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Services & Accommodations

The Geological Society of America strives to create a pleasant and rewarding experience for every attendee and is committed to providing universal access to our meeting.

Below you will find specific information on a variety of topics to assure your needs are met. If you have other requests that are not addressed below, please feel free to contact the Meetings Department at meetings@geosociety.org.

Services & Accommodations Requests

If you would like to talk with someone to request accommodations (e.g., sign language interpreters, alternative formats) please check the box during the registration process, and a GSA staff member will follow up with you. Advanced notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.

GSA Partners with Wordly for Real-Time Transcriptions

The Geological Society of America is proud to announce a new partnership with Wordly, a premier transcription and translation platform. At GSA Connects 2025, every session room will feature a unique QR code, giving attendees instant access to live transcriptions of talks and presentations. This innovation will enhance accessibility, support engagement, and ensure that every voice and idea is captured and shared.

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Dietary

If you have dietary considerations and have registered for a ticketed event, field trip, or short course that includes a meal, please check the Dietary box during the registration process. Gluten free (GF), vegan (V), and vegetarian options will be available. For all other requests, GSA Meetings Deptartment staff will follow up with you after you have registered for the meeting.

Mother’s Room

We offer a dedicated private room for Nursing Mothers.

  • East Wing – Room 1212 (lobby corridor between Halls 3 & 4)
  • West Wing – Room 2137 (next to Room 215 in Parkview)

This room is equipped with:

  • Comfortable Furniture
  • Power Outlets
  • Wastebasket
  • Table
  • Paper Towels

This room can be secured if necessary. A restroom is located nearby. Our Operations Staff periodically refreshes the room throughout the day. Any questions, please call +1-210-207-8500.

Mobility Scooter Reservations

Tom’s Wheelchairs & Scooter Rentals
+1-210-223-7878
www.tomswheelchairs.com
tomswheelchair@yahoo.com

Wheelchair and scooter rentals are subject to availability. It’s recommended to reach out well before the event.

Convention Center Accessibility

Henry B. González Convention Center Accessibility Locations

Find accessible entrances, elevators, restrooms, and other ADA-compliant features throughout the convention center with this map.

Assisted Hearing Devices

AudioFetch User Instructions and QR Code

Child Care & Pet Care

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Service Animals

Under ADA regulations, the definition of a “service animal” is limited to a dog or a miniature horse that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for an individual with a disability. The task(s) performed by the animal must be directly related to the person’s disability. Under the ADA, “comfort”, “therapy”, and/ or “emotional support” animals do not qualify as service animals.

New this year

The Junior Geologist Program at GSA Connects 2025

Have you ever wondered why volcanoes erupt, how rivers carve valleys, or why some rocks sparkle while others don’t? If so, you might already think like a geologist!

That’s the spirit behind the Junior Geologist Program at GSA Connects 2025 in San Antonio, Texas. This special program gives kids both an immersive on-site experience at GSA Connects 2025 and a take-home adventure in geoscience through a colorful, activity-packed booklet designed to open young minds to the wonders of geology.

Thanks to the support of Baylor University and the AAPG Foundation! This program is all about turning curiosity into discovery—and discovery into a lifelong love of science.

Cover for "Junior Geologist activity book" with illustrations related to earth science around this text and the Connects 2025 logo in the top left corner.

What's This Program All About?

On-site exploration

Brought to you by Baylor University and the AAPG Foundation, Grade school students will enjoy time at GSA Connects 2025 to explore the Exhibit Hall with their Junior Geologist adventure booklet in hand.

Hands-on fun

The free Junior Geologist booklet is filled with activities, games, and coloring pages to help kids explore Earth’s wonders in a fun and creative way.

Beyond the conference

Booklets will also be distributed to local schools in San Antonio, extending the experience to classrooms across the community.

Want Junior Geology packets sent to your school? Let us know how many you would like!

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