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Explorer President’s Column By Charles Sternbach

Everything is Possible

A magic moment for me happened last year at the Division of Professional Affairs Heritage Luncheon at ACE in Houston. An actor portraying Wallace Pratt read from Pratt’s writing and told a large packed room that “Everything is possible, anything is possible.” In that time and place we believed.

Added on 01 June, 2018

Explorer Director’s Corner By David Curtiss

Endings and New Beginnings

As ACE drew to a close, everyone – from our organizing committee to our staff – took great pride in delivering an excellent event for everyone who attended. There is joy in success, and perhaps a bit of sorrow that after all that effort, it’s over so soon.

Added on 01 June, 2018

Explorer Article By Ken Milam

Tomorrow's Energy Geoscientists and the Coming War for Talent

Who are the “future energy geoscientists” and in what kind of professional world will they work? Veteran petroleum geologist and organizational leader Chandler Wilhelm envisions a changing industry that will require different skills and provide new and different opportunities for young professionals and students beginning to choose their career paths.

Added on 01 June, 2018

Explorer Article By Brian Ervin

A Look Back at ACE 2018

This year’s AAPG Annual Convention and Exhibition in Salt Lake City, Utah, has come and gone, and it was another yearly gathering packed with cutting-edge geoscience content, educational and professional development, reunions between old friends and colleagues for industry veterans, as well as networking opportunities for students and young professionals.

Added on 01 June, 2018

Explorer Emphasis Article By Emily Llinás

Guyana Exploration Opportunities Draw Industry-wide Interest

Described as a “hidden gem,” Guyana’s deepwater potential is a winning “lottery ticket” that could transform the nation.

Added on 01 June, 2018

Events Blog By Grant Smith

Download the AAPG Events App

Available for both iOS and Android devices, the AAPG Events App allows you access to all the conference information and details in the palm of your hand. Download for free today!

Added on 09 May, 2018

Explorer Foundation Update By Gretchen Flint

The Legacy Mission: Supporting Geoscience

There is a great deal of consideration that goes into establishing a lasting legacy. Donors want to support efforts that are meaningful to them. Families want their loved ones to be remembered for life-long achievements. Finding the right purpose and the right intent is very similar to going on a mission.

Added on 01 May, 2018

Explorer President’s Column By Charles Sternbach

The Golden Age of Super Basins

I was pleased to serve as the organizer, general chair and creator of the AAPG Global Super Basins Leadership Conference. I will remember it as a highlight of my year as AAPG president and my entire career. I would like to share a few observations resulting from this conference.

Added on 01 May, 2018

Explorer Director’s Corner By David Curtiss

Homeward Bound to ACE in Salt Lake City

It had been a long and arduous journey. A journey of a thousand miles and more from the banks of the Mississippi across the grasslands and the badlands of the North American continent. By horse and by wagon they traveled. Most, however, made the journey on foot, step by step, pushing their worldly possessions ahead of them on primitive handcarts – a back- breaking feat of stamina and persistence..

Added on 01 May, 2018

Explorer Article By Marty Hewitt

Dues Increase: Some Financial Background

By now you are well aware of the dues increase that will take place for fiscal year 2019. Although the Executive Committee is very sensitive to the fact that nobody likes to see the dues amount increase, the reality is that we have little choice.

Added on 01 May, 2018

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Affiliated Societies

The House of Delegates of the AAPG is made up of delegates from affiliated societies and international regions throughout the world. They are selected by popular vote from within their respective areas and serve a three year term.

Who Is My Delegate?

NOTE: Membership in an affiliated society does not necessarily constitute membership in the AAPG and vice versa.

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