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How to Conference Effectively

Conference attendees at the 2026 Colby Conversation. Photo courtesy of Pete Clarke.

A Professional Development Workshop

RSVP is pleased to kick off our fall Digital Events series by welcoming our 2026 conference committee members Jessica Valdez, Caroline Jones, and Sharin Schroder for a Professional Development Workshop on Conferences and Conferencing. This online event will take place Friday, 18 September at 8 a.m. PST / 11 a.m. EST / 4 p.m. BST / 5 p.m. CET.

Our speakers will give their top tips for succeeding in (and enjoying!) academic conferences, and take you behind the scenes to demystify how papers and panels are selected. Topics will include:

  • Writing effective paper and panel proposals
  • Handling the difference between delivering in-person and online talks
  • Networking tips and tricks
  • Making the most of your conference experience

This session is jointly sponsored by our Graduate Researchers and Independent Periodicals Scholars (GRIPS) organization. It will be chaired by GRIPS representatives Matthew Stephens and Gillian Walters. While aimed at graduate students and early career scholars, everyone is welcome! Seasoned conference-goers are particularly encouraged to come and share their wisdom during the discussion.

Join us Friday, 18 September

As always, our digital events are free and open to all, though you must register to receive the Zoom link and any important notices.
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Important Privacy Notices

Please note that this event may be recorded by RSVP for publication on our website and official social media channels. If you do not wish to be recorded, you are welcome to keep your camera turned off and to collaborate using the chat function during the event, or watch the recording on our YouTube channel once it becomes available. Participating verbally and visually during this event means you consent to being recorded.

Any unauthorized recording, transmission, or reproduction of this session by attendees is strictly prohibited. Violations may result in removal from the event and restriction from future events.

Thank you!