The Ohio Valley Entomological Association

The Ohio Valley Entomological Association (OVEA) is an organization of students and professional entomologists dedicated to advancing the science of entomology and fostering student professional development.

OVEA aims to encourage and cultivate the professional development of students while promoting the study of entomology and engaging public awareness in the understanding of the discipline.

Every year a forum is hosted, featuring a research paper and oral presentation competition across undergraduate, M.S., and Ph.D. levels. Students can present their research and gain valuable practice before the annual Entomological Society of America (ESA) meeting, while also gaining valuable networking opportunities with other researchers from across the Ohio Valley.

OVEA 2026

• Registration: $35 for students, $45 for faculty, staff, and administrators
• Located at the Corteva Agriscience Headquarters in Indianapolis
• Breakfast and lunch included
• Corteva will be hosting tours, and their entomologists will help judge student presentations providing industry networking opportunities
• First, second, and third place finishers in each category (e.g., PhD, Master’s, Undergraduate) will be recognized and awarded cash prizes

Student presenters must submit a presentation title, list of authors and affiliations using the following:

Student Form