The Ecological Research as Education Network (EREN) started as an NSF-funded Research Coordination Network in 2010 and continues today to facilitate collaborative, multi-site ecological projects that engage undergraduate students and faculty through research and teaching activities at a wide range of academic institutions. The EREN Virtual Mixer will provide an opportunity for EREN members and anyone else interested in EREN's mission to connect, socialize and hear updates on EREN's recent work. A short overview presentation will be followed by breakout groups and casual discussion.