2022 PRSA Educators Academy Summit
(Formerly Super Saturday)
Call for research papers, panel proposals and teaching abstracts
Deadline Sunday, June 26, 2022
Link for submissions: https://educatorsacademy.scholasticahq.com/
Link for submissions: https://educatorsacademy.scholasticahq.com/
PRSA’s Educators Academy invites public relations educators, graduate students, and professionals to submit competitive research papers, teaching abstracts, and panel session proposals for presentation during the PRSA Educators Academy Summit in conjunction with the 2022 PRSA International Conference in Grapevine, TX on
November 12, 2022.
Submissions must be submitted via Scholastica and are due by midnight ET on Sunday, June 26, 2022. Those who submit entries will be notified of the reviewers’ decisions by no later than July 31, 2022. At least one author of accepted submissions must agree to present their work in Grapevine, TX on November 12, 2022.
Registration fee: Registration is required to attend PRSA Educators Academy Summit.
The registration fee for speakers is $60.
The registration fee for non-speakers is $85.
Note: This fee is for PRSA Educators Academy Summit only and does not cover registration for the full PRSA or PRSSA International Conference.
The Educators Academy is committed to supporting diversity, equity and inclusion in our profession, classrooms, programming, and all other efforts. Therefore, all submissions should include diverse authors and panelists; and will be judged partly on the diversity of the submission. Please be cognizant of this important inclusion as you prepare
your submission. The Educators Academy reserves the right to request that moderators of accepted panels include panelists representing diverse perspectives. Our DEI commitment also means that we’re committed to displaying and showcasing diversity of thought throughout our programming. We encourage critical/cultural scholars,
qualitative scholars, quantitative scholars, and others to submit their research for consideration.
ALL submissions must be submitted via the PRSA Educators Academy Scholastica Page. Submitters are strongly encouraged to review and prepare all required files before visiting the submission page.
Scholastica Submission Tips
Call descriptions and requirements can be reviewed during the submission process by clicking “View submission guidelines.” (located at the top of the page in the center)
Submitters will be asked to provide optional demographic information such as race, gender, academic position, sexual orientation, and economic background. These fields are intended to assist the initial non-blind review process to determine if there is diverse representation and allows the research chairs to see demographic data. This information is not required and one’s completion or incompletion has no bearing on the acceptance decision.
The Scholastica site will ask for a “Primary manuscript submission.” This is where the research paper, teaching abstract or panel proposal should be submitted.
All other submission requirements should be uploaded under the “Additional files” field.
RESEARCH PAPER CALL
Research papers should test, refine, or expand public relations practice, research, or theory; or critically review issues relevant to public relations theory or research. Papers employing all methods of inquiry are invited. At least one author must be a member of the PRSA Educators Academy. Each presenter will give a 12-15-minute research presentation, followed by a question-and-answer session. Following the conference, authors may have their papers included in non-copyrighted conference proceedings, which will be available on the Educators Academy website.
NEW This Year! PRSA Educators Academy Summit PR Journal Special Issue
We are beyond excited to announce the collaboration with PR Journal to have a special issue scheduled as part of the conference outcomes. Author(s) of select research papers will be invited to submit manuscripts for consideration for a PRSA Educators Academy Summit special issue of PR Journal. Only research papers presented at PRSA
Educators Academy Summit will be eligible for submissions. Award-winning research papers at PRSA Educators Academy Summit are automatically eligible for submission to the special issue for consideration and blind reviews.
Due to the nature and scope of PR Journal, manuscripts must have clear outcomes and implications for the profession. The special issue submission deadline is January 15, 2023. The special issue is scheduled to be published in Fall 2023 (the October issue).
Research Paper Award Competitions
All non-student entries will automatically be considered for the $500 PRSA Top Research Paper Award. Collaboration is permitted. In addition, awards will be given for top ethics paper $500, sponsored by the Arthur W. Page Center, and top diversity and inclusion paper $500, sponsored by American University. * Only one author is required to present the study in Grapevine.
Graduate student submissions will automatically be considered for the Betsy Plank $1,000 Graduate Research Competition Award. Collaboration is permitted but limited to graduate students. * Only one author is required to present the study in Orlando. Please identify as “student(s)” on the title page.
*Please note, for co-authored papers, the award check is made out to the first author. Winners will be required to submit a W-9.
Instructions for Submitting Research Papers
● All submissions should include diverse authors and panelists; and will be judged partly on the diversity of the submission. Please be cognizant of this important inclusion as you prepare your submission.
● Research papers must not exceed 25 double-spaced pages in 12-point font (including references and tables). Papers should include appropriate literature reviews, methodology descriptions, findings, and discussions. Any paper longer than 25-pages will be disqualified and not assigned for review.
● Research papers may not be under review simultaneously with any other conference; and/or any potential publication, including refereed journals, book chapters, etc.
● When submitting, the author(s) must provide the following files:
1. A separate title page with the paper’s title, author(s), affiliation(s), title(s), phone number(s), email address(es), and social media information (i.e., Twitter handle and LinkedIn page URL). All authors and co-authors must be listed. No authors will be added after acceptance. On the title page please identify if entering a “student submission.”
2. Author bio(s) (30 words or less)
3. Author headshot(s)
4. A blinded paper. The paper and paper properties must not reveal the authors’ names or affiliations for the peer review. Author-identifying information on any pages will be grounds for immediate disqualification.
● The submission review process will include:
1. An initial non-blind review by the research chair, research co-chair, and diversity chair to ensure the inclusion of diverse representation, methods, and perspectives.
2. A final blind peer review of proposals by the PRSA Educators Academy Executive Board.
TEACHING ABSTRACTS POSTER SESSION CALL
This poster session will showcase best practices in education and/or provide examples of successful educational approaches, projects, and programs. Abstracts should refine, test, or present best practices or research related to public relations pedagogy. Authors are limited to only two abstract submissions (only one will be accepted).
Instructions for Submitting Teaching Abstracts
● All submissions should include diverse authors and considerations; and will be judged partly on the diversity of the submission. Please be cognizant of this important inclusion as you prepare your submission.
● Total submission should not exceed five pages (excluding bio(s) and headshot(s)) and may not be under review simultaneously with any other conference and/or any potential publication. The submission review process will include:
1. An initial non-blind review by the research chair, research co-chair, and diversity chair to ensure the inclusion of diverse representations, considerations, and perspectives.
2. A final blind peer review by the PRSA Educators Academy Executive Board.
● All accepted submissions will be included in non-copyrighted conference proceedings, which will be available on the PRSA Educators Academy website.
● When submitting, the author(s) must provide the following information:
1. A separate title page with the paper’s title, author(s), affiliation(s), title(s), phone number(s), email address(es), and social media information (i.e., Twitter handle and LinkedIn page URL). All authors and co-authors must be listed. No authors will be added after acceptance.
2. Author bio(s) (30 words or less)
3. Author headshot(s)
4. A one-page description of teaching idea including rationale for assignment, student learning goals, connection to PR Theory or practice, and evidence of student learning outcomes or assessment of student learning.
5. Assignment details and any necessary instructions or examples.
● Further instructions for the poster sessions will be provided following acceptance notification.
PANEL PROPOSAL CALL
Panel session proposals should address topics that benefit educators. Past panels have focused on such topics as integrating ethics into the curriculum, helping students obtain internships, incorporating mobile apps in the classroom, and developing online portfolios.
Instructions for Submitting Panel Session Proposals
● All panel proposals must include diverse panelists; and will be judged partly on the diversity of the submission. Please be cognizant of this important inclusion as you prepare your submission. The Educators Academy reserves the right to request that organizers of accepted panels include panelists representing diverse perspectives.
● Proposals should include a title, the names of up to three panelists with their affiliations, the moderator’s name and affiliation, and a brief description of the panel (100 to 150 words). The name and contact information of the panel organizer should be clearly identified.
● When submitting, the panel organizer must provide the following information:
1. A separate title page with the panel’s title, panelists, affiliation(s), title(s), phone number(s), email address(es), and social media information (i.e., Twitter handle and LinkedIn page URL). All authors and co-authors must be listed. No authors will be added after acceptance. (with the exception of requests from the PRSA Educators Academy Executive Board)
2. Panelist bio(s) (30 words or less)
3. Panelist headshot(s)
4. Moderator’s name, affiliation, bio (30 words or less) and social media information (i.e., Twitter handle, and LinkedIn page URL)
5. Panel organizer(s) name, email address, and phone number.
6. A separate panel description (100 to 150 words). The description must be blinded. The proposal and document properties must not reveal the panelists’, moderator’s, or organizer’s names or affiliations for the peer review. Identifying information on any pages will be grounds for immediate disqualification.
● The submission review process will include:
1. An initial non-blind review by the research chair, research co-chair, and diversity chair to ensure the inclusion of diverse representation and perspectives (i.e., racial and ethnic diversity or diverse affiliation of panelists).
2. A final blind peer review of proposals by the PRSA Educators Academy Executive Board.
IMPORTANT DATES
June 26, 2022: Submissions due by midnight Central Daylight Time
July 31, 2022: Acceptance notification
For additional information or inquiries regarding submissions, please contact the Research Chair, Dr. LaShonda
Eaddy (leaddy@psu.edu) and/or the Research Vice-Chair, Dr. Juan Meng (jmeng@uga.edu).