Networking and Special Events

Check out the special events and networking opportunities for NAAEE 2025 below.

If you've purchased a ticket to the conference, research symposium, or any pre-conference workshops, you are welcome at any of the events listed here, no additional registration required. Please join through the Conference tab in the PheedLoop platform. See you there!

Thursday, October 16, 1:00–2:00 PM EDT

EE in Higher Education—Networking Meeting

Here’s your chance to connect with other folks who are teaching environmental education in higher education settings. Join us! We’ll have an opportunity to share what we do, learn from others, and consider how we can collaborate.

Coordinators:
Rebecca Franzen, University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point, Wisconsin Center for Environmental Education
Jeanine Huss, Western Kentucky University

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Monday, October 20, 4:00–5:00 PM EDT

Conference Orientation

If you'd like to get more familiar with the conference platform and learn a few tips for navigating session choices and networking opportunities, please join us for this informal and informative session. Join via the session link in PheedLoop.

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Tuesday, October 21, 4:00–5:00 PM EDT

QEEN (Queer Environmental Educators Network)—Affinity Group Space

Come commune and network with other Queer folks from all walks of EE life! Please only attend if you self-identify as a member of this affinity group.

Coordinators:
Olivia Walton, St. Croix Environmental Association
Charissa Jones, OSU Extension Service Outdoor School

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Monday, October 27, 4:00–5:00 PM EDT

Grad Student Meetup!

Calling all grad students! Join the Natural Start Grad Student Network for a virtual networking session. Meet other grad students, share what you’re working on, trade conference tips, and connect with peers who get it. A fun, supportive space to learn and grow together!

Coordinators:
Claire Curran Underwood, University of Cincinnati
Amy Wrather, University of North Carolina–Greensboro

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Tuesday, October 28, 4:00–5:15 PM EDT

"In Our Nature" Feature Documentary—Launching a Movement for EE

Join filmmaker and director James Parker and producer Juliet Grable, from Synchronous Pictures, for a special preview of "In Our Nature"—a new documentary created in partnership with NAAEE that showcases the power of environmental education to connect people with nature, bridge divides, and inspire solutions to today’s challenges. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the film, be among the first to hear about a national screening tour and accompanying teaching resources, and enjoy an advance screening of this moving tribute to our field.

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Wednesday, October 29, 4:00–5:15 PM EDT

PARTIE

Are you ready to PARTIE? Join us for a fun virtual networking event! PARTIE stands for Pre-conference, Attendee, Real-Time, Interactive, Event. More information is coming soon.

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