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Student-focused Meeting

February 21, 2025

Opening remarks

9:00 am

Welcome remarks from Dr. Cristofre Martin (Chair of Biology, Ecology and Conservation).

Plenaries

9:10 am

Join us for two engaging plenary sessions led by distinguished speakers who will share insights on key conservation topics. Speaker details will be announced soon!

"Break" the ice

10:00 am

Kick things off with fun icebreaker games while enjoying delicious refreshments and pastries provided by our sponsors, Varsity and The Grind.

Lightning talks #1

10:30 am

Four 5-minute student talks with a static slide followed by a 5 to 10-minute question period for all session speakers. Targeted towards a general, non-specialized audience. 

Break

11:00 am

10-minute break

Fireside chats

11:10 am

Students from each institution put their chosen faculty member in the hot seat for a 10-minute Q&A segment. 

Lightning talks #2

11:30 am

Four 5-minute student talks with a static slide followed by a 5 to 10-minute question period for all session speakers. Targeted towards a general, non-specialized audience. 

Lunch

12:00 pm

BBQ lunch at Marine Station

Roundtable: Island connection and challenges

1:00 pm

This session explores the shared and unique challenges faced by students and faculty working in the field of conservation in Grenada and Newfoundland. Participants will discuss how island-specific factors, including ecological, social, and cultural contexts, influence conservation efforts. By comparing experiences, we aim to foster a deeper understanding of how geographical and institutional settings shape conservation strategies and collaboration opportunities.

Break

1:30 pm

Walk to Container Park.

Mix and mingle: Game on!

1:40 pm

Join us at Varsity in Container Park for a lively afternoon of networking, idea-sharing, and connection-building in a relaxed atmosphere. Put your competitive spirit to the test with our Inter-Island Tournament featuring games like Jumbo Jenga, Hopscotch, and Ring Toss. Participants are responsible for their own expenses. Come ready to play and connect!

Closing remarks

2:50 pm

Closing remarks from Cristofre Martin.

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