Social Activities and Special Events
Sunday, 12 March
Welcome Reception
5–7 p.m., La Joya Ballroom.
Enjoy light snacks and a complimentary beverage while connecting with your colleagues. Each participant receives a coupon for one free beer or wine in their registration packet.
Monday, 13 March
South-Central Section Management Board Meeting
Noon–1:30 p.m., Bolo’s PDR.
Keynote Address and Reception
5 – 7 p.m., La Joya Ballroom.
Enjoy light snacks and a complimentary beverage before and during the keynote presentation, Preparing Students for the Future Geoscience Workforce, by Dr. Sharon Mosher, Dean of the Jackson School of Earth Sciences at the University of Texas at Austin. Each participant receives a coupon for one free beer or wine in their registration packet.
What does the job market for geoscientists look like?
Noon–2 p.m., Colonnade Ballroom B. Attendance limited to professionals and K–12 educators.
Presentation and discussion by professionals from a range of industries including the USGS, the Texas Bureau of Economic Geology, an environmental consultant, and academia. Cost: $5. Lunch will be provided.
Tuesday, 14 March
South-Central Section Open Meeting
7–8 a.m., Bolo’s PDR.
Student Award Ceremony
5:30–6:00 p.m., Grand Ballroom.
Find out which undergraduate and graduate students won awards for their oral or poster presentations.