RSA Conference 2026
May 20–24, 2026, Portland, OR
RSA 2026
The theme of the RSA 2026 biennial conference is forthcoming. Stay tuned!
When we gather in person for our 22nd biennial conference we will continue some of the discussions we started in the 21st biennial conference in Denver.
Registration Coming Soon
CALL FOR PROPOSALS
We invite members to join us in the magnificent and scenic city of Portland as we continue old discussions and spark new ones. The submission portal will be open from approximately May 15th through August 15th, 2025. It will feature more guidance and instructions for submitting:
- Individual paper abstracts (maximum of 500 words)
- Panel proposals of no more than 4 presenters (maximum of 1250 words)
- Roundtable proposals of no more than 6 presenters (maximum of 1250 words)
- Special format sessions of non-traditional design (maximum of 500 words)
- Discussion Group Proposals (maximum 1250 words)
Individuals may not submit more than two proposals either individually or as part of a panel or session. Discussion Group proposals do not count against the two submissions. All participants who are accepted will be required to renew their membership or join RSA to present at the conference.
Submissions due August 15, 2025
Portland INFORMATION
Local Portland information is coming soon.
Conference Hotel
Hilton Portland Downtown and
The Duniway, a Hilton Hotel
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