The annual conference of the Society for Vector Ecology (SOVE) will be held on September 16? to September 20, 2007 at the Springfield Hilton in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Nancy Hinkle from? the University of Georgia is the program chair and has already outlined part of the draft program,? (see later) including 6 symposia, keynote address and closing comments by prominent scientists? in the field of vector ecology and disease control. One or two symposia will be dedicated to? advanced student presentations. Participation by graduate students and young scientists is sought? and encouraged. In the 3 or 4 meetings we have had tremendous response from advanced? students to participate. The society also holds poster sessions by both students and post docs and? other scientists. Additional information is listed below.