Special events

We are happy to host special events during our conference. Below are the confirmed events, but more information is forthcoming!

Flocks Meet-up

July 7th, exact time to be confirmed

Please join members and leaders of The Flocks Project we seek to build stronger communities across ornithology so that everyone feels like they belong. Through collaborations with AFO, WOS, and AOS we have established affinity groups (Flocks) to enhance belonging and engagement across ornithology. This private meetup is for current and perspective flocks members to get together and learn more about the initiative.

Note that our meet-up occurs just prior to the opening reception for the conference; be sure to plan your travel accordingly. Please check the box on the registration page indicating your interest in this event to give us an estimate of the number of attendees to expect.

Learn more about the Flocks Project: www.flocksproject.org

Meet the Editors

Exact date and time to follow

This interactive session offers a valuable opportunity for early-career ornithologists and prospective authors to meet the editorial team of the Journal of Field Ornithology and the Wilson Journal of Ornithology.

Join the Editors to learn about the journals’ scope, editorial workflow, and tips for successful manuscript submission. The session will include an open discussion on best practices in scientific publishing, from both the author’s and editor’s perspectives, and time for questions. Whether you’re preparing your first manuscript or seeking to understand the review process better, this is an opportunity to engage directly with the people behind the journal.

The event will include:
– JFO overview + Co-EIC and Editorial Board Introductions
– WJO overview + Co-EIC and Editorial Board Introductions
– Insights on the per review process (aimed to early careers and undergrads)
– Open discussion

Dr. Kristina Cockle
WJO co-EIC
Dr. Ernesto Ruelas Insunza
WJO co-EIC
Dr. Rafael Rueda Hernández
JFO co-EIC
Dr. Phil C Stouffer
JFO co-EIC

LGBTQIA+ breakfast

July 8th, exact time to be confirmed

This social event is an opportunity to converse with colleagues who identify as lesbian, gay, bi, trans, otherwise queer, as well as allies to this community, to discuss LGBTQIA+ experiences and representation in ornithology and beyond. We will promote a welcoming atmosphere at this event and provide opportunities for folks to meet other members of the queer community and those who support the community. We will create opportunities to promote discussion in a safe atmosphere with small breakout groups and conversation topic suggestions.

Breakfast will be provided for all registrants. Interested individuals should check the box for the event when they register for the conference, and they will be contacted by email with more details prior to the event.

This event will be private. All contact information gathered when signing up will be kept confidential and not retain after the event. All attendees are expected to maintain the privacy of participants both during and after the event.