The PA Chapter of American Fisheries Society will host an online career development and higher education Q&A session on November 9 starting at 7:00 p.m.

College students in fisheries, biology, ecology, environmental science and related academic programs are invited to attend.

Participants will be provided with student resources from the National American Fisheries Society as well as guidance on applying for state and federal jobs.

Panelists will include current PA AFS officers who collectively have diverse education and professional backgrounds representing state agencies, interstate commissions, private sector and academia.

Participants do not need to be AFS members to attend.

Click Here to register and for more information.  Questions should be directed to Jonathan Niles at: jonathan.niles@tnc.org. 

For more information on programs, initiatives, other upcoming events and how you can get involved, visit the PA Chapter of American Fisheries Society website.

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[Posted: October 27, 2023]

10/30/2023