Event owner lens
Use this record to benchmark whether a comparable event makes the work after the room visible. The score is 51/100, so the next move is to benchmark the weakest pillars before repeating the format.
action-oriented convening agenda analysis
Evolution Conference Information
This action-oriented convening in Education / Training / Career shows 71 visible agenda rows from evolutionmeetings.org and scores 51/100: a promising public-evidence design, still below the strong-evidence threshold. The clearest public signals sit in Future-of-Work Fit and Participation Architecture; the main limits are Follow Through and Problem Specificity. Visible mechanisms include Participant work, Commitments, Feedback, and Network design. Follow-through or tracking is at least visible enough to inspect... A practical reading: For a reader, this is a useful but still incomplete public example: it reads as an action-oriented convening, with the strongest visible signal in future-of-work fit and participation architecture and the biggest open question around follow through and problem specificity. The practical test is whether the published agenda connects the room to post-event continuation and evidence. This page is an original public-evidence analysis, not a copy of the source agenda or an endorsement of the event. The score places the visible agenda in the promising but still evidence-limited design band. The strongest visible pillars are Future-of-Work Fit, Participation Architecture, and Learning Transfer; the thinnest visible pillars are Follow Through, Personalization, and Problem Specificity. Visible mechanisms include Participant work, Commitments, Feedback, Network design, and Learning transfer. The extracted agenda preview includes 122 visible rows. The most common formats are Workshop, Presentation, and Unknown; the most common inferred purposes are Co Creation, Knowledge Transfer, and Unknown.
Eight-pillar fingerprint
Hover any pillar to see what it measures and, where it scored low, what the agenda is missing.
Participation Architecture?72
Participation Architecture - 72/100. Participant work, contribution, interaction, and alternatives to passive broadcast.
Follow Through?16
Follow Through - 16/100. Owners, dates, commitments, progress checks, and accountability after the room.Missing: Add named owners, dates, implementation checkpoints, and a visible post-event continuation path.
Problem Specificity?43
Problem Specificity - 43/100. A clear costly problem, objective, decision, or performance target.Missing: Name the costly problem, decision, or performance target the gathering is meant to move.
Personalization?43
Personalization - 43/100. Role, path, goal, preparation, or connection tailoring for participants.Missing: Create role-based paths, prepared questions, tailored breakouts, or participant-specific next steps.
Network Design?56
Network Design - 56/100. Structured weak ties, bridge-building, mixers, and relationship persistence.
Learning Transfer?59
Learning Transfer - 59/100. Applied practice, feedback, workplace use, refreshers, and 30-90 day transfer.
Evidence Maturity?45
Evidence Maturity - 45/100. Baseline, comparison, follow-up, isolation, and attribution confidence.
Future-of-Work Fit?77
Future-of-Work Fit - 77/100. Value against time, hybrid reality, accessibility, AI, and meeting load.
Fix the gaps
Exercises matched to this agenda's weakest pillars, from the exercise library. Check each run sheet for its source and intended setting.
Follow Through (16/100)
Exercises that strengthen it: The Comfort Confession · 15% Solutions · Network Patches
Problem Specificity (43/100)
Exercises that strengthen it: Two-Person Scene Sine Waves · Challenge Axis · Fist to Five
Personalization (43/100)
Exercises that strengthen it: Journey Mapping · Paradigm Shift Clock · Photo Storytelling
Agenda Preview
The actual agenda we captured. Every block is classified by format and purpose. Open any block to see how we read it; the colored edge shows whether it is participant work, broadcast, logistics, or a showcase.
Room vs wrapper
35 percent of the 122 classified blocks put participants to work; the rest broadcast, show, or handle logistics. That mix is what drives the participation score.
Participant workBroadcastShowcaseLogistics
all eventWorkshops and Special EventsWorkshopParticipant work+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisParticipant work is implied by the formatInferred from format
all eventHost a Workshop or SymposiumWorkshopParticipant work+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisParticipant work is implied by the formatInferred from format
all eventVirtual Workshops & Networking OpportunitiesWorkshopParticipant work+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisParticipant work is implied by the formatInferred from format
11 AMWorkshop: Navigating Scientific Publishing - International Focus (May 20 - Time EDT)WorkshopParticipant work+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisParticipant work is implied by the formatInferred from format
all eventLength of workshop: 3.5 - 4 hoursWorkshopParticipant work+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisParticipant work is implied by the formatInferred from format
9 PMNote: the content of this workshop is the same as the one being held at EDT. It is being given twice for time zone accessibility.WorkshopParticipant work+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisParticipant work is implied by the formatInferred from format
11 AMWorkshop: Diverse Careers Workshop for Students & Postdocs (May 20 - 10- EDT)WorkshopParticipant work+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisParticipant work is implied by the formatInferred from format
all eventDiverse Careers Workshop - Which career is right for you?WorkshopParticipant work+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisParticipant work is implied by the formatInferred from format
1:30-2:30 PMNational Science Foundation (NSF) Directorate of Biology Information Session (May 20 - )PresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
1:30-2:30 PMTime: EDTPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
4:30 PMHow Can Scientists Inform and Shape Public Policy? A Panel Discussion (May 20 - 3- EDT)PanelDiscussion+
Format · BroadcastPanelExperts discuss while the audience watches. Surfaces perspective but rarely creates participant work.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
9 PMWorkshop: Navigating Scientific Publishing - International Focus (May 20 - EDT)WorkshopParticipant work+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisParticipant work is implied by the formatInferred from format
11 amNote: This session is the same content as the session. It is being held twice for time zone accessibility.PresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
12:30-1:30 pmWorkshop: Diverse Careers Workshop for PIS (May 21 - EDT)WorkshopParticipant work+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisParticipant work is implied by the formatInferred from format
all eventIn-Person Workshops/Special EventsWorkshopParticipant work+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisParticipant work is implied by the formatInferred from format
all eventIn-Person Welcome Reception, Poster Sessions, and Closing BanquetReceptionOrientation+
Format · LogisticsReceptionA social or hospitality block. Pacing and informal connection, not participant work.
Evidence basisOutcome inferred from formatInferred from format
all eventOpening reception (jun 20 - eve)ReceptionRelationship building+
Format · LogisticsReceptionA social or hospitality block. Pacing and informal connection, not participant work.
Evidence basisOutcome inferred from formatInferred from format
all eventEvening welcome reception with appetizers following the Gould Plenary.ReceptionOrientation+
Format · LogisticsReceptionA social or hospitality block. Pacing and informal connection, not participant work.
Evidence basisOutcome inferred from formatInferred from format
all eventPoster Session 1 (Jun 21 - Eve)Poster sessionShowcase+
Format · ShowcasePoster sessionPresenters display work; attendees browse and ask questions. Some interaction, not structured work.
Evidence basisOutcome inferred from formatInferred from format
all eventPoster presentations, cash bar and appetizers.Poster sessionShowcase+
Format · ShowcasePoster sessionPresenters display work; attendees browse and ask questions. Some interaction, not structured work.
Evidence basisOutcome inferred from formatInferred from format
all eventPoster Session 2 (Jun 23 - Eve)Poster sessionShowcase+
Format · ShowcasePoster sessionPresenters display work; attendees browse and ask questions. Some interaction, not structured work.
Evidence basisOutcome inferred from formatInferred from format
all eventIn-Person WorkshopsWorkshopParticipant work+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisParticipant work is implied by the formatInferred from format
all eventUndergraduate Community at Evolution (UCE) Career Development Workshop (Jun 20 - AM)WorkshopParticipant work+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisParticipant work is implied by the formatInferred from format
8:30 am - 1:00 pmLunch included for participants.MealPacing+
Format · LogisticsMealA pacing block. Can carry unstructured networking, not scored as participant work.
Evidence basisOutcome inferred from formatInferred from format
9:00 am - 12:00 pmFee: $10 per personPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
9:30 amTime: - NoonPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
10:00-12:30 pmOrganizer: NSF/April WrightPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
9 AM - 4 pmWriting effective science op-eds (Jun 20 - )PresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
all eventCost: $75, including lunchMealPacing+
Format · LogisticsMealA pacing block. Can carry unstructured networking, not scored as participant work.
Evidence basisOutcome inferred from formatInferred from format
1:00 pm - 4:00 pmCost: $10 per personPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
all eventThis workshop can be taken independently, or combined with Part 1.WorkshopParticipant work+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisParticipant work is implied by the formatInferred from format
all eventDiverse Careers Workshop - Leveraging your degree for careers outside academia (Jun 20 - PM)WorkshopParticipant work+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisParticipant work is implied by the formatInferred from format
all eventJoin us after the workshop for an informal networking event!WorkshopParticipant work+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisParticipant work is implied by the formatInferred from format
all eventIn-Person Mixers, Networking & Special EventsNetworkingRelationship building+
Format · LogisticsNetworkingUnstructured mixing. Can carry incidental connection, but is not scored as designed network work.
Evidence basisOutcome inferred from formatInferred from format
all eventPostdoc Fellowship Lunch (JUn 21 - LunchTIME)MealPacing+
Format · LogisticsMealA pacing block. Can carry unstructured networking, not scored as participant work.
Evidence basisOutcome inferred from formatInferred from format
all eventNetworking mixer for attendees from Primarily Undergraduate Institutions (PUI's).NetworkingRelationship building+
Format · LogisticsNetworkingUnstructured mixing. Can carry incidental connection, but is not scored as designed network work.
Evidence basisOutcome inferred from formatInferred from format
1:00 - 5:00 pmASN entrance meeting - June 20, 2025 ( )PresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
12:35 pm - 2:25 pmASN exit meeting - June 24, 2025 ( )PresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
1:00 - 5:00 pmSSB entrance meeting - June 20, 2025 ( )PresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
12:35 pm - 2:25 pmSSB exit meeting - June 24, 2025 ( )PresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
1:00 - 5:00 pmSSE entrance meeting - June 20, 2025 ( )PresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
12:35 pm - 2:25 pmSSE exit meeting - June 24, 2025 ( )PresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
8:30 am - 1:00 pmEntrance meeting - June 20, 2025 ( )PresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
12:30 pm - 2:25 pmExit meeting - June 23, 2025 ( )PresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
all eventSystematic Biology - June 22, 2026 (lunchtime)MealPacing+
Format · LogisticsMealA pacing block. Can carry unstructured networking, not scored as participant work.
Evidence basisOutcome inferred from formatInferred from format
all eventThe American Naturalist - June 22, 2026 (lunchtime)MealPacing+
Format · LogisticsMealA pacing block. Can carry unstructured networking, not scored as participant work.
Evidence basisOutcome inferred from formatInferred from format
all eventEvolution - June 23, 2026 (lunchtime)MealPacing+
Format · LogisticsMealA pacing block. Can carry unstructured networking, not scored as participant work.
Evidence basisOutcome inferred from formatInferred from format
all eventPreregistration not required. Lunch not included.MealPacing+
Format · LogisticsMealA pacing block. Can carry unstructured networking, not scored as participant work.
Evidence basisOutcome inferred from formatInferred from format
1:30 - 2:25 pmSSE Members Open Forum - June 21, 2025 ( )PresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
1:30 - 2:25 pmASN Members Open Forum - June 21, 2025 ( )PresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
1:30 - 2:25 pmSSB Members Open Forum - June 21, 2025 ( )PresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
all eventProgram OverviewUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisLowRead from source
all eventWorkshops and Special EventsWorkshopCo Creation+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventHost a Workshop or SymposiumWorkshopCo Creation+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventVirtual Workshops & Networking OpportunitiesWorkshopCo Creation+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventVirtual Workshops will be held the day prior to the virtual conference (May 20th) and during breaks on the main virtual conference days (May 21-22). Sign up links for virtual workshops (if required) will be sent approximately 3 weeks prior to the virtual conference by email to registered attendees.WorkshopCo Creation+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
11 AMWorkshop: Navigating Scientific Publishing - International Focus (May 20 - Time EDT)WorkshopCo Creation+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventLength of workshop: 3.5 - 4 hoursWorkshopCo Creation+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventDescription: Current changes in scientific publishing are among the most radical in >350 years and the range of publishing options expanding. Publisher-owned journals often dominate and increasing Article Processing Charges and surging Open Access threaten to leave authors and institutions with few affordable options. These changes particularly penalize early career researchers who are more dependent on high profile - typically more expensive - journals for establishing careers. This online workshop will discuss strategies for navigating the increasingly complicated publishing landscape, and for being successful. Activities will seek opportunities for input on these and other options from participating researchers about their concerns and how they would like scientific publishing to evolve to better support them in the future.WorkshopCo Creation+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
9 PMNote: the content of this workshop is the same as the one being held at EDT. It is being given twice for time zone accessibility.WorkshopCo Creation+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
11 AMWorkshop: Diverse Careers Workshop for Students & Postdocs (May 20 - 10- EDT)WorkshopCo Creation+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventDiverse Careers Workshop - Which career is right for you?WorkshopCo Creation+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventIf you’ve ever felt unsure about which career path is right for you, come join us! In this workshop we’ll explore how to find the work that most energizes you, whether you’re drawn to fieldwork, data analysis, teaching, communication, or something else entirely. Through guided reflection and practical exercises, you’ll explore your core values and learn how to find fulfilling work that aligns with both your skills and what matters most to you.WorkshopCo Creation+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
1:30-2:30 PMNational Science Foundation (NSF) Directorate of Biology Information Session (May 20 - )PresentationKnowledge Transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
1:30-2:30 PMTime: EDTUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventThe National Science Foundation funds basic research in evolutionary biology and systematics, training of the next generation of evolutionary biologists, and broader impacts extending the reach of evolutionary research to benefit society. However, newer (and even experienced) scientists can find NSF’s numerous programs, detailed guidance, and merit review process to be a difficult landscape to navigate. In this informational session, NSF program officers will discuss new and ongoing programs and the merit review process (including Intellectual Merit and Broader Impacts), followed by an open-ended question and answer session. Breakout rooms will be available to discuss specific topics with program officers.TrainingSkill Building+
Format · Participant workTrainingGuided skill building where participants practice. Counts as participant work and learning transfer.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
4:30 PMHow Can Scientists Inform and Shape Public Policy? A Panel Discussion (May 20 - 3- EDT)PanelDeliberation+
Format · BroadcastPanelExperts discuss while the audience watches. Surfaces perspective but rarely creates participant work.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventThis panel brings together scientists with direct experience in policy advising, science communication, and public engagement to discuss practical pathways for involvement. Panelists will share lessons from their own careers, highlight opportunities for scientists at different stages, and explore how evolutionary perspectives can contribute to evidence-based decision-making. The discussion will offer concrete strategies and inspiration for those interested in extending the impact of their work beyond academia.PanelDeliberation+
Format · BroadcastPanelExperts discuss while the audience watches. Surfaces perspective but rarely creates participant work.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
9 PMWorkshop: Navigating Scientific Publishing - International Focus (May 20 - EDT)WorkshopCo Creation+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
11 amNote: This session is the same content as the session. It is being held twice for time zone accessibility.PresentationKnowledge Transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
12:30-1:30 pmWorkshop: Diverse Careers Workshop for PIS (May 21 - EDT)WorkshopCo Creation+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventWant to support your graduate students interested in careers beyond academia, but not sure where to start? Many advisors want to help students explore the full range of possibilities their degrees prepare them for, but are unsure how to give guidance when their own experiences have been mainly in academia. This workshop will give you practical, actionable strategies to expand your advising toolkit and become a more effective mentor for students interested in (or even just curious about) non-academic careers.WorkshopCo Creation+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventIn-Person Workshops/Special EventsWorkshopCo Creation+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventIn-person Workshops are held on Day 1 of the conference (June 20, 2026), or Days 2-5 during the 2 hour lunch window. Special Events, Meetings, and Mixers are held throughout the 5 days. Note: Some workshops have additional costs and have limited capacity. Sign up for in-person workshops can be done during main conference registration.WorkshopCo Creation+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventIn-Person Welcome Reception, Poster Sessions, and Closing BanquetOpening RemarksOrientation+
Format · BroadcastOpening RemarksFraming or welcome from the stage. Orients the room, not participatory.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventOPENING RECEPTION (JUN 20 - Eve)ReceptionRelationship Building+
Format · LogisticsReceptionA social or hospitality block. Pacing and informal connection, not participant work.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventEvening welcome reception with appetizers following the Gould Plenary.Opening RemarksOrientation+
Format · BroadcastOpening RemarksFraming or welcome from the stage. Orients the room, not participatory.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventPoster Session 1 (Jun 21 - Eve)Poster SessionShowcase+
Format · ShowcasePoster SessionPresenters display work; attendees browse and ask questions. Some interaction, not structured work.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventPoster presentations, cash bar and appetizers.Poster SessionShowcase+
Format · ShowcasePoster SessionPresenters display work; attendees browse and ask questions. Some interaction, not structured work.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventPoster Session 2 (Jun 23 - Eve)Poster SessionShowcase+
Format · ShowcasePoster SessionPresenters display work; attendees browse and ask questions. Some interaction, not structured work.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventThe Super Social will be held at the Great Lakes Science Center (GLSC) and includes dinner (NOTE: dinner will be served at the convention center, dessert will be served at the Science Center), socializing spaces, access to all floors and displays of the science center, and a DJ/dancefloor space.MealWellbeing+
Format · LogisticsMealA pacing block. Can carry unstructured networking, not scored as participant work.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventIn-Person WorkshopsWorkshopCo Creation+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventUndergraduate Community at Evolution (UCE) Career Development Workshop (Jun 20 - AM)WorkshopCo Creation+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
8:30 am - 1:00 pmLunch included for participants.MealWellbeing+
Format · LogisticsMealA pacing block. Can carry unstructured networking, not scored as participant work.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventNote: This workshop is for UCE awardees, however there are a few extra spots available just for the workshop, for interested undergraduates to sign up during registration.WorkshopCo Creation+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
9:00 am - 12:00 pmFee: $10 per personUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventAssociate and chief editors from a range of journals publishing evolutionary research, and journal managers will participate in the panel sessions, help facilitate active learning exercises, and be available for Q&A.PanelDeliberation+
Format · BroadcastPanelExperts discuss while the audience watches. Surfaces perspective but rarely creates participant work.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
9:30 amTime: - NoonUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventThe Storytelling Workshop is an interactive, hands-on experience designed to help participants develop their personal stories in a compelling and structured way. This 2.5-hour session will guide attendees through the core elements of storytelling, providing tools and techniques for crafting a narrative that engages and resonates with an audience.WorkshopCo Creation+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
10:00-12:30 pmOrganizer: NSF/April WrightUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
9 AM - 4 pmWriting effective science op-eds (Jun 20 - )UnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventDescription: Hosted by the Society for the Study of Evolution Public Policy Committee, this full day, hands-on workshop will introduce participants to the fundamentals of writing an op-ed that communicates scientific ideas to a broad public audience. Participants will learn strategies for framing scientific evidence for diverse readers and structuring compelling opinion pieces suitable for news outlets.WorkshopCo Creation+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventThroughout the day, participants will develop and draft an op-ed on a science topic of their choosing. The workshop will include presentations by facilitators, writing time, small group discussions, and opportunities to receive feedback from fellow participants and workshop facilitators. By the end of the workshop, each participant will leave with a strong draft and clear next steps for revising and submitting their piece for publication.WorkshopCo Creation+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventCost: $75, including lunchMealWellbeing+
Format · LogisticsMealA pacing block. Can carry unstructured networking, not scored as participant work.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
1:00 pm - 4:00 pmCost: $10 per personUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventAdditional participants: Associate and chief editors from a range of journals publishing evolutionary research, and journal managers will participate in the panel sessions, help facilitate active learning exercises, and be available for Q&A.PanelDeliberation+
Format · BroadcastPanelExperts discuss while the audience watches. Surfaces perspective but rarely creates participant work.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventThis workshop can be taken independently, or combined with Part 1.WorkshopCo Creation+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventDiverse Careers Workshop - Leveraging your degree for careers outside academia (Jun 20 - PM)WorkshopCo Creation+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventThis active and participatory workshop will guide graduate students and postdocs in exploring and planning their careers after graduate school or postdoctoral training. Through presentations and small group activities, you will learn about the many potential career avenues open to those trained in evolutionary biology and ecology. You’ll also learn the basics of building a professional network, how to identify the transferable skills you developed during your training, and have the opportunity to ask questions of biology PhDs who hold non-tenure-track jobs.WorkshopCo Creation+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventJoin us after the workshop for an informal networking event!WorkshopCo Creation+
Format · Participant workWorkshopParticipants work on a problem and produce something. The strongest signal of participation architecture.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventIn-Person Mixers, Networking & Special EventsNetworkingRelationship Building+
Format · LogisticsNetworkingUnstructured mixing. Can carry incidental connection, but is not scored as designed network work.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventThe international mixer is an opportunity for members from outside the US to connect, share experiences, and socialize. In this mixer we will have breakout rooms designed for 1) folks that are looking for tips and advice on how to pursue an academic career in the US, 2) folks looking to study evolution internationally (US-based attendees are welcome!), and 3) folks looking to connect with other International evolutionary biologists in and outside the USA. We are looking forward to hearing dozens of different accents!Opening RemarksOrientation+
Format · BroadcastOpening RemarksFraming or welcome from the stage. Orients the room, not participatory.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventThe SSE Graduate Student Advisory Council is organizing a coffee break for people who are attending the Evolution meeting without their lab group or advisor. The event is intended to provide networking for people who are "flying solo" at this year's meeting. You can indicate your interest in participating during main conference registration.NetworkingRelationship Building+
Format · LogisticsNetworkingUnstructured mixing. Can carry incidental connection, but is not scored as designed network work.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventPostdoc Fellowship Lunch (JUn 21 - LunchTIME)MealWellbeing+
Format · LogisticsMealA pacing block. Can carry unstructured networking, not scored as participant work.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventAre you a late-stage graduate student or postdoc thinking about applying for postdoc fellowships (for example, NSF Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Biology, NIH F32, Fulbright Scholarship, Marie Curie Fellowship, etc.) or a postdoc interested in sharing your experience with the application process? The SSE Graduate Student Advisory Committee (GSAC) will be coordinating lunches between interested postdocs and graduate students. Groups will meet for lunch at a restaurant of their choice near the convention center (note that cost will be covered by attendees). Please reach out to Shirley Zhang ([[email protected]](https://www.evolutionmeetings.org/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#284f5b494b684d5e47445d5c4147465b474b414d5c5106475a4f)) with any questions.MealWellbeing+
Format · LogisticsMealA pacing block. Can carry unstructured networking, not scored as participant work.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventNetworking mixer for neurodivergent people and their allies to develop a sense of community. Members of the SSE diversity committee will be present and open to receiving feedback regarding the meeting to help improve accessibility at future Evolution conferences. Snacks/tea/coffee will be provided.NetworkingRelationship Building+
Format · LogisticsNetworkingUnstructured mixing. Can carry incidental connection, but is not scored as designed network work.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventNetworking mixer for attendees from Primarily Undergraduate Institutions (PUI's).NetworkingRelationship Building+
Format · LogisticsNetworkingUnstructured mixing. Can carry incidental connection, but is not scored as designed network work.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
1:00 - 5:00 pmASN entrance meeting - June 20, 2025 ( )UnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
12:35 pm - 2:25 pmASN exit meeting - June 24, 2025 ( )UnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
1:00 - 5:00 pmSSB entrance meeting - June 20, 2025 ( )UnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
12:35 pm - 2:25 pmSSB exit meeting - June 24, 2025 ( )UnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
1:00 - 5:00 pmSSE entrance meeting - June 20, 2025 ( )UnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
12:35 pm - 2:25 pmSSE exit meeting - June 24, 2025 ( )UnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
8:30 am - 1:00 pmEntrance meeting - June 20, 2025 ( )UnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
12:30 pm - 2:25 pmExit meeting - June 23, 2025 ( )UnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventSystematic Biology - June 22, 2026 (lunchtime)MealWellbeing+
Format · LogisticsMealA pacing block. Can carry unstructured networking, not scored as participant work.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventThe American Naturalist - June 22, 2026 (lunchtime)MealWellbeing+
Format · LogisticsMealA pacing block. Can carry unstructured networking, not scored as participant work.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventEvolution - June 23, 2026 (lunchtime)MealWellbeing+
Format · LogisticsMealA pacing block. Can carry unstructured networking, not scored as participant work.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
all eventPreregistration not required. Lunch not included.MealWellbeing+
Format · LogisticsMealA pacing block. Can carry unstructured networking, not scored as participant work.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
1:30 - 2:25 pmSSE Members Open Forum - June 21, 2025 ( )UnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
1:30 - 2:25 pmASN Members Open Forum - June 21, 2025 ( )UnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
1:30 - 2:25 pmSSB Members Open Forum - June 21, 2025 ( )UnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisMediumRead from source
The Full Reading
Why It Ranks This Way +
Calibrated from GES design 52/100 and verified 51/100 with no fourth-loop cap.
Reader Takeaway. For a reader, this is a useful but still incomplete public example: it reads as an action-oriented convening, with the strongest visible signal in future-of-work fit and participation architecture and the biggest open question around follow through and problem specificity. The practical test is whether the published agenda connects the room to post-event continuation and evidence.
Strongest signals: Future-of-Work Fit, Participation Architecture, and Learning Transfer. Weakest signals: Follow Through, Personalization, and Problem Specificity.
How This Agenda Could Improve +
- Add named owners, dates, implementation checkpoints, and a visible post-event continuation path.
- Create role-based paths, prepared questions, tailored breakouts, or participant-specific next steps.
- Name the costly problem, decision, or performance target the gathering is meant to move.
Fastest next move: Add named owners, dated next steps, and a visible continuation path before treating the event as outcome-ready.
Role-Specific Reading +
Sponsor lens
Look beyond exposure. Strong sponsor value would show qualified interaction, problem work, buyer learning, customer evidence, or follow-up. The practical sponsor move is to look for structured introductions, buyer-seller fit, and relationship persistence.
Designer lens
The agenda is useful as a pattern sample from evolutionmeetings.org. Redesign attention should go first to the lowest-scoring pillars; in practice, turn the thinnest agenda blocks into participant work.
Executive lens
Treat the visible agenda as an operating plan. The executive move is to require owners, dates, and evidence before treating the event as strategic. If owners, proof, and follow-through are not visible, the public record does not yet prove strategic movement.
Aggregator lens
Treat the source URL as evidence, not decoration. The data-product move is to label the source boundary clearly before ranking the record before ranking or syndicating the record.
What GES Means Here +
The Gathering Effectiveness Score is a strict 0-100 public-evidence reading of the agenda across eight pillars. It rewards visible participant work, follow-through, transfer, network design, and proof mechanisms more than polish, speaker fame, attendance, or satisfaction.
Visible mechanisms: Participant work, Commitments, Feedback, Network design, Learning transfer.
Evidence boundary: Scores reflect visible agenda/source evidence and should not be read as proof of causal event impact.
Limitations, Score Caps, and Review Flags +
Limitations
- No baseline measurement is visible.
Score caps
- No fourth-loop score cap applied.
Review flags
- No tracking, validation, feedback, or impact measurement found in the visible source text.
- Original category was unknown; publication category is inferred.
Is this proof the event worked? +
No. This is a strict public-evidence reading of the agenda. Proof would require baseline, comparison, follow-up, attribution, and impact evidence beyond the listing.
What should a reader inspect first? +
Start with the source URL, then compare the eight pillar scores against the agenda rows. The biggest opportunities usually sit in follow-through, evidence maturity, and participant work.
Why publish weak records? +
Weak records are part of the map. They show where public agendas still describe sessions and speakers more often than outcomes, commitments, transfer, or proof.
How should I use the rows? +
Read the agenda rows as the visible design trace: formats, purposes, and evidence labels show what the public source made inspectable, not everything that happened in the room. This is a source-grounded interpretation of the public agenda record, not a copy of the source, and not an endorsement of the event.
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Compare this agenda against other Education / Training / Career events scored on the same eight pillars.