Research Symposium Networking and Featured Sessions

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For the most up-to-date details, please visit the Research Symposium page.

Frick Environmental Center Field Trip

November 4, 1:00–5:00 PM EST

Experience two gems of Frick Park: Frick Environmental Center and the Fern Hollow Bridge and restoration area. The Living-Building-certified Frick Environmental Center is one of the greenest public buildings in the world. Educators from the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy will conduct a sustainability-focused tour of the building and grounds, followed by a hike through just a small portion of the Frick Park’s 650 acres. The surrounding woodlands include extensive ecological restoration as well as the recently rebuilt Fern Hollow Bridge.
Price: $75

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Research Networking Dinner

November 4, 6:30–8:30 PM EST

Join other research symposium attendees for food, fun, and conversation at Condado Tacos, self-described as a place to come as you are, soak up the local vibe, and feel connected. Co-chairs Marijke Hecht and Kathayoon Khalil will be there to welcome everyone and kick off two days of learning, sharing, and community-building. The restaurant is within easy walking distance of the Westin Pittsburgh. Registration is required due to a limitation on group size, but individuals will order off the regular menu and pay individually. Vegan and vegetarian options readily available.

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Featured Sessions

These options are included with Research Symposium registration.

Research Symposium Awards Reception

November 5, 5:00–6:30 PM EST

Enjoy hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar while you network with colleagues, peruse the posters, and congratulate the recipient of the 2024 Research Award. Award presentation at 5:30 PM.

Meeting of the Minds: Early Career Mentoring and Networking

November 6, 8:00–9:00 AM EST

Grad students and other early-career attendees: Come join experienced EE researchers for informal mentoring over a light continental breakfast. Spend time in breakouts on a variety of topics, including publishing, time management, career planning, non-academic careers, and more.

Journal Editors' Panel: Insights into Academic Publishing in the Fields of EE/ESE

November 6, 10:00–11:00 AM EST

Editors of six EE/ESE journals will introduce their publications and share commentary on changes they’re seeing within the publications landscape—AI, changing incentives for publishing among diverse academics, open access, and more. The session will include time for comments, questions, and discussion.

Natural Start Alliance Graduate Student Network

November 6, 1:00–2:00 PM EST

Connect with early childhood nature-based graduate students at this informal lunchtime gathering. The meeting is open to current members and anyone interested in the Natural Start Alliance's Graduate Student Network. Members of the Network leadership team will provide an overview of the group and space to explore networking opportunities. Grab your lunch (included for Research Symposium registrants) and join in!

Note: The Research Symposium requires a separate registration fee.

NAAEE: North American Association for Environmental Education

Networking, Mentoring, Awards