Chair a Session

Information for Session Chairs

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

  1. Review presentations for length and visibility and discuss concerns with the ambassador from the steering committee
  2. Check the program and serve 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.)
  3. Attend the session live and assist with the online broadcast
  4. Ensure speakers are on time and present for the session
  5. Introduce the speakers at the beginning of the session
  6. Make sure each speaker begins/ends at the time allotted
  7. Facilitate Q&A discussion after each presentation, including preparing questions in advance to spark discussion
  8. Encourage attendees to fill out the online evaluation form

Key Dates

    Attend

  • September 30, 2020
    Early Registration Opens
  • January 11, 2021
    Early Registration Deadline
  • January 12, 2021
    Regular Registration (increased fees apply)
  • February 17, 2021 – February 19, 2021
    CSP 2021 Virtual
  • Program Participants

  • April 1, 2020 – May 7, 2020
    Short Course and Tutorial Proposal Submission
  • May 14, 2020 – June 14, 2020
    Concurrent Abstract Submission
  • July 9, 2020 – August 31, 2020
    Poster Abstract Submission
  • July 9, 2020 – August 31, 2020
    Concurrent Abstract Submission Re-Opens
  • November 16, 2020
    Speaker Registration Deadline