Registration is now open for the 2026 Confluence Workshop Series on Thursday, April 9, the day before Confluence!
We’re hosting three workshops designed for students, early‑career professionals, and anyone interested in conservation, research communication, and community‑engaged work.
Registration closes Thursday, April 2.
Questions? Email katherine.joles@oregonstate.edu. We hope to see you there!
Legislative Strategies for Wildlife Conservation
10:00–11:30 AM | Peavy 315
Hosted by the Oregon Chapter of The Wildlife Society. Learn how ideas become laws, how to advocate for conservation, and how to communicate effectively with policymakers.
The workshop will start with a 15 minute crash course of the Oregon legislature in the context of conservation, followed by a longer discussion with a panel of experts about tangible entries to policy work. We will have coffee and light breakfast snacks!
What Happens Next? Exploring Research Outputs Beyond the Thesis
1:30-3:00 PM | Peavy 210
This session highlights opportunities for translating graduate research into public‑facing outputs beyond traditional academic publications. A panel of practitioners working in storytelling, community‑engaged scholarship, and related fields will share their experiences, followed by breakout discussions. Snacks and beverages will be available.
Beyond the Classroom: Roundtable with OSU Extension
3:30-5:00 PM | Tentatively Peavy 129
(final location emailed to registrants)
Hosted by the Forestry Graduate Student Council, this roundtable connects graduate students with OSU Extension professionals whose work bridges research and community impact. Speakers include Emily Jane Davis, Jason O’Brien, Priya Rajarapu, and Lorelle Sherman.