Submit a Pre-Formed Session on Convention Central
LaShawn Duckett
14 steps
3 minutes
Xcdsystem
Session Submission Step One: Session Information
**Before you submit!** Please read the instructions provided on the submission portal homepage to ensure you are submitting the correct form and completing all steps to submit your Session properly.
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To begin submitting your Session, please select *'Click Here to Start'*.
**Double check!** Before you continue, please be sure you are attempting to submit a Pre-Formed (pre-conceived) Session; meaning this session is ready to present and has been organized with presenters, chairs, and content.
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Select the correct **Unit** in which you would like to submit.
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Select the **Submission Type**. Please be sure to read the description to ensure you are selecting the correct type. **Note:** Each Unit accepts different submission types. Please make sure you have checked the [Call for Submission](https://www.natcom.org/call-for-submissions/) for the Unit you plan to submit to.
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- Enter the **Session Title**. Please do NOT submit your title in all capital letters. - Enter your **Session description**, you will have **75 words** to do so. - Enter the **estimated attendance** for your Session.
**Reminder!** You must have your **Chair, Co-Chair(s), and Respondent(s)** ready in order to submit. Pre-Formed Sessions are ready to present sessions that you have pre-organized.
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- Select the **Chair** for your session. - Select your **Co-Chair(s)**. If you have more than one, select so and more fields will populate. - Select your **Respondent(s)**. If you have more than one, select so and more fields will populate. **Note:** Search by *last name, first name* to find your chair, co-chair, etc.
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- Enter (3) **Keywords** relevant to your session. Please enter single words separated by a comma. - Enter your **Rationale** in the text box. You will have **500 words** to outline the importance of your session. - Enter (2) **Takeaways** regarding what attendees will receive from attending this session. You will have **50 words** per Takeaway text box.
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- Select the **Audio Visual Equipment** required for your session. - Enter any **Scheduling Accommodations** you may have for your session. *(Example: Please schedule after our Top Paper's Session.)* - Enter any **Accessibility Accommodations** you may need for this session. Please be prepared to provide supporting information for such. *(Example: Sighted guide assistance; Please provide the name of the individual who needs these accommodations.)*
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If applicable, select your **Co-Sponsorship Request** from the Unit list. **Note:** This is a request, not a guarantee. Planners will confirm upon review.
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- Please read each section of the **Agreements** and select the checkboxes. - Optional: **Upload** any materials you may have that should be attached to your session. Descriptions provided for upload suggestions. - Select **"Submit Pre-Formed Session"** and prepare for further instructions on the next screen.
**You are not done!** The next screen will prompt you to **enter your presentations.** We require a minimum of (2) presentations be added upon submission.
Session Submission Step Two: Adding Presentations
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After submitting your Session proposal, your next step is to enter your presentations. **Note: Please take a moment to read the information regarding next steps before proceeding.**
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**Instructions!** Step 2 requires you to add each individual work that will make up your session.
**Reminder!** You must enter **(2) presentations minimum**; therefore, you will need to repeat the below steps.
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Use the search bar to enter the **Name** of your session **presenter(s)**. *Search by last name, first name.* - Enter the **Title** of your presentation(s), **300 max characters** including spaces. - Enter your presentation **Description**, **350 max words.** - Select **"Add New Presentation".**
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Select **"Add New Presentation"** to enter your additional session presentations.
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- Select **"Review and Submit"** to review your session information in its entirety. - Once you've completed your review, you may select **"Submit Pre-Formed Session"** to complete your session submission.
**You have successfully submitted your Session!** ***You will receive a confirmation email as the primary submitter and be able to access your submission from your convention central profile through the submission deadline, March 25, 2026.***
Submit a Pre-Formed Session on Convention Central
LaShawn Duckett
14 steps
3 minutes
Xcdsystem
Session Submission Step One: Session Information
**Before you submit!** Please read the instructions provided on the submission portal homepage to ensure you are submitting the correct form and completing all steps to submit your Session properly.
1
To begin submitting your Session, please select *'Click Here to Start'*.
**Double check!** Before you continue, please be sure you are attempting to submit a Pre-Formed (pre-conceived) Session; meaning this session is ready to present and has been organized with presenters, chairs, and content.
2
Select the correct **Unit** in which you would like to submit.
3
Select the **Submission Type**. Please be sure to read the description to ensure you are selecting the correct type. **Note:** Each Unit accepts different submission types. Please make sure you have checked the [Call for Submission](https://www.natcom.org/call-for-submissions/) for the Unit you plan to submit to.
4
- Enter the **Session Title**. Please do NOT submit your title in all capital letters. - Enter your **Session description**, you will have **75 words** to do so. - Enter the **estimated attendance** for your Session.
**Reminder!** You must have your **Chair, Co-Chair(s), and Respondent(s)** ready in order to submit. Pre-Formed Sessions are ready to present sessions that you have pre-organized.
5
- Select the **Chair** for your session. - Select your **Co-Chair(s)**. If you have more than one, select so and more fields will populate. - Select your **Respondent(s)**. If you have more than one, select so and more fields will populate. **Note:** Search by *last name, first name* to find your chair, co-chair, etc.
6
- Enter (3) **Keywords** relevant to your session. Please enter single words separated by a comma. - Enter your **Rationale** in the text box. You will have **500 words** to outline the importance of your session. - Enter (2) **Takeaways** regarding what attendees will receive from attending this session. You will have **50 words** per Takeaway text box.
7
- Select the **Audio Visual Equipment** required for your session. - Enter any **Scheduling Accommodations** you may have for your session. *(Example: Please schedule after our Top Paper's Session.)* - Enter any **Accessibility Accommodations** you may need for this session. Please be prepared to provide supporting information for such. *(Example: Sighted guide assistance; Please provide the name of the individual who needs these accommodations.)*
8
If applicable, select your **Co-Sponsorship Request** from the Unit list. **Note:** This is a request, not a guarantee. Planners will confirm upon review.
9
- Please read each section of the **Agreements** and select the checkboxes. - Optional: **Upload** any materials you may have that should be attached to your session. Descriptions provided for upload suggestions. - Select **"Submit Pre-Formed Session"** and prepare for further instructions on the next screen.
**You are not done!** The next screen will prompt you to **enter your presentations.** We require a minimum of (2) presentations be added upon submission.
Session Submission Step Two: Adding Presentations
10
After submitting your Session proposal, your next step is to enter your presentations. **Note: Please take a moment to read the information regarding next steps before proceeding.**
11
**Instructions!** Step 2 requires you to add each individual work that will make up your session.
**Reminder!** You must enter **(2) presentations minimum**; therefore, you will need to repeat the below steps.
12
Use the search bar to enter the **Name** of your session **presenter(s)**. *Search by last name, first name.* - Enter the **Title** of your presentation(s), **300 max characters** including spaces. - Enter your presentation **Description**, **350 max words.** - Select **"Add New Presentation".**
13
Select **"Add New Presentation"** to enter your additional session presentations.
14
- Select **"Review and Submit"** to review your session information in its entirety. - Once you've completed your review, you may select **"Submit Pre-Formed Session"** to complete your session submission.
**You have successfully submitted your Session!** ***You will receive a confirmation email as the primary submitter and be able to access your submission from your convention central profile through the submission deadline, March 25, 2026.***
