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STUDENT ACTIVITIES


The GSA Emerging Scholar and Professional Organization (ESPO) have scheduled the following activities and programs, as part of the Annual Scientific Meeting. Please check the final program for any schedule changes.

Emerging Scholar and Professional Organization (ESPO) and Fellows Speed Mentoring Session
Saturday, November 22, 7:00 am – 8:00 am

This is an excellent opportunity to meet with several GSA fellows, discuss your research ideas, and receive their encouragement and feedback. Space is limited so please sign up early.

Campus Ambassador’s Meeting
Saturday, November 22, 7:30 am - 8:00 am

For those of you who are interested in representing GSA at your local college or university, please attend this brief informational meeting prior to the start of the ESPO breakfast and community in order to learn more about the program and meet current campus ambassadors.

Emerging Scholar and Professional Organization (ESPO) and Sigma Phi Omega (SPO) Breakfast and Community Meeting
Saturday, November 22, 8:00 am – 10:00 am

All ESPO members are welcome to join us for this informational breakfast meeting that provides the opportunity to broaden your understanding of the organization and how it fits within GSA, learn about opportunities for to get more involved in ESPO, meet the executive committee members, and network with your fellow colleagues who share a common interest in aging. 

ESPO 101 Dessert and Networking Symposium
Saturday, November 22, 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm

This symposium is designed to provide thorough information about ESPO including its origins, evolution, and future directions in addition to providing information about the nominations/election process for ESPO leadership positions. Part of this symposium will include time for “speed networking” with fellow ESPO members as well as refueling with some sweet treats. Space is limited, so please sign up early.

Emerging Scholar and Professional Organization Wine and Cheese & Fellows Meet the Students
(ESPO Members and GSA Fellows only please)
Saturday, November 22, 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

This is an event not to be missed!!!  The ESPO wine and cheese is organized in conjunction with the Association for Gerontology in Higher Education (AGHE). This event provides an informal setting in which to network with other ESPO members as well as GSA fellows. The winners of the Interdisciplinary Paper Award, Poster Awards, and the Civic Engagement in an Older America Student Paper Award will be presented at this event.

The Emerging Scholar and Professional Organization Wine and Cheese is being sponsored by the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP).

ESPO Dine-Arounds
Sunday, November 23, 6:30 pm

Meet in the hotel lobby at 6:30pm. This social event provides the opportunity to mingle with fellow ESPO members while dining at a local venue.