The 2008 FIA Symposium emphasized innovative uses of FIA data that shed new light on contemporary issues, such as carbon, climate change, fire, bio-energy/biomass, forest health, and other topics. Plenary and breakout sessions from a variety of disciplines were presented during the symposium held October 21-23, 2008, in Park City, UT. For more information, visit the FIA website or contact William McWilliams at wmcwilliams@fs.fed.us or 610-557-4050.