Are you new to the OB Division and wondering how to find your footing? Not sure how to navigate AOM, connect with the right people, or figure out where your research fits in? You're not alone — and we've got you covered.
Join us for an interactive forum designed specifically for members who have joined the OB Division within the last three years. Come ready to ask questions, meet fellow new members, and get an insider's look at the OB Division and everything AOM has to offer.
Here's what to expect:
- A warm welcome and overview of the OB Division — its scope, structure, and can't-miss events at AOM
- A fun icebreaker to help you connect with other new members
- A candid panel discussion with established OB scholars who've been in your shoes
- Intimate roundtable conversations with our panelists, where you can dig deeper and ask your burning questions
We're thrilled to welcome an outstanding group of panelists:
- Dr. Oscar Holmes IV — Professor, Rutgers University-Camden
- Dr. Catherine Kleshinski — Assistant Professor, Indiana University
- Dr. Martin Kilduff — Professor, University College London
- Dr. Enrica Ruggs — Associate Professor, University of Houston
- Dr. Laurens Steed — Assistant Professor, University of Cincinnati
Come with your questions. Leave with your people.
· Date & Time: Friday, July 31, 2026 · 8:00–10:00am EST
· Location: Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Level 4, Franklin 2
· Please register here: Registration Link
This is a unique opportunity to connect, learn, and influence. We can’t wait to see you there!
On behalf of the OB Division’s Making Connections Committee,
Bailey Bigelow, University of Utah
Tobias Blay, University of Goettingen
Marla L. White, Virginia Tech
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Marla White
Assistant Professor
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg VA
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