| Learn the latest in research and applications in geography, sustainability, and GIScience. Meet and network with geographers, environmental scientists, and GIS specialists. Join AAG in Tampa April 8-12, 2014. |
| The AAG Annual Meeting is an interdisciplinary forum open to anyone with an interest in geography and related disciplines. All scholars, researchers, and students are welcome to present. |
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| Learn About AAG's Annual Meeting Childcare Subsidy Program The AAG provides limited reimbursement to registered conference attendees to subsidize part of the necessary child care expenses incurred during the meeting at a licensed child care agency/provider. Be sure to also visit the AAG's Annual Meeting Parents Exchange, an online discussion forum available to parents planning to travel with children to its Annual Meeting in Tampa. The forum enables parents to share information about kid-friendly activities, events, childcare options, and more. AAG Childcare Subsidy |
| AAG Extends Nystrom Award Application Deadline to Nov. 14 The J. Warren Nystrom Award, established by former AAG Executive Director J. Warren Nystrom, supports an annual prize for a paper based upon a recent dissertation in geography. The deadline for applications has been extended to November 14, 2013, and can be sent to meeting@aag.org. Eligibility for this competition is restricted to AAG members who have received the PhD degree since April 1, 2011, and who have been members of the AAG for 2011, 2012 and 2013. Papers must be presented at the upcoming AAG Annual Meeting. For complete submission information, visit www.aag.org/nystrom. |
Meeting Locations The meeting will take place at the Tampa Convention Center. Discounted sleeping rooms will be offered at the following hotels starting at $199 per night from April 8 to April 12: - Tampa Marriott Waterside
- Embassy Suites
- Hilton Tampa Downtown
- Westin Tampa Harbour Island
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About the Meeting The five-day conference is expected to host more than 7,000 geographers from around the world and feature over 4,000 presentations, posters, workshops, and field trips by leading scholars and researchers. The program will also feature: - Latest Research - Presentations and posters by leading scholars and researchers
- Exhibit Hall - Booths and exhibits showcasing recent publications and new geographic technologies
- Career and Networking Opportunities - An international networking reception, a Jobs & Careers Center highlighting the latest employment opportunities for geographers, and career development sessions
- Special Events - World Geography Bowl, Awards Luncheon, and other attendee-organized events
- Workshops - Training sessions and workshops to help further your professional or academic career
- Field Trips - Attendees can explore the rich physical and cultural geography of Florida by signing up for informative field trips led by geographers or other scholarly experts
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