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As we welcome 2026, may the year bring renewed energy, new opportunities, and connection. Happy New Year from the ASTR family!

Have you considered submitting a proposal for plenaries, working sessions, and panels for ASTR’s 70th Anniversary conference, scheduled for November 12-15, 2026? Don’t miss your chance. Proposals open January 5, 2026. Check out the full call! ow.ly/CbCA50XuFoi

Congratulations to ASTR member Jon D. Rossini for his honorable mention book prize from MLA for Pragmatic Liberation and the Politics of Puerto Rican Diasporic Drama. Read on. ow.ly/lcEQ50XE5wx

Help map public scholarship on religion for ACLS ! Share your projects or case studies with the Publicly Engaged Religion Mapping Project to help create a searchable database that aims to increase visibility on this kind of scholarship. Submit here: form.jotform.com/252676744062159

May Thanksgiving be a reminder to acknowledge the land beneath our feet, support Indigenous-led research and cultural work, and remain committed to a practice of gratitude rooted in truth-telling and solidarity. Wishing everyone a thoughtful and restorative holiday.

Announcing the 2026 ASTR Conference Call for Plenaries and Working Sessions. Submissions open January 5, 2026. Details in the full call. ow.ly/yYXE50XuFjX

Join ATAP and Howlround on Monday for a session on archiving artistic practice! ow.ly/CTXa50XrizJ

What an incredible week at ASTR 2025! Grateful to everyone who contributed to the vibrant dialogue, collaboration, and connection that make this community special. Thank you to our sponsors and exhibitors–be sure to visit and support them! ow.ly/muUl50XreOU

Add your voice to the last of the season’s three Field Conversations and join the discussion on “Performing Migration, Displacement, and Diaspora.” The session on Thursday, November 13, is free and open to members and non-members. Register today. ow.ly/9Iml50XpAa3

ASTR proudly recognizes this year’s awardees for their exceptional scholarship and contributions to the field. Help us celebrate their achievements! ow.ly/tMJ450XpzSO

As ASTR 2025 wraps up, we’re grateful for a weekend filled with research, connection, and creativity. Thank you for being part of it – see you in Minneapolis for ASTR 2026!

ASTR After Dark takes over tonight! Check your email for additional information on this powerful night of community and new work.

There’s so much happening in Denver today! From sessions to special events, ASTR 2025 is in full swing. Check your email for all the highlights.

Attend this afternoon’s State of the Profession plenary at 4:00pm, followed by the Opening Welcome & Long Table Reception. Let’s celebrate the start of ASTR 2025 together!

We’re grateful to our Institutional Sponsors! Because of you, ASTR continues to be a space for bold ideas, meaningful connections, and inspiring scholarship. Thank you! ow.ly/Kr7z50X5fAP

How do we grow, lead, and reimagine our field? Field Conversations at ASTR 2025 bring scholars together to address mentoring, diversity, equity, inclusion, and academic leadership. Be part of the conversation. ow.ly/v8oX50Xkrgm

If you’re headed to Denver, check your email for information on our conference app. Find out all the details you need to get connected before the conference starts.

We’re proud to be supported by the University of Richmond, School of Arts & Sciences, Department of Theatre & Dance! Your commitment as an Institutional Sponsor strengthens ASTR’s mission to inspire meaningful dialogue. ow.ly/ibzQ50X5QZK

A huge thank you to our Institutional Sponsor, UC Irvine, Claire Trevor School of the Arts. Your partnership helps us cultivate a thriving community! ow.ly/lGXT50X5QzI

A big thank you to our Institutional Sponsor, University of Georgia, Department of Theatre and Film! Your support fuels the creativity and collaboration we celebrate every year. ow.ly/K4uk50WToiQ