Disclaimer: This is just a small preview of the many other exciting events planned for GA!
The annual EGU General Assembly is upon us once again, beckoning geodesy enthusiasts to Vienna for a convergence of scientific exchange and networking. Embracing a hybrid conference format, EGU ensures accessibility for both in-person and virtual attendees. From traditional oral and poster presentations to dynamic Pico sessions, alongside an array of networking opportunities and short courses, EGU offers a platform for collaboration and informal exchange, particularly beneficial for early career scientists (ECS). I hear you saying, “Yes, yes… we know that by now”, but there might be a fresh new attendee there somewhere! So, whether you’re attending in person or virtually, there’s something for everyone.
Division events
Geodesy Division Meeting
When: Wednesday, April 23rd, 12:00-13:00 (CEST)
Where: It will again be held online during the week before EGU. You can find it in the EGU geodesy programme as DM9. Everyone with a Copernicus ID can participate, also without registration for the GA. The Zoom link will become available 15 minutes before the meeting.
What to expect: Afterwards, we will stay online a bit longer in case you want to ask questions or make suggestions to the Geodesy Division Team.
ECS Pre-GA Icebreaker (G, GD, ST and PS Divisions)
When: Sun, 27 Apr, 15:00 – 18:30 (CEST)
Where: CopaBeach (just a few minutes away from the ACV). Coordinates: 48.2315, 16.4105
What to expect: Attending the EGU General Assembly for the first time? Want to get to know other early career scientists from your discipline or taste the interdisciplinary nature of geosciences? Then join us for the pre-GA Icebreaker organized jointly by Geodesy (G), Geodynamics (GD), Solar-Terrestrial Sciences (ST), and Planetary and Solar System Sciences (PS) division ECS Representatives. We plan to go to the EGU Opening Reception at the conference venue (ACV) afterwards. EGU Opening Reception starts at 18:30.
Geodesy Fika
When: Mon, 28 Apr, 10:15–10:45 (CEST)
Where: EGU networking zone – terrace G (purple level)
What to expect: It’s a social gathering for Geodesy Early Career Scientists! Join us for the first coffee break at EGU25. We are looking forward to meeting you and hearing from you about your expectations from us, the ECS team, and GA25.
Early Career Scientists Geodesy Dinner
When: Mon, 28 Apr, starts at 19:30 (CEST)
Where: Information will be sent to those who registered. If you’d like to participate, please register here.
Geodesy for Everyone – An Open Discussion on Advancing EDI
When: Tue, 29 Apr, 15:45–16:15 (CEST)
Where: EGU networking zone – terrace G (purple level)
What to expect: Join us for an informal coffee break chat about equity, diversity, and inclusion in geodesy. Bring your thoughts, questions, and curiosity – everyone’s welcome!
Meet the Geodesy Division Team
When: Wed, 30 Apr, 10:15-10:45 (CEST)
Where: EGU Booth in the poster area
Come around to chat with us. There will be good coffee available, too. 🙂
What to expect: Would you like to meet the team behind activities related to Geodesy? Maybe you would like to understand more about how you can get involved with EGU Geodesy. Well, this is the perfect chance to come and say hi!
Geodesy 101: A brief introduction for non-geodesists
When: Wed, 30 Apr, 12:45-13:45 (CEST)
Where: Room -2.62 (purple level) & online
What to expect: This 60-minute short course is part of a quintet of introductory 101 courses on Geodesy, Geodynamics, Geology, Seismology, and Tectonic Modelling. All courses are led by experts who aim to make complex Earth science concepts accessible to non-experts. We promise that we won’t show too many equations, so it’s perfect for anyone who is a newcomer in this field. Interested in more 101 short courses? Want to learn more about tectonics and geology? Check out our Geodesy plan below to see the details.
Medal Lectures
Vening Meinesz Medal Lecture by René Forsberg and G Division Outstanding ECS Award Lecture by Matthias Schartner
Thu, 01 Apr, 19:00–20:00 (CEST), Room K1 (and online)
https://meetingorganizer.copernicus.org/EGU25/session/54393
Geodesy schedule for GA25. Credit: Rebekka Steffan
Union-wide events
How to navigate EGU: tips and tricks
When: Mon, 28 Apr, 10:45–12:30 (CEST)
Where: Room -2.62
What to expect: Are you unsure about how to bring order to the extensive program of the General Assembly? Are you wondering how to tackle this week of science and outreach? Then this is the short course for you!
https://meetingorganizer.copernicus.org/EGU25/session/53307
Are you a first-timer at GA and feeling overwhelmed? Don’t know how to navigate at the conference centre and in Vienna? Then, why not consider checking out this EGU Webinar “How to Prepare for the General Assembly”? Also, check out this blog post and set up your EGU profile and things you want on your name badge!
Mentor-Mentee Meet Up
When: Tue, 29 Apr, 12:45–13:45 (CEST)
Where: Rooftop Foyer
What to expect: Are you a mentee or a mentor? Here is the perfect chance to catch up with your mentor/mentee! If you need some insight into the mentoring scheme, check out our recent blog post where we talk about experiences and perspectives.
ECS Networking Reception
When: Tue, 29 Apr, 18:00–19:30 (CEST)
Where: Rooftop Foyer
What to expect: There is no registration and you are all invited to join the reception, where we have a chance to connect to ECSs from other divisions!
Do you want to know more about how to network at GA25? Check out this blog post on GeoLog.
ECS Forum: Have your say!
When: Thu, 01 May, 12:45–13:45 (CEST)
Where: Room 3.16/17
What to expect: We would like to get your feedback!
Right. Now that we have shared the Geodesy social events and some highlights, do not forget to add them to your programme (here is how to). In case you are curious about who we (G ECS team) are or simply don’t know who to contact, you feel a bit lost and overwhelmed about all the activities and need some guidance, check out our blog post for point of contact
We are looking forward to seeing many of you in Vienna!
Geodesy ECS team
