This workshop focuses on geophysical research on the solid Earth, cryosphere, oceans, atmosphere, and even other planets. It provides an opportunity to learn about cutting edge science, engage with other members of the community, and expand technical skills.
The workshop is sponsored by the the U.S. National Science Foundation, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and U.S. Geological Survey. EarthScope operates the NSF Geodetic Facility for the Advancement of Geoscience (GAGE) and the NSF Seismological Facility for the Advancement of Geoscience (SAGE).
Format
The workshop will be held in-person with no virtual component.
All meeting attendees will be required to adhere to the EarthScope Code of Conduct.
Workshop Leadership
Science Planning Committee
- Aditya Kar, Ft. Valley State University
- Bill Holt, Stony Brook University
- Franz Meyer, University of Alaska Fairbanks
- Tolulope Olugboji, University of Rochester
EarthScope Planning Contacts
- Gillian Haberli, EarthScope Consortium
- Krystin Poitra, EarthScope Consortium
Questions? Please contact workshop@earthscope.org for more information.
Sunday, May 18, 2025 – Short Courses
Monday, May 19, 2025 – Full Day Workshop
Tuesday, May 20, 2025 – Full Day Workshop
Wednesday, May 21, 2025 – Full Day Workshop
Free half- and whole-day short courses will be offered Sunday May 18, 2025—the day before the main workshop begins.
Once registration opens, you will be able to register for short courses during the regular workshop registration process. Short courses are concurrent, so you can only sign up for one. Space is limited—please only sign up if you actually plan to attend. If you decide at a later date you would like to register for a short course, contact workshop@earthscope.org.
Venue
The Workshop will be held at the Radisson Blu Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota
2100 Killbrew Drive
Bloomington, MN 55425
952-314-5116
Booking Information
EarthScope has secured a block of rooms at the Radisson Blu.
Room Rate: $185/night (single/double occupancy), $205/night (triple/quadruple occupancy). Rates are not inclusive of a 16.025% applicable taxes.
Hotel Cut-off date is April, 25, 2025. You can make your reservation by calling: 952-314-5116 and mentioning group code: 2025 SAGE/GAGE Workshop, or by using the online hotel reservation link.
Check-in: 3:00pm local time.
Check-out: 12:00pm local time.
Airport/Transportation
The nearest airport is Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), which is about 5 miles from the host hotel.
The Radisson offers a daily complimentary shuttle that runs from 5:00am-11:00pm local time. Shuttles run every 30 minutes, at the top and bottom of the hour. Once at the airport, please call 952-314-5116 to alert the driver of your arrival. Please make a reservation with the front desk 24 hours prior to your departure date/time. Space per shuttle is limited.
Local Information
There is direct access to Mall of America by skyway, with dozens of dining experiences, ranging from fast food to high-class restaurants, with up to 500 stores available for shopping, and several attractions, all located just a few steps from our meeting space.
Parking
Radisson Blu charges for parking.