ZAGFIG Pulse Forum

ZAGFIG Pulse Forum

Wednesday April 17, 3-5pm ET / 12-2pm PT

We are pleased to announce our 3rd annual Visitor Studies Association’s (VSA)  Zoo, Aquarium, and Garden Focused Interest Group  (ZAGFIG) virtual Pulse Forum on April 17th from 3:00-5:00 PM EST! 

The Pulse Forum is an opportunity for Zoo, Aquarium, and Garden professionals who are interested in evaluation to come together ahead of VSA's annual conference to get a finger on the pulse of current trends of our community in a more informal space.

This Pulse Forum is open to evaluators, educators, exhibit developers, designers, marketing professionals, planners, academics, and directors who share a passion for improving the quality of visitor experiences in zoos, aquariums, and public gardens. Across cultural institutions and fields, all are welcome to attend and submit proposals; this year’s Pulse Forum will be free for VSA Members. There will be a $5 registration fee for Non-Members.   

Proposal submissions are open now through March 8th. Though not mandatory, proposals aligning with VSA’s 2024 theme of “Redefining Visitor Studies” will be given additional consideration – how is your practice shifting to advance quality and equity in your work? How is your work evolving within the context of the communities you serve? 

To submit a proposal, fill out the brief form below. ZAGFIG Co-chairs will be in touch by mid-March with decisions and next steps for selected presenters.

Proposal submission link: https://forms.gle/xTVSuHLqw8VnbVMZ7