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Faiza Hafeez, Ph.D. Candidate, University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Photo courtesy of Faiza Hafeez
04 September 2025

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Faiza Hafeez | Faces of AOS

“Over the past few years, the AOS has become my primary scientific society and it has played a big role in my professional growth by providing me with a lot of skills as well as a forum to make meaningful contributions.”

Zachery Holmes, Ph.D. student at the University of Wyoming banding an adult male Peucaea aestivalis (Bachman’s Sparrow). Tall Timbers Research Station, Tallahassee, Florida. Photo courtesy of Zachery Holmes
24 April 2025

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Zachery Holmes | Faces of AOS

“I first presented at the AOS 2022 conference in Puerto Rico, where I was also a volunteer. From this one experience I saw how AOS fosters opportunities for scientists in every career stage, while addressing the barriers in our work.”

Akshit Suthar, Ph.D. Student, James C. Kennedy Waterfowl and Wetlands Conservation Center, Clemson University
26 February 2025

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Akshit Suthar | Faces of AOS

“I joined AOS to connect with a diverse community of scientists dedicated to bird conservation. AOS provides opportunities to engage with like-minded researchers, stay informed about advances in ornithology, and share my passion for waterbird research.”

Prashant Ghimire setting up a mist net against the stunning backdrop of the Himalayas in Himachal Pradesh, India.
Prashant Ghimire setting up a mist net against the stunning backdrop of the Himalayas in Himachal Pradesh, India.
12 November 2024

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Prashant Ghimire | Faces of AOS

“Through the AOS, I not only receive diverse opportunities but also learn about many aspects and issues in ornithology all over the world.”

Lauryn Benedict, Professor of Biological Sciences, University of Northern Colorado. Photo courtesy of the University of Northern Colorado
10 April 2024

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Lauryn Benedict | Faces of AOS

“I am glad to be part of an organization that is here for the birds, and also here for the people.”

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Tatjana Washington, Ph.D. student, University of Chicago
14 February 2024

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Tatjana Washington | Faces of AOS

“I needed to find and surround myself with people who have similar passions and research interests.”

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Morgan Tingley, Associate Professor, University of California, Los Angeles
29 August 2023

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Morgan Tingley | Faces of AOS

“AOS members care so much about the society, which makes participating in AOS incredibly rewarding.”

Meet Morgan

Kristen Ruegg, Associate Professor, Colorado State University
13 June 2023

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Kristen Ruegg | Faces of AOS

“I firmly believe that by working together as a community we can achieve our scientific and conservation goals more efficiently.”

Meet Kristen

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2022 AOS William Brewster Memorial Award winner Amanda Rodewald extracting a Green Jay (Cyanocorax yncas) from a net near Jardin, Colombia. Photo by G. Santos.
26 April 2023

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Amanda Rodewald | Faces of AOS

The AOS has been my “home” society since I was a graduate student. I enormously value the scientific, educational, and professional resources that AOS provides, but what is most important …

Lyn Brown
Lyn Brown, Ph.D. Candidate, Trent University
29 March 2023

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Lyn Brown | Faces of AOS

“I got involved with the AOS webinar committee because I was interested in making connections and sharing ornithology research and professional development skills with students.”
Meet Lyn

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