{"id":1116,"date":"2025-03-04T20:27:06","date_gmt":"2025-03-04T20:27:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/connect.apsanet.org\/apsa2025\/?page_id=1116"},"modified":"2025-09-11T18:27:10","modified_gmt":"2025-09-11T18:27:10","slug":"program-highlights","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/connect.apsanet.org\/apsa2025\/program-highlights\/","title":{"rendered":"Program Highlights"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

See a full listing of this year\u2019s event highlights below.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Use the\u00a0Online Program<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0or \u00a0or download the pdf program<\/strong><\/a> to obtain the most up-to-date information on the 2025 APSA Annual Meeting. Events will be held at the Vancouver Convention Centre, the Pan Pacific Vancouver, the Marriott Vancouver Pinnacle Downtown, and the Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront.

We acknowledge that our meeting location is situated on the unceded traditional territories of the x\u02b7m\u0259\u03b8k\u02b7\u0259y\u0313\u0259m (Musqueam), S\u1e35wx\u0331w\u00fa7mesh (Squamish), and s\u0259lilw\u0259ta\u026c (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations, and we recognize them as custodians of the lands on which we gather when we meet in Vancouver, British Columbia.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Wednesday, September 10th<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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9:00 a.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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2025 Pre-Conference Short Courses<\/strong><\/a>
These half- or full-day events offer diverse professional development opportunities and allow attendees to connect with scholars from various backgrounds. Sponsored by APSA Organized Sections, Related Groups, and other affiliated organizations, all short courses require pre-registration.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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6:30 p.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Reception Honoring the 2025 APSA Award Recipients (Invitation Only)<\/strong>
The reception honors the 2025 APSA Award recipients for their contributions to the discipline. This event is invitation only. See the APSA Awards page<\/a> for awardees and committee members.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Location: Marriott Vancouver Pinnacle Downtown, Pinnacle I & II<\/span><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Thursday, September 11th<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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7:00 a.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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APSA First-Time Attendee and New Member Breakfast<\/strong>
New members are invited to connect with other first-time attendees and new members over breakfast. Meet association leaders and learn how to make the most of your APSA experience. An RSVP is required for this event.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Location: Vancouver Convention Centre (VCC), West Level 1 – West Ballroom D<\/span><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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9:30 a.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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iPoster and Poster Sessions<\/strong>
Check out visual presentations covering topics such as immigration, Middle East politics, democracy and autocracy, and more. View online gallery<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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10:00 a.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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APSA Presidential Task Force on Democratic Innovation<\/strong>
This roundtable will bring together several members of the APSA Presidential Task Force on Democratic Innovation (sponsored by Mark Warren 2024 APSA president) to discuss and share findings and research that will go into the Task Force\u2019s final report.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vancouver Convention Centre (VCC), West Level 1 – West Ballroom A<\/span><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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12:00 p.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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APSA All-Member Business Meeting<\/strong>
All APSA members are encouraged to attend the APSA General Membership Meeting, the official business meeting of the Association. This event is an opportunity for members to learn about the business of the Association and express their views. Participants can also join via a virtual meeting invite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vancouver Convention Centre (VCC), West Level 1 – West 119<\/span><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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2:00 p.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Breaking News Panel: Toward a More Responsible Two-Party System?<\/strong> <\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The State of Parties and Democratic Politics on the 75th Anniversary of the APSA Report.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vancouver Convention Centre (VCC), West Level 1 – West Ballroom A <\/span><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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4:00 p.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Annual Career Open House<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Career Open House is an opportunity for APSA members to connect with departments, institutions, and organizations for informational and informal discussions about jobs in political science, and other careers that draw on political science training, both on campus and in applied\/non-academic settings. Learn more<\/a><\/p>\n

Marriott Vancouver Pinnacle Downtown, Pinnacle I & II<\/span><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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4:00 p.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Disability in Political Science: A Survey of the Profession<\/strong><\/p>\n

This roundtable brings together scholars to discuss findings from a recent survey on disability within the political science profession. Panelists will explore the challenges, experiences, and institutional barriers faced by disabled political scientists, as well as opportunities for inclusion, accessibility, and advocacy in academic and professional settings. The session aims to foster dialogue on building a more equitable discipline and advancing support for scholars with disabilities across career stages.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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5:30 p.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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APSA Mentoring and Networking Reception<\/strong><\/p>\n

Join APSA for an informal reception designed to foster mentoring and networking across all career stages. Whether you’re a graduate student, early-career scholar, or senior professional, this event offers a welcoming space to make connections, exchange advice, and build lasting professional relationships within the political science community.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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6:30 p.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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121st APSA Presidential Address: Epistemic Institutions and the Populism Dilemma: Reimagining Political Science as a Vocation during Democratic Breakdown<\/strong><\/a>
Speaker: APSA President, Taeku Lee, Harvard University<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vancouver Convention Centre (VCC), West Level 1 – West Ballroom A <\/span><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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7:30 p.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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APSA Reception Honoring Women in the Profession<\/strong><\/p>\n

All attendees are welcome to join in honoring the leadership, scholarship, and impact of women of color across the discipline.<\/p>\n

Marriott Vancouver Pinnacle Downtown, Pinnacle III<\/span><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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8:30 p.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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International Attendee Reception<\/strong><\/p>\n

APSA invites all international attendees from outside North America to this special reception as a welcome to Vancouver and the annual meeting.<\/p>\n

Marriott Vancouver Pinnacle Downtown, Point Grey<\/span><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Friday, September 12th<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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8:00 a.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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APSA Oral History Project Screening: Film Showcase<\/strong><\/p>\n

Kick off the day with the first installment of APSA\u2019s Oral History Project screenings. This session features compelling interviews with political scientists reflecting on their personal and professional journeys. Gain insights into the evolution of the discipline through stories that highlight mentorship, scholarship, and institutional change. View showing times<\/a><\/p>\n

Additional Screening Times<\/p>\n