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First-Time Staff at ONS Booth
Shares Her “Insider View”
By Micayla Felicion, Membership and Component Relations
Energetic is the first word that comes to mind when I think about
Congress. Because this was my first time working the ONS booth,
I was a little unsure about what to expect. When the learning hall
opened on Thursday morning, the attendees were quick to enter
the hall and check out all of the exhibitors. A lot of the booths had
unique activities and giveaways, which drew large crowds. At the
ONS booth, there were two caricature artists. Initially some of the
attendees seemed a little apprehensive to get a caricature done,
but after a few brave attendees started lining up, we had steady
lines for both artists each day that the learning hall was open.
Different topics were presented in chats at the ONS booth each
day, and many were so popular that they were standing room
only. The presentations brought a lot of traffic to the booth, which
allowed staff to connect with some of the attendees. The attendees
were full of excitement, creating a lot of energy throughout the
learning hall.
By the time Saturday afternoon arrived, many of the attendees
were rushing to the ONS booth to get their ticket entered for
the last two raffle baskets. Others were taking the opportunity to
delve into some of the activities at other booths, including Lilly
Oncology on Canvas. They had two easels with large canvases.
The participant was given a color and would be told what section
of the canvas to paint. One of the paintings from Congress is
being donated to ONS to display at the office. Staff at Congress
were invited to participate in painting that canvas as well.
Overall, it was a wonderful first experience in the ONS booth. It
was nice to get to meet so many members in person and to see all
of the hard work come together for another successful Congress.