Accessibility Information

The Entomological Society of America (ESA) is committed to fostering an inclusive environment at its Annual Meeting, ensuring accessibility for all attendees, speakers, and guests.

To enhance this commitment, individuals with specific needs are encouraged to communicate their requirements by contacting Rosina Romano. Attendees who travel with an aide or personal assistant are able to register those individuals as a complimentary guest. Contact Rosina Romano for additional information.

Opening Plenary Session

Join ESA President, Lina Bernaola as we kickoff Entomology 2025: Bridging Generations with Innovation, Legacy, and Passion.

Sunday, November 9
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

The opening plenary session will feature Sonny Ramaswamy presenting "Insect Science in Action: Entomology Advocacy" and Margarita Lopez-Uribe presenting "Lessons of Legacy, Innovation, and Passion from the Bee World."

Program Enhancement Funds

ESA provides funds for program enhancement as an incentive to attract speakers for the Annual Meeting, thereby improving meeting content and attendance. Program Enhancement Funds (PEF) are used to enhance the educational content of the Annual Meeting program and have certain restrictions on their use, as detailed below.

Annual Meeting Volunteer Opportunities

The ESA Annual Meeting depends on the following volunteers to ensure the meeting runs smoothly. Thank you for considering serving in one or more of these capacities.

Moderators and Judges

Moderators are responsible for keeping their session running on schedule and facilitating discussion where necessary. Training for moderators will be provided onsite during the meeting. Up to two moderators will be assigned to all oral presentation sessions.