Student Programming at the 2024 APS Annual Convention
APS is pleased to offer special programming for students at the APS Annual Convention. Hosted by the APS Student Caucus, APSSC panels and events are designed to be fun and informative, featuring voices from various backgrounds, industries, and disciplines. The APSSC Executive Board develops this programming each year, keeping the content up to date and relevant for students.
The tables below show a projected schedule of events for the 2024 APS Annual Convention in San Francisco. The bulk of student programming happens on the second day of convention, with student panels happening throughout the morning and afternoon.
Please read the schedule of events below to prepare for the upcoming APS Annual Convention. The APSSC cannot wait to see you there!
Schedule of Events
Thursday, May 23rd:
| Time | Event | Abstract |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00pm- 11:59pm | Student Social | Meet fellow students at this themed reception on Thursday evening. Play social bingo to be entered into a drawing for prizes, chat about your research, and learn more about APS from Student Caucus Executive Board members. |
Friday, May 24th:
| Time | Event | Abstract |
|---|---|---|
| 1:00pm-1:50pm | How to Get Published | Have you ever wondered how to improve your publication record? In this session experts will discuss the ins and outs of the publication process. Everything from how to find a home for your manuscript to what to do after receiving an editorial decision will be covered. This event is geared toward early-career researchers/students. |
| 2:00pm-2:50pm | Life After Your Degree | Not sure what to do after you get your degree? This session is designed to provide valuable insights into non-academic career paths for our student members post-graduation. Our distinguished speakers will share their diverse professional experiences, offering guidance to help students navigate potential career trajectories beyond traditional academia. Join us as we explore the array of possibilities available in the broader professional landscape. |
| 3:00pm-3:50pm | Engaging in and Navigating Social Justice Advocacy in Academia | This panel will focus on social justice advocacy in and outside of academia. Topics will include the following: 1. What advocacy work looks like and how it is shifting in the field of psychology, 2. How students can navigate this type of work in a culturally-appropriate way (i.e., self-reflection, acknowledging privilege and bias), 3. Where students can find joy among this work (i.e., self-care and boundary-setting), and 4. Ways to actively engage in social justice advocacy as a student. |
| 4:30pm-6:00pm | DEI Roundtable for Young Psychological Scientists | In this roundtable DEI event, students have the opportunity to informally interact with a diverse group of leaders in psychological science to discuss questions and experiences related to marginalized identities in psychological science. |
Saturday, May 25th:
| Time | Event | Abstract |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00pm-3:50pm | How to Apply for Awards, Grants, and Scholarships | Panelists will discuss the process of finding and applying for grants and scholarships. Panelists will be from graduate and early career roles in psychology. |
| 4:00pm-4:50pm | Exploring the Importance and Applications of Undergraduate Research | Experienced speakers share the importance of utilizing undergraduate research experiences and skills to benefit a student’s future goals and development beyond graduation and through early psychological science careers. |
For questions specific to student programming, please contact APS Student Programs Manager Tyler Boomershine at [email protected].
Registration, Hotel & Travel Information
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Registration 2024
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