Information for Session Chairs

As a session chair, we ask you to do the following:

  1. Reviewing presentations for length and visibility and discussing concerns with the ambassador from the steering committee.
  2. Encouraging speakers to upload their presentations in advance.
  3. Checking the program and serving as the main contact for the session with ASA staff in case any changes need to be made (e.g., reordering of speakers within session, withdrawing a speaker, etc.).
  4. Ensuring speakers are on time and present for the session.
  5. Introducing the speakers at the beginning of the session.
  6. Making sure each speaker begins/ends at the time allotted.
  7. Facilitating Q&A discussion after each presentation, including preparing questions in advance to spark discussion.
  8. Encouraging attendees to fill out the online evaluation form.

Review the chair checklist for more information.

Key Dates

    Attend

  • September 29, 2017
    Early Registration and Housing Opens
  • January 10, 2018
    Early Registration Deadline
  • January 11, 2018
    Regular Registration (increased fees apply)
  • January 22, 2018
    Housing Deadline, 5:00 p.m. PT
  • February 15, 2018 – February 17, 2018
    CSP in Portland, OR
  • Program Participants

  • April 6, 2017 – May 11, 2017
    Short Course and Tutorial Proposal Submission
  • May 16, 2017 – June 22, 2017
    Concurrent Abstract Submission
  • July 13, 2017 – August 31, 2017
    Poster Abstract Submission
  • November 16, 2017
    Speaker Registration Deadline