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Student programs at CANVAS

We invite you to CANVAS 2025

CANVAS 2025 will take place November 9-12, 2025, in Salt Lake City, Utah. CANVAS, formerly the ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting, is where Crop, Agronomic, Environmental, and Soil Sciences connect and inspire change to impact scientific advancement.

CANVAS is a great opportunity for students to get involved, collaborate, attend career workshops and sessions, network with industry professionals, and present your research, all while having fun with your peers. Get inspired for the next step in your academic and professional career!

Undergraduate students

The undergraduate experience at CANVAS features a special program of contests, networking, social activities, an awards banquet, and tours. 

The SASES program is developed by the National Officers, advisors, and committees. This is a unique opportunity to experience a scientific conference, present research and compete, meet other undergrads beyond your university, and network with prospective employers.

Click on links below to learn more about contest opportunities. Unless noted, submissions close: Oct. 1, 2025.

  • Undergraduate registration covers admission to all SASES programs, including the Student Keynote Social and the SASES Awards Dinner.
  • As registered attendees, you receive admission to all ASA, CSSA, and SSSA professional sessions and non-ticketed functions.
  • Registration does not include SASES tour/s.
View the SASES program
Undergraduate information for CANVAS

Graduate students

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The graduate experience at CANVAS is developed by the ACS Graduate Student Committee, and includes several exciting programs: special sessions, workshops, and even a graduate-exclusive tour. 

Curious about what goes on behind the scenes? Join the committee Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025 for their morning meeting! There will be endless opportunities for graduate students to learn and explore at CANVAS.

The 2025 Graduate Student Committee presents the following sessions for all graduate students at CANVAS 2025

  • CANVAS information session for first-time attendees: make the most of your experience
  • Graduate student networking session
  • Life after Graduate school: Transitioning from Graduate school to Early Career
  • Expanding opportunities to diverse career paths
  • Leveling Up: Preparing for Your Next Career Move
  • Graduate student Committee Meeting: open to all Graduate student members

The Graduate Student Leadership Conference takes place on Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025. This dynamic one-day event is designed to enhance your leadership potential and expand your professional connections in agronomy, crop, soil, and environmental science.

Workshop: Start the day off with an interactive half-day workshop. Participants will hone their communication and presentation skills and learn how to effectively convey the “so what” of their scientific research, whether their future is in academia, non-profits, or industry. This is your place to learn the ins and outs of giving compelling scientific presentations for a variety of audiences.

Lunch: Dine and network with Society Fellows and standout early career professionals in agronomy, crop, and soil science.

Networking: Network with peers and professionals in a guided session to find your future friends, colleagues, and research partners. Make deeper connections in the unstructured networking time that follows.

Keynote: Listen to a keynote panel of recently graduated Early Career members from each Society. This is your chance to ask those burning questions – How do I get a job after graduating? How exactly do you write a grant? – from those who just went through it (and succeeded!)

Learn moreabout the Graduate Student Leadership Conference

View the graduate program
Graduate student competitions

Student tours & workshops

The SASES Officers, advisors, and committees, and the ACS Graduate Student Committee coordinate tours for their respective students each year at CANVAS. Visit the tours page for the complete listing of tours and workshops you can add to your CANVAS experience. 

Abstract submissions

  • Abstract submissions closed on July 8, 2025 

Graduate and Undergraduate Keynote Social

Start your CANVAS experience with a night of networking and excitement!

Join us Sunday evening (Nov. 9) in the Marriott Ballroom, immediately following the ACS Keynote and reception. Connect with your fellow students, make new friends, and keep the energy going with a live DJ, dancing, and plenty of fun.

  • One complimentary drink ticket per attendee (first come, first served).

Looking to connect with peers your age? Head to the designated tables and start the conversation!
 

Career fair

On Tuesday, November 11, from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM in the Exhibit Hall, immerse yourself in a world of opportunities with leading employers and universities. Whether you're looking to kickstart your career or advance to the next level, the Career Fair is your gateway to success. Engage face-to-face with companies and academic institutions; discover internships, full-time positions, and educational pathways tailored to your aspirations. Don't miss the chance to connect, network, and chart your course in agronomy, crop, and soil sciences. Your next big opportunity awaits!

Add the Career Fair to your personalized program here. 

Career Fair and job postings at CANVAS

Student Scavenger Hunt

Check out the CANVAS app to participate in an exclusive students-only scavenger hunt. Connect with your fellow meeting attendees, interact with exhibitors, and explore various events to earn points. The more you participate, the better your chance of taking home the prize! 

Participants with the highest scores will be entered in a prize drawing on Tuesday afternoon in the Exhibit Hall.

  • Attendees will need to download the CANVAS app prior to attending to access registration links, have access to all session activities, learn about happenings, and push notifications. 
     

Membership discount and travel assistance

The registration rate for student members is less than student non-members. As an undergraduate or graduate student, you can join one, two, or all three societies for the same price. Save hundreds by joining and then registering for the meetings. Sign up for membership today!

The Societies also offer some travel awards to assist those with limited funding to attend. Learn more on our travel information page.

 

 

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