Submit a Proposal to ICFA – opens 1 September 2017

The submissions period for ICFA 39 is from
1 September, 2017 through 31 October, 2017 (Orlando, FL time.)

 Submissions to ICFA 39 are not being accepted yet.
This form is up for testing only.


Your Proposal

What do you propose to do at the ICFA?
* Paper sessions consist of 3 participants, each of whom presents a paper not exceeding 20 minutes in length.

** In a panel presentation, a maximum of 4 panelists offer brief remarks on the topic under consideration, after which panelists and public participate in a moderated discussion.

*** In a theory roundtable, an important theoretical reading selected in advance of the ICFA is discussed by attendees.

Proposal Title

If you propose to:
  • Present a paper in a session assigned by the division head, give the title of the paper.
  • Present a paper in a proposed session, give the name of the proposed session and its chair.
  • Participate in a panel, give the name of the proposed panel and its moderator.
  • Organize a paper session, give the name of the proposed session.
  • Organize a panel presentation, give the name of the proposed panel.
  • Organize a theory roundtable, give the name of the proposed roundtable.

Division

Which division do you want to receive your proposal?
N.B. If your proposal pertains to a session, panel, or roundtable already proposed, specify the same division as for that proposal.

Abstract

If you propose to:
  • Present a paper in a session assigned by the division head or in a proposed session, include the name of the paper and the methodology/theoretical approach. Its length must be in the range of 300 to 500 words. For more information, contact the appropriate division head. Note: Abstracts will be posted on-line without editing. Authors are responsible for proofreading.
  • Organize a paper session, include the name of the session, of each paper, and the name and professional affiliation of each presenter and of the chair, including their areas of scholarly expertise and interest. Each presenter should submit an abstract, bibliography, and CV individually through the portal as well, noting the session name and chair with their submission.
  • Organize a panel presentation, include the name of the panel, an approximately 300-word statement of the purpose of the panel and the kinds of questions it will address, the names of the moderator and of all panelists, and their professional affiliations. Each panelist should submit a CV individually through the portal as well, noting the panel name and moderator with their submission.
  • Organize a theory roundtable, include the name of the roundtable, and the name and publication information of the reading.
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Bibiography

If you propose to:
  • Present a paper in a session assigned by the division head or in a proposed session, the bibliography must contain both primary and secondary parts. The maximum number of references is 20.
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No Wednesday Scheduling Request

The ICFA considers "No Wednesday scheduling" requests. Requests not to be scheduled on other days may be considered only for religious observances. Please contact the division head to request not being scheduled on any day other than Wednesday.

Conference Presentation Policies

  • 1) There is *no* Wi-Fi available in the rooms where sessions/panel/roundtables are held. Presentations must be independent of Internet acess.
  • 2) Projectors are equipped for VGA hookups. Presenters are responsible for bringing any connectors or converters they require.
  • 3) The ICFA considers "No Wednesday scheduling" requests. Requests not to be scheduled on other days may be considered only for religious observances. Please contact the division head to request not being scheduled on any day other than Wednesday.
Yes

IAFA Membership Acknowledgment

Registration for the conference does not automatically create IAFA membership. If you are not an IAFA member, you must join the association before you will be scheduled to present at the conference.
Yes

Proposal Completion

Yes

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