Student Information
At the OR AFS Annual Meeting, Feb 23-26 2010, Eugene, OR
Become a Student Volunteer Now!
Definition of a Student
To qualify for student treatment, you should be: currently enrolled at least half-time at any level in a college or university, in any field broadly related to natural resources. We aim to be inclusive for students, so if in doubt and in need of assistance, please ask and we’ll strive to help you.
Reduced Registration for Technical Sessions
Registration fee of just $25 for the entire meeting for all students. No registration fees are waived this year, however, ample opportunities exist to volunteer and receive free lodging (see below).
Free Workshops!
An unprecedented opportunity to attend either the PIT Tagging and Techniques or Media Training workshops free of charge (if you register before January 23rd). Because of the limited class size and expense a reduced fee of $200 is required for the Introduction to Electrofishing workshop for student attendees. Punctuality is a virtue; these workshops will cost money if you miss the early registration deadline!
Student Transportation
If you need assistance with transportation to the meeting, let us know and we’ll try to connect you with other students or professionals from your area. Once at the meeting, there should be no need for individual transportation.
Student Accommodations
Students that get on the “Student Volunteer” list and commit to working at least 4 hours at the meeting, will be eligible for complimentary lodging in shared but gender-segregated hotel rooms. This may entail sleeping on a couch...but you’ll be warm and dry and making new friends.
Student Volunteer Opportunities
The annual meeting requires a lot of participation, and students are a large and valuable part of it! We are looking for professional, trustworthy students to assist with a variety of tasks at the annual meeting. Opportunities include:
· Assisting with the assembly of registrant information packets (prior to the meeting)
· Assisting at the registration and sales desk (throughout the meeting)
· Audiovisual support (PowerPoint and room lights) during technical sessions
· Assisting with the raffle and auction (after the banquet)
· Setting up and taking down poster display boards (start and finish of meeting)
Training or guidance will be provided for each job. Waived registration and complimentary shared lodging requires donating at least 4 hours of service, and is limited to the first 32 students who sign up. Besides saving some green, serving the chapter this way is a great opportunity to meet new people in your profession, learn new skills, and bolster your resume. And, you will still have plenty of time to attend technical presentations and enjoy social events.
For questions or to get on the Student Volunteer list, please contact:
Shivonne Nesbit, shivonne.nesbit@oregonstate.edu
Please get on the list prior to January 23rd to improve your odds and avoid late fees.