Description: REFLECTIONS ON BECOMING AN ECOLOGIST: Diverse motivations, challenges, and experiences Panelists: - Dr. Ariel Lugo, Director of the Institute of Tropical Forestry with the U.S. Forest Service in Puerto Rico (and 2018 ESA Plenary Speaker) - Dr. Laura Huenneke, Professor Emeritus at Northern Arizona University (and ESA President-Elect) - Dr. Nyeema Harris, Assistant Professor at University of Michigan (Vice Chair, ESA Black Ecologists Section) Our panel reflects a diversity of perspectives, gender, race and ethnicities, career stages and sectors. Menu - Hearts of Romaine Caesar Salad, Croutons, Shaved Parmesan & Caesar Dressing - Garlic Knots - Penne Simmered Bolognese Penne - Vegetable and Cheese Lasagna - Grilled Chicken Pomodoro Sauce - Tiramisu and Cannoli For more information: https://www.esa.org/esa/education-and-diversity/am/diversity-luncheon/