Present at ABRCMS

• Expert Lecture (45 minutes): This lecture will be conducted by up to two experts in a specific field, who have a breadth of knowledge to share conceptual innovations on trending professional development topics. The session will be limited to 35 minutes with 10 minutes for Q&A.
• Interactive/Skill-Building Session (45 minutes): This session allows the speaker(s) to engage the audience in an invigorating discussion through active demonstrations such as role-playing and/or strategic games to increase the audiences’ conceptual knowledge on the content presented and how to employ such techniques and strategies, as they matriculate in the STEM field. The session will be limited to 35 minutes with 10 minutes for Q&A.
• Panel Discussion (45 minutes): This discussion is designed for a group of panelists to share their viewpoints and experiences on trending topics and to cultivate the audiences’ awareness of subject matters. The session will be limited to 35 minutes with 10 minutes for Q&A.
• Workshop (up to 2 hours): Workshops allow facilitators to engage the audience via break-out groups to increase their knowledge through case-based learning and develop their understanding on how to employ such methodologies and strategies in the field of STEM. Workshops may proceed up to 2 hours, at the discretion of the ABRCMS programming team.
• Sponsored Session: Sponsor a scientific and/or professional development session. The format and duration of sessions may vary. Types of formats include panel discussions, lectures or small group discussions. Sponsor is responsible for all other expenses.
• Sponsored Affiliated Event/Reception: Sponsor an affiliated event or reception on Friday evening, from 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. Please know that proposed affiliated events/receptions are not guaranteed, must be discussed with ABRCMS staff, and are subject to approval by ABRCMS.

The following information will be required in your proposal:

• Session type
• Session title (should be short and catchy to draw a crowd)
• Description, to include up to three learning objectives (150 words or less)
• Targeted audience
• Speaker(s)
• Speaker bio (150 words or less)
• Funding request

Professional development session proposals will be rated on the following components:

• Significance and overall impact: The proposal should contribute to one or more of ABRCMS goals: (i) encourage students to move toward graduate or professional education, training, and research careers, (ii) provide resources for faculty, researchers, and program directors to help them succeed as scientists, advisers, educators, and leaders, and (iii) prepare students for the evolving and interdisciplinary nature of STEM research and careers.
• Audience: Professional development sessions should target the following audiences:
  • Community college and nontraditional students
  • Undergraduate and postbaccalaureate students
  • Graduate students and postdoctoral scientists
  • Faculty, program directors, and exhibitors
• Speakers: Speakers should have expertise in the content area they are presenting on. Speakers from diverse backgrounds and experience are highly encouraged.

All session proposals will be reviewed by a Committee to ensure that they clearly articulate the goals, benefits, and outcomes of the session to attendees. Please note poorly written proposals will be rejected.

Yes. You may submit more than one proposal, but there must be an individual submission for each proposal. Each submission will be reviewed independently, and all fields must be completed in each proposal.

There are three (3) available options to select from during the submission process:

• Sponsored Session, Affiliated Event, or Reception – The sponsoring organization/institution will provide ABRCMS with $5,000 and be recognized in the conference app and final program.
• Funding by Speaker/Speaker’s Institution – The speaker/speaker's institution will cover all expenses (e.g., registration, travel, and lodging) directly. Please note that ABRCMS will not be responsible for covering any expenses.
• Requesting funding from ABRCMS – The submitter may recommend multiple speakers; however, ABRCMS will cover expenses (registration, travel and/or lodging) for one speaker only. Please know that your request is not guaranteed but will be reviewed pending budget allowances. Ground transportation is not included.