Chairs

MESA calls for volunteers to chair put-together panels assembled from individually submitted papers accepted by the Program Committee.

To volunteer, view the list of sessions, then fill out the Chair Request Form posted at the bottom of this page. Please note that MESA membership and annual meeting registration are required of all meeting participants, and that individuals may not be a participant in more than two sessions.

Requirements to Participate

  1. Be current MESA members for 2024 (we cannot act on your request if you are not a current MESA member)
  2. Register for the MESA 2024 annual meeting

Chair Responsibilities

  1. Welcome attendees and introduce paper presenters (typically by providing the name, affiliation, and paper title)
  2. Keep track of presentation times and transitions by giving presenters cues and reminders
  3. Ensure that panels start and end on time
  4. Report unexpected panelist no-shows to the MESA Secretariat
  5. For a complete listing of chair responsibilties, see these guidelines.

To Volunteer

  1. Review the list of panels needing chairs in the searchable 2024 Annual Meeting Program which will be posted here when information becomes relevant. 
  2. Complete the Volunteer Chair Form located below, or click here.
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