APS 24th Annual Convention 2012 Press Information

Thank you for your interest in the APS 24^th Annual Convention to be held in Chicago, Illinois May 24-27, 2012. The APS Annual Meeting attracts more than 3500 participants who share the latest discoveries and developments in the field. Prominent speakers at this year’s convention are Douglas Medin, James Jackson, and Barry Schwartz, to name a few. Medin is the President of APS and the chair of the Presidential Symposium. Jackson is the Keynote Address speaker, his research focuses on how culture influences our health during our lives, attitude changes, and social support. Schwartz is giving the Bring the Family Address. More information about prominent speakers and noteworthy presentations can be viewed at the APS Convention homepage.

Qualified press will have complimentary access to scientific and poster sessions to hear about these advancements in psychology. Prior to registering, please take a moment to look over our press policies. To register, download the registration form, fill in the appropriate information, and return with the appropriate credentials to Lucy Hyde in our Public Affairs department (e-mail lhyde@psychologicalscience.org or fax 202-293-9350). The advanced press registration deadline is May 10, 2012. Any registrations received after that date will be processed onsite.

Download the Registration Form

The following categories are eligible for complimentary press registration:

• Working press, including reporters, news editors, science writers, news producers, and others working for recognized print, television, radio, or online entities, should provide press credentials, such as a business card, or letter from an editor.
• Freelance writers should provide a copy of a letter assigning you to cover the APS convention; a current membership card from the National Association of Science Writers, Canadian Science Writers Association, International Science Writers Association or other affiliates of the World Federation of Science Journalists; or recent evidence of related work (with your by-line) in a recognized publication within the last year.
• Public information officers from nonprofit institutions including government agencies, educational and/or research institutions, and scientific societies should provide a copy or a business card or other evidence of affiliation.

All members of the media who register on-site should bring the appropriate credentials to the registration area, where both advance and on-site registrants will be able to pick up their badges.

The following is offered at the 24^th Annual APS Convention to properly credentialed members of the media:

• Complimentary annual meeting registration
• Press kit
• Access to annual meeting abstracts
• One-on-one interview opportunities
• Press room access