RSA Remote registration october 25
This RSA Remote session will spotlight the newly launched 2025-2026 IDEA Emerging Scholar Program. Our distinguished panelists will discuss how this initiative aims to equip a new generation of rhetorical leaders and expand future possibilities for RSA and the field of rhetoric.
Panelists:
- Jennifer Lin LeMesurier, RSA’s IDEA Chair (Colgate University)
- Theon E. Hill, RSA’s Transformative Justice Officer (Wheaton College)
Topics to be covered:
- Overview of the IDEA Emerging Scholar Program
- The program’s focus on anti-racism and decolonization in rhetoric
- Strategies for making the “hidden curriculum” of academia transparent
- Fostering non-competitive, collaborative academic practices
- Q&A session on application process and eligibility
This event is perfect for doctoral candidates, early career faculty, and anyone interested in the future of rhetoric and academia. It’s also an excellent opportunity for those considering applying to the program, as our panelists will provide insights and answer questions about the application process.
Thank you to our sponsor: The Waterhouse Family Institute for the Study of Communication and Society, Villanova University