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AFS Unit Leaders joined the AFS Officers and Executive Director for our spring 2026 Unit Leader Town Halls! The recordings for both sessions are below: Wednesday, March 25, 2026 Thursday,
The Peer Review ProcessWhy and How You Should Get Involved Live session was held and recorded on:April 1, 2026 For those who are new to scientific writing, peer review
Panelists: Jeff Kopaska – AFS Executive Director Gary Whelan – AFS President Marlis Douglas – AFS First Vice President
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Panelists: Jeff Kopaska – AFS Executive Director Marlis Douglas – AFS First Vice President Brent Nichols – AFS Second Vice President
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On April 22, 2025, AFS hosted an informal panel discussion featuring representatives of organizations who have advertised and filled numerous positions in the fisheries field over the past year. Panelists:
