Emphasis will be on the excellence that exists among the pool of women researchers in the major subdisciplines within the field of evolutionary biology, including molecular evolution, evolution of form and development, speciation and phylogeny, evolution of behavior, and evolutionary ecology and biodiversity. Speakers have been invited from across the country, representing different levels of career experience, from senior graduate students to distinguished professors. During the course of two and one-half days, each invited speaker will play two roles, serving both as scholar and mentor. Two workshops have been organized for the purpose of focusing discussion on critical issues influencing the successful training and advancement of women in evolution and ecology. The workshops will provide opportunities for students, faculty, and junior and high school teachers to participate equally with the speakers in identifying social and institutional factors underlying successes and failures in promoting and maintaining careers for women in these fields.
Participation is free, and all who are interested are welcome.
Registration forms will be sent upon request. Sydney Cameron will be out of reach from 6 - 12 August. Therefore, all registration must be completed by 25 August to make sufficient preparations. The Hilton Hotel in downtown Fayetteville is the official hotel for the conference, although there are a number of other motels in the local area. Accomodations must be arranged individually by each person.