Reminder about tomorrow's chat on the 4DEE Framework, featuring one ecologist who uses taste testing to teach about food systems! https://esa.org/events/water-cooler-chats/using-taste-testing-to-teach-about-food-systems/

🚨 Last chance! Nominations for experts to review the United by Nature draft assessment close TONIGHT at 11:59 PM ET

Help shape the future of U.S. lands, waters & wildlife. Submit your nomination now: https://www.nationalacademies.org/projects/DELS-BASCPR-25-02

Just 3⃣ days left! Nominate experts to serve on The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine review committee for the United by Nature assessment

Help ensure this report reflects the best available science - nominate yourself or a colleague by Dec 15!⌛️

🔗https://tinyurl.com/nvw86sza

Everyone eats food, which makes it a great topic for applying the 4DEE Framework in the classroom! Hear from Babson College's David Blodgett and how he uses taste testing to teach about food systems, using 4DEE. 12/16 at 1:00 PM ET https://ow.ly/n40a50XHp7e

Did you know? We have a new undergrad membership!

All student members enjoy the regular suite of benefits PLUS some unique career guidance starting in Jan. undergrads can ALSO participate in SEEDS programs. Just $25 for undergrads & $40 for grad students! https://ow.ly/kYSm50XHamV

📰New from our journals!📰

Moths sipping moose tears, deep-sea squid in disguise, coral reef recovery breakthroughs, and more! Explore six fascinating studies in our latest media tip sheet:
https://ow.ly/qUrA50XHajr

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine is seeking expert nominations for an independent review of the United by Nature draft assessment. Ecologists—consider nominating yourself or a colleague!

✅ Deadline: Dec 15
🔗https://tinyurl.com/nvw86sza

ESA members: Renewals are open for 2026, and we can't wait to step into the new year with you. Our community, and our commitment to serving each other and the science of ecology, are what make us special!
https://www.esa.org/membership

📢Grad students: Applications for ESA’s Graduate Student Policy Award are now OPEN!

Awardees receive:
💼Science policy training
🏛️Facetime w/ congressional decision-makers
✈️All-expenses-paid trip to DC, Feb 24-25

Deadline: Jan 7, 2026. Learn more/apply: https://ow.ly/Zpji50XCMgR

Final reminder to submit your #ESA2026 workshop, short course, field trip & special session proposals by today at 5:00 PM ET! These sessions let organizers share practical learning and transformative experiences, and showcase unique sites near our host city. https://ow.ly/QpvV50XBT4Z

Discover the latest in ecological research with our new media tip sheet!📰

From urban pollinator pathways to sea urchin halos and migratory bird protections, explore 6 fascinating studies in our November roundup:
https://ow.ly/21cs50XBmi7

A friendly reminder #ESA2026 workshop, short course, special session & field trip proposals are due 12/4 @ 5:00 PM ET. These sessions add immense value & help to transmit vital scientific skills & insights to other ecologists. Help make this program great!
https://ow.ly/ewLM50Xyo07

A new blog post by ESA member @climategeek.bsky.social shares perspectives from attending COP30, the 2025 United Nations Climate Change Conference being held in Belém, Brazil. Hear about what she has seen, what major themes are emerging & what's to come. https://ow.ly/Wo5f50XuJna

📣New workshop series! *Future-proof Your Science Career* from Cassie Briggs, PhD at Success in Science Career Coaching is a 3-part series kicking off in January. Join individual events or register for the bundle to save even more! https://ow.ly/Oqbf50XualQ

Final reminder! Nominations for ESA Awards, Fellows and Early Career Fellows -- awards like the Odum Award for Excellence in Ecology Education -- close on Thursday, so make sure all your materials are complete and in the portal by then! https://esa.org/about/awards/

Sustainability is one of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Hence, our Sustainability Science Award for Scholarly Work.

There are still a few days left to get in a nomination - whose work is creating important insights in sustainability science? https://esa.org/about/awards/

Tomorrow! *Developing a Scalable Online Ecology Course with 4DEE*: How Nathan & Sara applied the 4DEE framework into a scalable online ecology course that supports sustainability education. Bring a beverage and join the conversation! https://esa.zoom.us/meeting/register/ITcQk2NRRKmM47xOne1n8A

A friendly reminder that proposal submissions for workshops (+Career Central), short courses, special sessions & field trips for #ESA2026 are open til 12/4. Share knowledge, discuss methods, spark discourse & advance the field! https://esa.org/saltlake2026/call-for-proposals/

Explore new ecological science in our journals with our latest media tip sheet:
🐯Tiger recovery depends on prey, not just protection
🌾Invasive grass alters tick survival
🦫Beavers have shaped Grand Teton for 1,000's of years
...and more!

Read it here: https://ow.ly/U1ym50Xr4RC

Our honors include recognition of great work by early career scientists, like the George Mercer Award for an outstanding research paper that comes with a $2,000 cash award & $700 travel support. Learn more & start your nomination -- new deadline 11/20! #george-mercerge-mercer" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">https://esa.org/about/awards/#george-mercer

New workshop! *Drawing as a Teaching Tool for Learning in the Ecology Classroom, Lab & Field* 12/2 @ 2:00 PM ET. Learn practical drawing tools to enhance observation, generate questions, spark interest & encourage exploration @sciencecandance.bsky.social
https://ow.ly/2WkF50XqEaL

Next up in our series on career opportunities in ecology: Christopher Adkinson from Geosyntec Consultants & William Bethel from Swinomish Indian Tribal Community. Join us 11/18 at 2:00 PM ET for a conversation about career pathways & an opportunity to get direct advice!

https://ow.ly/By6f50XpwP0

Deadline extended! At the request of a few nominators, we are extending the deadline for ESA Awards, Fellows & Early Career Fellows nominations to 11/20. Take advantage of this opportunity to elevate & celebrate important contributions to ecology -- get started today! https://esa.org/about/awards/

October research highlights from our journals! From Arctic food webs to beaver-powered fire resilience, biodiversity maintenance & sea star recovery — explore the latest ecological science in our new tip sheet📰

Find it here: esa.org/blog/2025/10...

📷 by Sean Johnson-Bice

Society awards and honors matter. As Porche Spence told us, "receiving the ESA Commitment to Human Diversity in Ecology Award profoundly enhanced my professional standing." This year's nomination deadline is 11/13, just a few days away -- get started now! https://esa.org/about/awards/