{"id":69,"date":"2025-12-10T23:42:08","date_gmt":"2025-12-10T23:42:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/connect.apsanet.org\/vrm2026\/?page_id=69"},"modified":"2026-04-14T22:54:24","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T22:54:24","slug":"participation-tips-guidelines","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/connect.apsanet.org\/vrm2026\/participation-tips-guidelines\/","title":{"rendered":"Participation Tips &amp; Guidelines\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Participation Tips &amp; Guidelines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:15px\">We\u2019re excited to welcome you to our third annual virtual research conference, taking place online on&nbsp;<strong>Wednesday, April 15&nbsp;<\/strong>and&nbsp;<strong>Thursday, April 16, 2026!&nbsp;<\/strong>Before attending the 2026 APSA Virtual Research Meeting, please be sure to review the participation tips, resources, and guidelines below. To view sessions, please log into the <a href=\"https:\/\/convention2.allacademic.com\/one\/apsa\/vrm26\/\">online program<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>If attending or participating in the 2026 APSA Virtual Research Meeting, please note the following:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);font-size:15px\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Registration Required<\/span><\/strong>: All attendees&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/connect.apsanet.org\/vrm2026\/2026-registration\/\">must be registered<\/a>&nbsp;to view session details and access Zoom links. All Research Group participants must register for the meeting by <strong>April 1, 2026<\/strong>. View 2026 registration rates and details <a href=\"https:\/\/connect.apsanet.org\/vrm2026\/2026-registration\/\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);font-size:15px\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Workshop Participation<\/span><\/strong>: <strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Research Group workshops are invitation-only<\/span><\/strong> and limited to confirmed participants. Only those who have been accepted and registered for the meeting will be able to access workshop sessions.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);font-size:15px\">All registered attendees are welcome to join the plenary panels each day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);font-size:15px\">For questions or to inquire about workshop availability, please contact the Research Group organizer(s) directly. Organizer contact information for each workshop is available <a href=\"https:\/\/connect.apsanet.org\/vrm2026\/research-group-descriptions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);font-size:15px\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Code of Conduct &amp; Publicity Agreement<\/span><\/strong>: All attendees should take a moment to review the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/connect.apsanet.org\/vrm2026\/code-of-conduct\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">APSA Code of Conduct<\/a>&nbsp;and <a href=\"https:\/\/connect.apsanet.org\/vrm2026\/apsa-participation-publicity-agreement\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Participation &amp; Publicity Agreement<\/a> prior to the virtual meeting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);font-size:15px\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Zoom Hosts &amp; Session Access<\/span><\/strong>: Research Group organizers will serve as Zoom hosts for their workshop sessions. An APSA staff member will join each Zoom room 5-10 minutes before the scheduled start time to assign hosting permissions. Research Group organizers should plan to log in 5-10 minutes early to ensure each session has a host and begins on time. The virtual platform will be accessed through the <a href=\"https:\/\/convention2.allacademic.com\/one\/apsa\/vrm26\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">online program<\/a>. <strong>Zoom links will not be available in the online program until the day of the event.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:15px\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Paper Uploads<\/span><\/strong>: Workshop participants are encouraged to <a href=\"https:\/\/preprints.apsanet.org\/engage\/apsa\/event-details\/698f97014770e67d921eaffc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">upload their research paper or presentation<\/a>&nbsp;to APSA Preprints by <strong>April 8<\/strong> to share your work with peers, obtain a DOI, get feedback, track metrics, and prepare for journal submission.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/preprints.apsanet.org\/engage\/apsa\/public-dashboard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">APSA Preprints<\/a>&nbsp;is a&nbsp;free-to-submit and access, pre-publication platform dedicated to early research outputs in political science and related disciplines. Research Group participants should contact their workshop organizer(s) directly to share any materials or documents with the group in advance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);font-size:15px\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Download Participant Resources:<\/span><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);font-size:15px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/apsavrmppt\"><strong>Download the 2026 Virtual Participant Guide<\/strong><\/a>: Access the Virtual Research Meeting Participant Guide for up-to-date information on navigating and joining sessions, virtual presentation tips, and what to expect before and during the online meeting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);font-size:15px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/apsavrmppt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Download the PowerPoint Template<\/strong><\/a>: If you plan to use slides during your workshop sessions, be sure they are prepared in advance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);font-size:15px\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/apsavrm-zoombackgrounds\"><strong>Download Zoom Backgrounds<\/strong><\/a>:<\/strong> Utilize APSA&#8217;s Zoom virtual meeting backgrounds during your workshop or presentation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);font-size:15px\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Time Zone &amp; Session Timeslots<\/span><\/strong>: <strong>All Virtual Research Meeting sessions will take place in Eastern Time (ET).<\/strong> Be sure to review all <a href=\"https:\/\/connect.apsanet.org\/vrm2026\/schedule-at-a-glance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">workshop dates and times<\/a> in advance, particularly if you\u2019ll be participating from outside the U.S. Eastern Time Zone.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);font-size:15px\">If joining internationally, we recommend checking ahead of time whether you\u2019ll need a VPN to access Zoom from your location. Ensure you have a free <a href=\"https:\/\/www.apsanet.org\/Registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">APSA account<\/a> so you can log into All Academic to view the online program and join Zoom sessions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);font-size:15px\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Questions<\/span>?<\/strong>&nbsp;Email us at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:meeting@apsanet.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">meeting@apsanet.org<\/a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Accessing the Virtual Platform<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:15px\"><strong>All Research Group workshop sessions and plenary panels will be accessible through the All Academic&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/allacademic.com\/one\/apsa\/vrm26\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">online program<\/a>.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);font-size:15px\">To log in, click \u201c<strong>Sign In<\/strong>\u201d on the left-side menu of the program homepage and enter your&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/apsanet.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MyAPSA<\/a>&nbsp;username and password.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);font-size:15px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/allacademic.com\/one\/apsa\/vrm26\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Test your APSA credentials<\/a>&nbsp;before the meeting to ensure you can access the platform without issues. If you have any trouble logging in, please email <a href=\"mailto:membership@apsanet.org\">membership@apsanet.org<\/a> for assistance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);font-size:15px\">To view session details, participant contact information, and Zoom links, you must be&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/connect.apsanet.org\/vrm2026\/registration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">registered<\/a>&nbsp;for the meeting and logged into the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/allacademic.com\/one\/apsa\/vrm26\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">online program<\/a>. <strong>If the top of the homepage says \u201cWelcome Guest\u201d instead of your name, you are not logged in.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);font-size:15px\">Zoom links will be available to registered participants on the day of the scheduled session and will only become active 5-10 minutes before the scheduled start time. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1893\" height=\"845\" src=\"https:\/\/connect.apsanet.org\/vrm2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/113\/2026\/04\/AA-Sign-In-Screenshot.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-971\" srcset=\"https:\/\/connect.apsanet.org\/vrm2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/113\/2026\/04\/AA-Sign-In-Screenshot.png 1893w, https:\/\/connect.apsanet.org\/vrm2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/113\/2026\/04\/AA-Sign-In-Screenshot-300x134.png 300w, https:\/\/connect.apsanet.org\/vrm2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/113\/2026\/04\/AA-Sign-In-Screenshot-1024x457.png 1024w, https:\/\/connect.apsanet.org\/vrm2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/113\/2026\/04\/AA-Sign-In-Screenshot-768x343.png 768w, https:\/\/connect.apsanet.org\/vrm2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/113\/2026\/04\/AA-Sign-In-Screenshot-1536x686.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1893px) 100vw, 1893px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Joining Zoom Sessions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:15px\">To view session details, participant contact information, or access Zoom links, you must be\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/connect.apsanet.org\/vrm2026\/registration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">registered for the meeting<\/a>\u00a0and signed into the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/convention2.allacademic.com\/one\/apsa\/vrm26\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">online program<\/a>\u00a0using your\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.apsanet.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">APSA account<\/a>\u00a0login credentials. Once signed in, use the search tools to find sessions. <strong><em>To prevent disruptions during the virtual meeting, please\u00a0<span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">do not share<\/span>\u00a0any Zoom links on social media or with others. <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:15px\"><strong>From the online program, attendees can:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);font-size:15px\">Adjust the program to your local time zone.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);font-size:15px\">Search by session name or keyword.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);font-size:15px\">Filter by session type, date, time, and more.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:15px\">Click on a session to view full details. If you\u2019re registered for the meeting and logged in, a \u201c<strong>Join Zoom Session<\/strong>\u201d button will appear at the top of the page.&nbsp;<strong>This link will be inactive until 5-10 minutes before the session\u2019s scheduled start time.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"928\" height=\"639\" src=\"https:\/\/connect.apsanet.org\/vrm2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/113\/2026\/04\/AA-Session-with-Zoom-Link.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-975\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.4523014782194048;width:685px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/connect.apsanet.org\/vrm2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/113\/2026\/04\/AA-Session-with-Zoom-Link.png 928w, https:\/\/connect.apsanet.org\/vrm2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/113\/2026\/04\/AA-Session-with-Zoom-Link-300x207.png 300w, https:\/\/connect.apsanet.org\/vrm2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/113\/2026\/04\/AA-Session-with-Zoom-Link-768x529.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 928px) 100vw, 928px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Technical Support<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:15px\">During meeting hours, the fastest way to get assistance is through the Technical Support Chat, available from the left-side menu of the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/convention2.allacademic.com\/one\/apsa\/vrm26\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">online program<\/a>&nbsp;homepage.&nbsp;<strong><em>You must be signed into the program to access this feature.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:15px\">The Technical Support Chat will be monitored both conference days from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (ET). For technical support outside of meeting hours, please contact us at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:meeting@apsanet.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">meeting@apsanet.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:15px\"><em><strong>To prevent disruptions during the virtual meeting, please\u00a0<span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">do not share<\/span>\u00a0any Zoom links on social media or with others.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"292\" height=\"535\" src=\"https:\/\/connect.apsanet.org\/vrm2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/113\/2026\/04\/AA-Tech-Support-Chat-Screenshot.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-976\" style=\"width:254px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/connect.apsanet.org\/vrm2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/113\/2026\/04\/AA-Tech-Support-Chat-Screenshot.png 292w, https:\/\/connect.apsanet.org\/vrm2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/113\/2026\/04\/AA-Tech-Support-Chat-Screenshot-164x300.png 164w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 292px) 100vw, 292px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Additional Support<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:15px\"><strong>Meetings Questions<\/strong>:&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:meeting@apsanet.org\">meeting@apsanet.org<\/a><strong><br>Login or Membership Questions<\/strong>:&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:membership@apsanet.org\">membership@apsanet.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Best Practices for Participants<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);font-size:15px\">An APSA staff member will join the Zoom room to assign hosting permissions to the Research Group organizer(s). If no organizer is available, a participant will be made host temporarily. Research Group organizers should join 5-10 minutes early to confirm they have no technical issues and ensure that each session begins on time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);font-size:15px\">Power off or silence your phone and other devices.&nbsp;Please mute your microphone when not speaking to reduce background noise and audio feedback.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);font-size:15px\">Be aware of where your device camera is located. Make sure it&#8217;s at eye level and look into the camera when speaking to maintain eye contact with the virtual audience. If delivering formal remarks, we recommend rehearsing on camera to review your delivery.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);font-size:15px\">If you\u2019re presenting, be sure to have water nearby.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);font-size:15px\">Avoid busy or brightly patterned backgrounds and clothing.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);font-size:15px\">If used, keep any slides simple and focused; they should complement your talk, not replace it. Only the workshop organizers can grant screen sharing access, so please notify them in advance if you\u2019ll need to share your screen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);font-size:15px\">Remain respectful of other participants by staying within your allotted presentation or speaking time to ensure there&#8217;s enough time for all presentations, feedback, and questions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);font-size:15px\">Briefly reiterate your earlier points if an attendee joins late.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Participation Tips &amp; Guidelines We\u2019re excited to welcome you to our third annual virtual research conference, taking place online on&nbsp;Wednesday, April 15&nbsp;and&nbsp;Thursday, April 16, 2026!&nbsp;Before attending the 2026 APSA Virtual Research Meeting, please be sure to review the participation tips, resources, and guidelines below. 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