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lights, camera... take action!
The 2021 AAZK national conference will focus on the modern keeper's growing set of skills. keepers are no longer just expected to clean and feed their animals- they have to know how to train their animals for non-invasive medical procedures, be a scientist and researcher, hand-raise delicate endangered species, and be the voice for their zoo. In a world where animal activism, global warming and habitat destruction are at an all-time high, keepers need to feel empowered to step up and TAKE ACTION!
AAZK CONFERENCE STATEMENT
AAZK National Conference - Los Angeles CA
August 29, 2021 - September 2, 2021
While the worldwide Covid-19 Pandemic rages around all of us, AAZK is attempting to finalize the model of learning that will be the AAZK Conference in 2021. At this moment in time, restrictions on public assembly in the state of California would cause the cancelation of the 2021 event. For this reason AAZK is planning for a virtual event with hopes that with vaccination rollout and relaxation of public gatherings forecast in the future may present the opportunity for AAZK to actually offer a hybrid learning event, a combination of in-person meetings and presentations with distance learning via a digital educational platform.
With the scheduled conference being 7 months in the future, AAZK is balancing what is known against the unknown and planning for both, with the strong desire to present an educational forum for our membership in uncertain times and to bring back a sense of professional normalcy. Where this will lead AAZK is to a tripping point in the near future where a final decision must be made so that all efforts can be shifted to producing a successful and educational program for the membership.
Stayed tuned to this venue with an eye towards AAZK Social Media outlets for more information on the National Conference in 2021.
August 29, 2021 - September 2, 2021
While the worldwide Covid-19 Pandemic rages around all of us, AAZK is attempting to finalize the model of learning that will be the AAZK Conference in 2021. At this moment in time, restrictions on public assembly in the state of California would cause the cancelation of the 2021 event. For this reason AAZK is planning for a virtual event with hopes that with vaccination rollout and relaxation of public gatherings forecast in the future may present the opportunity for AAZK to actually offer a hybrid learning event, a combination of in-person meetings and presentations with distance learning via a digital educational platform.
With the scheduled conference being 7 months in the future, AAZK is balancing what is known against the unknown and planning for both, with the strong desire to present an educational forum for our membership in uncertain times and to bring back a sense of professional normalcy. Where this will lead AAZK is to a tripping point in the near future where a final decision must be made so that all efforts can be shifted to producing a successful and educational program for the membership.
Stayed tuned to this venue with an eye towards AAZK Social Media outlets for more information on the National Conference in 2021.
second Call for Paper & Poster Abstracts for the
2021 AAZK National Conference
46th Annual AAZK National Conference
Los Angeles, California
August 29 – September 2, 2021
Conference Theme: “Lights, Camera… Take Action!”
Call for Papers and Posters
The AAZK Professional Development Team is pleased to announce the call for papers and posters for the 2021 AAZK National Conference hosted by the Los Angeles AAZK Chapter. The deadline for submission of abstracts for Papers and Posters is May 1, 2021. Authors will be notified regarding acceptance by June 1, 2021.
How to Submit Your Abstract for Consideration:
You may also email PDC@aazk.org for a direct link to the Google Form, or visit the conference website for more information at https://www.aazk2021.org/ *If you do not use the Google Form application, your abstract will not be reviewed.
Papers
Authors will be allowed 15 minutes for a presentation with five minutes of Q & A immediately following. If accepted, you may be scheduled to present your paper in the main ballroom, or you may be scheduled to present your paper during a concurrent, themed paper session which may have a more intimate setting.
Posters
Posters will be on display throughout the Conference with a dedicated Author Session scheduled for the evening of August 31st. Prior to the Author Session, posters will be judged by members of the AAZK Professional Development Team on criteria such as adherence to the conference theme, innovation, and poster layout and organization. Certificates will be awarded to the top three highest scoring posters during the Conference Awards Ceremony immediately following the Poster Author Session.
Any questions should be directed to PDC@aazk.org with ATTN: Paper or Poster as part of the email subject.
Los Angeles, California
August 29 – September 2, 2021
Conference Theme: “Lights, Camera… Take Action!”
Call for Papers and Posters
The AAZK Professional Development Team is pleased to announce the call for papers and posters for the 2021 AAZK National Conference hosted by the Los Angeles AAZK Chapter. The deadline for submission of abstracts for Papers and Posters is May 1, 2021. Authors will be notified regarding acceptance by June 1, 2021.
How to Submit Your Abstract for Consideration:
- Submitting a Paper? CLICK HERE
- Submitting a Poster? CLICK HERE
You may also email PDC@aazk.org for a direct link to the Google Form, or visit the conference website for more information at https://www.aazk2021.org/ *If you do not use the Google Form application, your abstract will not be reviewed.
Papers
Authors will be allowed 15 minutes for a presentation with five minutes of Q & A immediately following. If accepted, you may be scheduled to present your paper in the main ballroom, or you may be scheduled to present your paper during a concurrent, themed paper session which may have a more intimate setting.
Posters
Posters will be on display throughout the Conference with a dedicated Author Session scheduled for the evening of August 31st. Prior to the Author Session, posters will be judged by members of the AAZK Professional Development Team on criteria such as adherence to the conference theme, innovation, and poster layout and organization. Certificates will be awarded to the top three highest scoring posters during the Conference Awards Ceremony immediately following the Poster Author Session.
Any questions should be directed to PDC@aazk.org with ATTN: Paper or Poster as part of the email subject.
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