ASERA 55 Social Events

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Events for all Conference Attendees


The following events are open to all registered ASERA55 attendees, with the exception of those that has purchased a 1-day registration. All ASERA55 attendees that have purchased a full conference registration will be sent an email to confirm attendance at these events.

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Conference Welcome Reception*

All conference attendees are invited to join us for the ASERA55 Conference Welcome Reception.

This is an opportunity for attendees to meet informally and network before the beginning of the conference parallel presentations.

When: Tuesday 2nd July 2024 (catering will be provided)

Where: Massey University, Auckland Campus (Albany, New Zealand)

*Not included for those that have purchased a 1 day registration.

Conference Dinner*

All conference attendees are invited to join us for the ASERA54 Conference Dinner.

When: Thursday 4th July 2024

Where: Massey University, Auckland Campus (Albany, New Zealand)

*Not included for those that have purchased a 1 day registration.

Image: Chris McLennan / Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland



Events for Higher Degree by Research (HDR) and Early Career Researchers (ECRs) 



The following events are only open to those that have purchased full registration , and have had their Expression of Interest and/or registration for these events accepted by the ASERA Executive Board.


Event 1: Bi-Annual HDR/ECR Workshop


What is the Bi-Annual HDR/ECR Workshop?

  • Our HDR/ECR workshop runs every second year at the ASERA conference. 
  • This workshop is run by leading Science Education Research scholars, with the aim of supporting Higher Degree by Research (HDR) students and Early Career Researchers (ECRS) in their research/career journeys.
  • Past topics have included: developing a research track record, publishing, grant writing, career development, and collaboration/networking.
  • Our next workshop will run on Tuesday 2nd July 2024 at Massey University's Auckland Campus. Morning tea and lunch will be provided on the day.

Who are the ASERA55 HDR/ECR Workshop Facilitators?

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The names of our facilitators for the ASERA55 HDR/ECR workshop will be announced soon (watch this space!)

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The names of our facilitators for the ASERA55 HDR/ECR workshop will be announced soon (watch this space!)

Eligibility for the HDR/ECR Workshop

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To be eligible to attend the workshop, you must:

  • Be a current HDR or ECR,
  • Be attending ASERA55 (and have paid for full conference registration),
  • Have submitted an application to attend the workshop, and
  • Have had your application accepted

More information on the application process can be found below

Application Process for the HDR/ECR Workshop

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The Application process for the ASERA55 HDR/ECR Workshop will open in 2024. More information will be provided here in due course.

  1. Eligible ECRs and HDRs will be asked to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) [more information on the EOI process will be added here in due course]
  2. Once the EOI submission date closes, all EOIs will be considered by the ASERA ECR Representative (Reece Mills) and ASERA HDR Mentor (Jan van Driel).
  3. Participants will then be notified by email as to whether/not they have been accepted into the workshop.


Event 2: HDR/ECR Fireside Chat


What is the Annual HDR/ECR Fireside Chat?

  • Our HDR/ECR workshop runs every year at the ASERA conference. 
  • This is an informal gathering for HDRs/ECRs to network and share ideas with peers and two experienced science education academics about how to launch and maintain academic career.
  • Our next Fireside Chat will run on Wednesday 3rd July 2024 at Massey University's Auckland Campus (light supper will be provided).

Who are this year's Fireside Chat Facilitators?

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The names of our facilitators for the ASERA55 Fireside Chat will be announced soon (watch this space!)

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The names of our facilitators for the ASERA55 Fireside Chat will be announced soon (watch this space!)

Eligibility for the HDR/ECR Fireside Chat

To be eligible to attend the Fireside Chat, you must:

  • Be a current HDR or ECR,
  • Be attending ASERA55 (and have paid for full conference registration),
  • Have registered to attend the Fireside Chat by completing the registration form, and,
  • Have had your registration accepted via email.

More information on the registration process can be found below

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Registration process for the HDR/ECR Fireside Chat

The Registration process for the ASERA55 HDR/ECR Fireside Chat will open in 2024. More information will be provided here in due course.

  1. Eligible ECRs and HDRs will be asked to register their attendance by completing an online registration form [the  link to this form will be emailed to all eligible ECRs and HDRs attending ASERA55]
  2. Once the registration date closes, participants will then be notified by email as to whether/not they have been allocated a place in the HCR/ECR Fireside Chat.

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