Call for Papers - OVEA 2009 Annual Forum for Student Paper Competition - November 6th, 2009 at the Cincinnati Museum Center, 1301 Western Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45203-1130

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS (pdf)

Book of Abstracts - 2009 (pdf)

The Ohio Valley Entomological Association (OVEA) 2009 Annual Forum and Student Paper Competition will be held on Friday, November 6, 2009, at Cincinnati Museum Center, 1301 Western Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45203-1130 The deadline for abstracts is Monday, October 19, 2009 (11:59 PM). Please submit abstracts to Alex Murphy: amckinni@purdue.edu. Abstracts should be 300 words or less. Please include "OVEA ABSTRACT" and your last name in the title of your email! The available computer set-up for the meeting with have Microsoft Office 2007 Software. Please make sure your presentations are compatible. If you have questions please contact Alex Murphy <amckinni@purdue.edu>. Details regarding how to prepare and submit abstracts are available online - see this sample abstract:

Sample Abstract

OVEA is an association of students and professional entomologists that is dedicated to promoting the professional development of students. The primary objective of the Annual Forum is to host a student paper competition in three classifications: B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. Students have the opportunity to present their research and to win a cash award and recognition in a casual, supportive environment. Cash awards are $350 for first, $250 for second and $200 for third place in each of the three student categories. The 2009 Forum will precede the Entomological Society of America (ESA) National meeting by approximately 4 weeks, which will provide students an opportunity to hone their presentations if they plan to present at ESA. Additional details regarding the meeting, directions, etc., are available on the OVEA web site: Travel Information

Membership and participation in the OVEA are open to anyone with an interest in Entomology. Professional entomologists include those from universities, government, and industry. Annual membership dues are only $5.00 for students and $20.00 for non-students. A membership form is available on the OVEA web site, or you can pay on site the day of the Annual Forum. Dues support the Annual Forum and provide for the awards. Whether you ar a new or a returning member, we hope you will take a moment now to visit the web site and submit your membership form. Please consider supporting OVEA and attending the Annual Forum with other entomology enthusiasts! Students do not have to present a paper in order to attend the Annual Forum. If you have questions, please contact the current OVEA President, Alex Murphy - 765-496-2664 or email: amckinni@purdue.edu.