Did you miss the inaugural GSA Capitol Hill Day? Join us for this webinar, which will provide a firsthand account of the event, where GSA members actively engaged with policymakers to advocate for the critical role of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in supporting the health and aging research ecosystem.

Hosted by the Generativity Interest Group, this webinar examines the significance of mentoring as we move into the next chapter in the field. Three panelists who have dedicated their careers to mentoring emerging scholars are joined by their mentees to reflect on this important work. This webinar is part of GSA’s Founders Day recognition.

2025 marks the 80th anniversary of GSA, offering a timely moment to reflect on the origins and rich history of the field of gerontology. This webinar offers the GSA community a unique opportunity to reflect on the field’s lasting impact and collaboratively envision the future of gerontology as we continue to navigate an ever-evolving landscape.

Join us for an engaging virtual gathering featuring a panel of GSA Student Officers moderated by Faculty Advisor Dr. Keith Kleszynski, Assistant Professor of Research, Reynolds Section of Geriatrics, Department of Medicine, University of Oklahoma. Topics will include: Best practices and strategies for success, Challenges and Successes of Student Chapters, and Chapter Events. This gathering will also provide time to connect with fellow Student Chapter members from around the world. GSA Student Chapters play a crucial role in advancing students’ professional development in education, research, advocacy, policy, and aging-related sciences.

Panelists will discuss: How they use AI in their classrooms and practice, platforms used and drawbacks, benefits to students and faculty of using AI, how AI will impact education and practice, differences in using AI for undergraduate vs. graduate courses, guardrails and tips, and much more!

In advance of GSA’s Capitol Hill Day on April 29-30, this webinar demystifies advocacy for health and aging research, providing practical insights for individuals passionate about supporting health and aging research at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the National Institute on Aging (NIA).

In celebration of Careers in Aging Month, we are excited to announce the kickoff of our 2025 Career Conversations series with a professional development session focused on team building. Many of us collaborate and work as part of teams and organizations, but what happens when we find ourselves in the leadership seat? This event will provide insights, stories, tips, and strategies to develop your research team successfully.

This webinar will feature three recent Health Sciences Section Award recipients. You will learn about their careers and their prestigious awards—just in time for the 2025 Award Call for Nominations, now open through March 31. The award recipients talk about their backgrounds and how GSA and the Health Sciences Section have played a role in their professional development.  They will offer advice to aspiring award recipients and share how receiving their award has bolstered their careers. This webinar will hopefully encourage you to nominate yourself or a colleague!

Just in time! Section leader nominations are open through April 8, and this program will demystify this service role and show you why you should submit your nomination. The webinar will outline the responsibilities of Health Sciences Section Officer positions and review eligibility and the nomination process. Each HS Officer will then talk more in-depth about their responsibilities and time commitments, as well as why they submitted their nomination, how their leadership involvement has advanced their careers, and what their initial hesitations were about submitting their nomination and how they overcame them.

If you’re interested in learning how you can make policy impacts on the federal level, this webinar is for you! On Feb. 24 at 12:30 PM ET, join a panel of senior policy advocates and experts who will give you the resources you need for success! This discussion with expert aging policy advocates will give you the tips and tools you need to interact with members of Congress and their staff to advance public policy.