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EACE23 Call for Proposals

Being an EACE conference presenter is a perfect opportunity to enhance your resume and personal brand! You do not need to be an EACE member to present at the conference, and you’re encouraged to share this opportunity with friends and colleagues.

Call for proposals closed December 9, 2022. If you submit a proposal to present at EACE23, you will be notified regarding the status of your proposal late February/early March 2023.  For questions, or to inquire on late submissions, contact the Annual Conference Programming Committee Co-Chairs.

Session Formats & Topics

Typical session formats include:

  • 60 Minute Break-out session (Discussion, Lecture, Case Study with discussion, Resource/Topic Review)
  • 60 Minute Panel
  • 20 Minute Speed Learning Session

If you are interested in submitting for a 60-minute break-out session please consider covering one of the following topics:

  • Assessment and strategic planning (best practices, new approaches to program assessment, learning outcomes, graduate outcomes)
  • Career curriculum (creating career courses, integrating career content into existing courses)
  • Career coaching and counseling best practices
  • Community colleges
  • Diversity, inclusion, equity and access (DEIA)
  • Employer relations and recruiting (best practices for HR recruiters, diversity recruiting)
  • HBCUs and HSIs
  • Leadership (methods for career advancement, hiring and/or training best practices, creating office culture)
  • Marketing and technology
  • University/employer connections (collaborative programming and initiatives)
  • University partnerships (faculty/academic and alumni affairs/development partnerships with career centers)

For 20-minute speed learning sessions, consider the topics above or:

  • New initiatives and/or programs within your college, university or organization
  • New technology being utilized in your office
  • Strategies for meaningful engagement (with faculty, students, employers, alumni, community)
Important Information
  • Incomplete forms will not be accepted. ALL co-presenter information must be included at the time the proposal is submitted.
  • Presenters will not be compensated and do not receive complimentary and discounted registration.

  • For accessibility purposes, presenters are expected to use the EACE Universal Design PowerPoint template. If approved, presenters are required to have five copies of their presentation that comply with the Universal Design standard for distribution, if necessary. 

  • Break-out session rooms will be equipped with basic LCD projector package. Laptops are NOT provided. Internet may not be available in break-out rooms.

  • EACE does not print handouts. Presenters will be encouraged to upload any session handouts to the EACE Mobile App.

Tips for Submitting Your Proposal

View a sample conference proposal here. Need help putting together your proposal? Watch our tutorial below for helpful tips and tricks for submitting a conference proposal: 

 

Additional Tips:

  1. GIVE IT TIME - A good proposal takes time to create! Set aside a few hours to review past proposals, draft out your presentation outline, and craft your title and session description.

  2. MAKE IT CATCHY - The title and description you create now will be used for all promotional materials, so consider the audience, topic area and relevance to your presentation. Use action verbs and results-oriented words. Your title must be both attention-grabbing and give a good description of your session. Less is more when it comes to the length of the session description.

  3. GET CREDIT - Sessions that are SHRM accredited sessions have an increased likelihood of being selected for the conference, and tend to have higher attendance. Review the guidelines for SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management). 

  4. SHARE TAKEAWAYS - Think about the learning outcomes. What information will attendees learn? What new insights will you cultivate? What best practices or how-to’s will you share? Answer the following: “By attending this session, attendees will gain…”
FAQs

Who can submit a proposal?

Anyone who has a relevant topic to share! We’ve had submissions from graduate assistants, faculty, career counselors, VPs, directors, recruiters and more. You do not need to be a member of EACE to submit a proposal.

Where and when is the Annual Conference?

The EACE 2023 Annual Conference will be held June 26-28, 2023 at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront hotel. Find out more.

What is the timeline for the proposal process?

  • October 2022: Call for Proposals opens
  • December 9, 2022: Deadline for Submissions 
  • December 2022 - February 2023: Programming Committee reviews proposals
  • Late February - Early March 2023: Notification of status of proposal submissions (The designated lead presenter receives this communication.)

How are proposals selected?

Proposals are evaluated by the Annual Conference Programming Sub-Committee. Several key factors that influence selection include, but are not limited to:

  • Does the proposal contribute to the overall diversity of topics for the conference?
  • Is the focus of the proposal/presentation clear and well-defined, and specific to EACE members?
  • Does the proposal provide educational benefit?
  • The proposal is non-commercial nor self-promoting.

How long should my presentation be?

Break-out sessions are 60 minutes and Speed Learning sessions are 20 minutes. You should be sure to leave time for questions at the end. 

Do presenters get discounted conference registration?

EACE23 break-out session and/or speed learning session presenters do not receive discounted registration. If a presenter cannot attend the full conference, entry for the session only can be granted. Presenters needing financial assistance to attend are encouraged to apply for a 2023 Professional Development Grant and/or Diversity & Inclusion Scholarship.

Who should I contact with additional questions?

2023 EACE Annual Conference Programming Co-Chairs.