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Member Symposium

Plant-Insect Ecosystems

Physiology, Biochemistry, and Toxicology

Student

Graduating Soon? Next Steps on Your Career Path

Tuesday, November 12, 2024
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM MST
Location: Phoenix Convention Center, 223, PCC

    Organizer(s)

  • Natasha Umezu

    Graduate Student
    Entomology
    University of Nebraska
    Lincoln, Nebraska

  • Hannah Stowe

    PhD Student
    Department of Entomology
    University of Nebraska
    Lincoln, Nebraska

  • Andrea Rilakovic

    PhD candidate
    Department of Entomology
    University of Nebraska - Lincoln
    North Platte, Nebraska

  • Kashish Verma (she/her/hers)

    Graduate Student
    Entomology
    University of Nebraska
    Lincoln, Nebraska

The symposium offers insights on navigating grad school and job search challenges for both domestic and international students. Speakers will share their job application experiences, providing comprehensive guidance on the steps and processes. Attendees can ask questions and interact with speakers during the panel discussion.

Presentations:

  • 3:00 PM – 3:02 PM MST
    Introductory remarks

    Presenting Author: Natasha Hiromi Umezu – University of Nebraska

  • 3:02 PM – 3:17 PM MST
    From campus to crop fields: A blueprint for new graduates entering the agri-industry

    Presenting Author: Marc Lewis Fisher – Corteva Agriscience

  • 3:17 PM – 3:32 PM MST
    Entomologists without borders: Landing a job and succeeding in the land of opportunity

    Presenting Author: Sujaya Rao – University of Minnesota

  • 3:32 PM – 3:47 PM MST
    Paving a career path towards the USDA-ARS: Preparing for roles in federal scientific research

    Presenting Author: Brad S. Coates – USDA-ARS

  • 3:47 PM – 3:57 PM MST
    Break
  • 3:57 PM – 4:12 PM MST
    Developing your brand after graduation

    Presenting Author: Victoria A. Kleczewski (she/her/hers) – Syngenta

  • 4:12 PM – 4:27 PM MST
    Demystifying the negotiation process – Tips for success

    Presenting Author: Laura Lavine – Washington State University

  • 4:27 PM – 4:42 PM MST
    Know yourself (and the market): Key insights for graduate students

    Presenting Author: Daniela Pezzini – Bayer Crop Science

  • 4:42 PM – 4:57 PM MST
    Panel discussion
  • 4:57 PM – 5:00 PM MST
    Closing remarks

    Presenting Author: Natasha Hiromi Umezu – University of Nebraska