The Southern Aesthetics Workshop will be held at the University of South Carolina October 9-10, 2026. 

Image courtesy of the University of South Carolina's website (see link).

The Conference Co-chairs are Michael Dickson (University of South Carolina) and Angela Sun (Washington and Lee University). 

2026 Conference Committee
Jeremy Killian (University of Memphis)
Kyle Kirby (University of Arizona)
Tyler Olsson (Auburn University)
Guy Rohrbaugh (Auburn University)
Zachary Weinstein (Auburn University)

All inquiries can be sent to SouthernAestheticsWorkshop@gmail.com. 

CFP: The call for papers is closed as of June 15, 2026. 

The preliminary program will be posted soon: keep your eyes peeled!

*Details about lodging and travel will be posted on this webpage as they become available.*

Policies on Discrimination, Harassment, and Respectful Behavior

The ASA Policies (effective July 12, 2019) will be in effect for this meeting.  The ASA Divisional Ombudsperson, Ley Cray, will be present throughout the meeting for informal conversations about the ASA's Policies on Harassment, Discrimination, and Respectful Behavior.

Guidelines for Presenters at ASA Meetings
Guidelines for Accommodations at ASA Meetings
Guidelines for Session Chairs 

All persons on the program other than invited special speakers—including presenters,
commentators, and chairs—must have active ASA membership.

Registration is $30 for Regular ASA members (including emeritus), and $15 for those with student or unemployed membership types. In order to receive the correct rate, you must log in as an ASA member before you purchase registration.

The workshop will be open to anyone
registered.

Presenters with no other access to travel funds may be considered for Irene H.
Chayes Travel grants from the American Society for Aesthetics. To apply, please note in your
submission email that you wish to be considered and include an estimate of your travel costs.

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