Panel discussions are different from traditional sessions of platform presentations, in that they consist of only a few speakers who field questions from the audience after briefly introducing themselves. The session is tied together by a specific topic or theme and panelists are selected who have expertise in that area or a unique perspective to offer. The following are some steps and hints for planning and hosting a successful panel session. Decide on your topic.Panel topics can be either technical or focused on professional development. Panel topics should be selected which are of interest...
Becoming a session co-chair is a great way to get involved with conference programming that interests you as well as become acquainted with Divisions or Forums in your field of interest. A co-chair’s responsibilities are primarily to support the chair of the session. Please make contact with the chair as soon as possible so that both chair and co-chair are on the same page. Regular communication with the chair is important in making sure everything develops smoothly and that the co-chair is actually able to contribute to the process. 6 months before the conference: You may need to read...
The following are general guidelines to successfully plan YP focused programming for the Young Professionals Committee (YPC). As a YPC Programming Co-Chair, your goal is to improve and expand the programming offered at both the Spring Meeting and Annual Conference that is relevant to Young Professionals. This document is to help navigate some of the requirements around managing the conference. Here is some overall guidance: YPC Programming Co-Chairs have a three year term, progressing through 2nd Vice Co-Chair, Vice Co-Chair, and Co-Chair. YPC Programming Co-Chair will be focused on either...
