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| Harvard University Where: Boylston Hall When: October 3, 2009 Time: 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Register here >> |
National Geographic Headquarters Where: Grosvenor Auditorium When: October 31, 2009 Time: 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Register here >> Open to students attending universities in Washington, D.C., including American, Catholic, Georgetown, George Washington, and Howard Universities. |
There are no fees associated with this workshop. Advance registration is required and space is limited, so register early!
These workshops introduce National Geographic Young Explorer grantees—as well as National Geographic explorers, conservationists, and researchers—to students interested in pursuing grants from National Geographic to support their research or project.
Workshop Activities
- Welcome Reception: Check-in and light breakfast
- Morning Session: Introduction to National Geographic and its role in supporting exploration, research, and conservation. Outstanding young explorer grantees will present their projects and their future plans in the field. The morning panel will offer advice on the elements of a good grant application and why many applications miss the mark.
- Lunch: With students, National Geographic grantees, and staff
- Afternoon Idea Pitch Session: Time to share ideas for field projects in breakout groups with National Geographic grantees and staff
- Evening Lecture Presentation at Harvard University: Join National Geographic explorers and photographers for a memorable evening presentation on Saturday, October 3 at 8:00 pm in The Mineral Hall.
- Evening Lecture Presentation at National Geographic Headquarters: Join National Geographic explorers and photographers for a memorable evening presentation on Friday, October 30 at 8:00 pm in Grosvenor Auditorium.
Participants
- Dr. John Francis, Vice President, Research, Conservation, and Exploration, National Geographic Society
- Rebecca Martin, Director, Expeditions Council, National Geographic Society
- National Geographic Grant Program Officers
- National Geographic Grant Committee Members
- National Geographic Young Explorer Grantees
- National Geographic Society Research, Conservation, and Exploration Grantees
- Students
