Entomological Society of America

The Entomological Society of America (ESA) was founded in 1889 and today has more than 6,000 members, including educators, extension personnel, consultants, students, researchers, and scientists from agricultural departments, health agencies, private industries, colleges and universities, and state and federal governments. It serves the professional and scientific needs of entomologists and people in related disciplines. To facilitate communication among members, the ESA is divided into six sections, subject and interest-based groups; and five branches, based on geographic proximity. The national office is located in Lanham, Maryland, a suburb of Washington, D.C. ----ESA's Vision Statement:The Entomological Society of America will be recognized by peer associations, the scientific community, and the public as the best forum for scientific exchange of entomological knowledge, leading to a record of positive influence within public and private institutions where this information is essential.

----ESA's Mission Statement:The Entomological Society of America exists to promote the science of entomology. The Society accomplishes this through:

• Disseminating original research and perspectives leading to a continuous stream of discoveries and applications relevant to the science;
• Creating productive opportunities to stimulate new ideas and capitalize on the diversity and varied perspectives of the membership; and
• Expanding the basic level of understanding about insects and related organisms through outreach to stakeholders of all types.

Journals

* [http://www.entsoc.org/pubs/periodicals/ann/index.htm Annals of the Entomological Society of America]
* [http://www.entsoc.org/pubs/periodicals/ee/index.htm Environmental Entolomology]
* [http://www.entsoc.org/pubs/periodicals/jee/index.htm Journal of Economic Entomology]
* [http://www.entsoc.org/pubs/periodicals/jme/index.htm Journal of Medical Entomology]

Annual Meetings

The [http://www.entsoc.org/annual_meeting/index.htm Annual Meeting of the Entomological Society of America] is its premier event each year. For a four-day period, thousands of entomologists and professionals from related disciplines gather from around the world to exchange scientific information and ideas, enhance professional knowledge and skills, network with colleagues and re-acquaint with old friends, and conduct the business of the Society.

Certification Programs

ESA offers two certification programs, the [http://www.entsoc.org/Certification/ace/index.htm Associate Certified Entomologist (ACE)] and the [http://www.entsoc.org/Certification/bce/index.htm Board Certified Entomologist (BCE)] . BCE is geared toward those who are formally educated in entomology and ACE more toward those with hands-on training and professional development in the field of structural pest management

Awards

ESA and the Entomological Foundation provide [http://www.entsoc.org/awards/whats_available.htm Annual Honors and Awards] to recognize scientists, educators, and students, who have distinguished themselves through their contributions to entomology, and offer limited financial assistance for academic study.

Each of the five branches of the ESA give out the John Henry Comstock Graduate Student Award annually for achievement by a graduate student.

Jobs in Entomology

ESA offers an opportunity for employers to publicize [http://www.entsoc.org/employment/jobs.htm Job Openings in Entomology] and related fields through its monthly newsletter and web site.

External links

* [http://www.entsoc.org/ The Entomological Society of America]
* [http://www.entsoc.org/awards/student/comstock.htm The John Henry Comstock Graduate Student Award]
* [http://www.entsoc.org/awards/student/comstock_list.htm List of winners of the Comstock Award]