Cenozoic Volcanism in the Mediterranean Area
(GSA Special Paper 418)
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5-14 August 2008
Oslo, Norway

Organizers are seeking to expand North American participation in the scientific program.
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Did you know you can submit news items for posting on the GSA Web site?

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For Women Reentering the Workforce in an Earth Science Field

The Association for Women Geoscientists (a GSA Associated Society) announces the Lone Star Rising Scholarship, providing professional development funding for women who wish to resume their geoscience careers after having been out of the work force for at least 2 years. The application deadline is 1 June. AWG membership is not required.
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The Earth Institute at Columbia University offers an introduction to climate change with links to diverse news and information, including the Next Generation Earth—Statement of Principles, which spells out a framework for global cooperation to meet the world's growing energy needs while also protecting the environment.

Fabulous Frozen Finds is a new publication highlighting the potential significance of a few of the most interesting new specimens reported by the US Antarctic Meteorite program.

GSA Foundation News

Foundation Trustees are in the news! [ view Trustees ]

• Patrick Leahy has been appointed Executive Director of AGI.
• Farouk El-Baz has been appointed to the National Academy of Engineering's "Grand Challenges for Engineering" committee.

Foundation Cornerstone Initiative

In order to provide an increased level of funding for the critical areas of concern to GSA members, the GSA Foundation is launching this major initiative.
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Northeastern Section launches a 5-year fund raising program to increase its Foundation Endowment Fund to $500,000.
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GSA 2007 Election

The GSA ballot for FY08 Officers and Councilors for the term of July 2007– June 2011 is now active and accessible from the GSA Homepage. Please exercise your right to vote and guide the future of the Society!
Voting will be open through 6 April 2007.
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Especially For Students

Ores & Orogenesis Symposium, 24–30 September 2007, Tucson, AZ. In seeking to attract students, organizers are planning activities geared to graduate students in economic geology and tectonics, including a mentoring event and student poster contest with cash prizes. Abstract deadline is 1 April 2007.
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Professional Grant Proposal Writing Workshop Presented by The Grant Institute, St. John's University–Manhattan Campus, New York, NY, 16-18 April 2007, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.
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Alaska: Changing Glaciers — Changing Landscapes

GSA Geoventure — Glacial Geology & Climate Change. 21-28 July 2007 (8 days)
Trip Leader: Bruce Molnia, USGS. Experience the unique, dynamic, and rapidly changing glaciers of south-central Alaska!
[ itinerary | details | USGS Alaskan glacier photos by Molnia ]

Meeting News

Geoinformatics 2007 - Data To Knowledge

The conference, co-sponsored by the GSA Geoinformatics Division, convenes 17-18 May in San Diego, California. Abstarcts deadline: 3 April.
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2007 SECTION MEETINGS

It’s not too late to join friends and colleagues …

You can still  register online:			Early-registration  discounts end 2 April:
•	Southeastern 29-30 March, Savannah, GA technical program | register		•	Cordilleran 4-6 May, Bellingham, WA technical program | register
•	South Central / North Central 11-13 April, Lawrence, KS technical program | register		•	Rocky Mountain 7-9 May, Saint George, UT technical program | register
Attending a GSA Section Meeting? Keep in mind: Being a Mentor is a Rewarding Experience! > Roy J. Shlemon Mentor Programs in Applied Geoscience < > John Mann Mentor in Applied Hydrogeology Programs < Space is running out so act now! Contact Jennifer Nocerino, 303-357-1036.

Communicating the Value of Geoscience

GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS

Congressional Visits Day, 1-2 May 2007. If you are interested in participating, please contact Jack Hess, GSA Executive Director, by 1 April.
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A SAMPLING OF GSA IN THE NEWS

Read 2006 coverage summaries for GSA publications and meetings.
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PRESS RELEASES ISSUED BY GSA

• March Geology and GSA Today Media Highlights (23 Feb)
• Climate Change, Health and Environment, and More at 2007 GSA Northeastern Section Meeting (1 March)
• Geological Society of America 2007 Southeastern Section Meeting Highlights (8 March)
• Volcanism in the Mediterranean: A Comprehensive View (9 March)

SELECTED PRESS RELEASES RECEIVED BY GSA

• Awardees Named by The American Society of Limnology and Oceanography (26 Feb)
• Prototype Space Probe Prepares To Explore Earth's Deepest Sinkhole (8 March)