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GSA 2018 ANNUAL MEETING & EXPOSITION
In 2010, the Geological Society of America’s Council voted to
bring the 2018 GSA Annual Meeting & Exposition to
Indianapolis, Indiana, 4–7 November. Much has happened in the
interim that affects the geoscience research community, and we
acknowledge that the long-range nature of planning scientific con-
ferences sometimes conflicts with the ability to nimbly navigate a
changing political, social, and economic landscape. We under-
stand that geoscientists have a choice in where they choose to
present research and network with colleagues, and that members
represent a diverse range of legitimate concerns and priorities. We marathons in the U.S. and is an ideal fall marathon for everyone
want to make sure that you have the best information available to
make an informed decision.
Indiana’s Religious Freedom
Restoration Act (RFRA)
“Indy welcomes all” is a reflection of the city’s ethos and their can find out more at www.monumentalmarathon.com.
well-earned, decades-long reputation of providing exceptional
hospitality to all visitors. The state’s amended RFRA now aligns
with Indianapolis’ longstanding Human Rights Ordinance protec-
tions and the community looks forward to welcoming and serving
all visitors, just as they always have.
2018 United States Elections
The 2018 United States elections will mostly be held on
Tuesday, 6 Nov. 2018, which falls this year over the GSA Annual
Meeting. If you are a citizen of the United States, we encourage
you to register and vote. While many states have early voting,
mail-in voting, or absentee voting available, we recognize that
each state has its own rules. For your convenience, here are two
links that may help you to determine whether you are able to vote
early and attend GSA, or whether you will need to be in your state
in order to vote on Tuesday, 6 Nov. We hope you will be able to
vote early and join us in Indianapolis.
https://www.usa.gov/midterm-state-and-local-elections
http://www.ncsl.org/research/elections-and-campaigns/
absentee-and-early-voting.aspx
www.geosociety.org/AnnualMeeting
Indianapolis Monumental Marathon
A unique opportunity awaits us in the running of the
Indianapolis Monumental Marathon on Saturday, 3 Nov. The
starting line will be one block from the Indiana Convention
Center where the GSA Annual Meeting & Exposition will take
place.
The Indianapolis Monumental Marathon is one of the 20 largest
from the first-time marathon runner to elite athletes. Starting and
finishing at the Indiana State Capitol, the course highlights land-
marks and historical neighborhoods throughout Indianapolis. Not
a full marathon runner? A half-marathon, 5K, and kids fun run
are also planned.
We hope to capitalize on this opportunity to build community
and add another fun dimension to the meeting for athletic-minded
geoscientists. If you are interested in joining one of the races, you
While the race should not impede the majority of our activities
on Saturday, it might take you a little more time to get to the con-
vention center if you are attending a field trip, short course, or
have other business that morning.
GSA Meetings RISE to the Top
We support Respectful Inclusive Scientific Events and are
committed to ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all
participants. We expect all meeting participants to abide by the
GSA Events Code of Conduct Policy (https://goo.gl/WGAhGC)
in all venues at our meetings, including ancillary events, field
trips, and official and unofficial social gatherings.
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