to network, share ideas, ask questions, and discuss careers in
Women in Geology Career Pathways Reception hydrogeology.
Sun., 22 Oct., 5:30–7 p.m., WSCC, Ballroom 6B MORE WORKSHOPS
This informal gathering begins with remarks from a few key
Career Short Courses
women speakers who will address issues faced by women in geol-
ogy. A roundtable mentoring session follows, providing time for Sat., 21 Oct. (see page 35)
networking, sharing ideas, and getting to know other women • Preparing for a Career in the Geosciences
geoscientists. • Review and Preparation for the ASBOG Fundamentals of
GSA Environmental and Engineering Geology Division’s Geology Examination
Student Mentoring Session
Publishing: “What’s Your Problem; What’s Your Point?”
Sun., 22 Oct., 5:30–6:30 p.m., WSCC, Tech Room TBD
A panel of experts will address a series of commonly asked Sun., 22 Oct., 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m., Sheratan Seattle, Issaquah
Experienced GSA science editors will explain the process of
questions from those emailed in advance of the meeting, and the
panelists will also address questions from the students in atten- preparing your research for submission to scholarly journals. An
dance. Time will be left at the end for one-on-one interactions application is required; find complete information at www
.geosociety.org/GSA/Publications/GSA/Pubs/WritersResource.aspx.
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