Call for Proposal Image for the 2026 Institute of Urban Education's Annual Research Symposium. Transformation in Action: Critical Questions in Urban Education and Communities

Call For Proposals

The Universities of Wisconsin Institute for Urban Education is accepting presentation proposal submissions for our annual research symposium on the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee campus.

The symposium will be an opportunity to engage with relevant and critical research focused on urban education. The following submissions are welcome:

  • all topics
  • previously presented
  • early stage
  • empirical studies
  • action research
  • conceptual papers

Questions

If you have questions about your proposal, please contact:
Dr. Leanne Evans at iue-info@uwm.edu

Who Should Participate

Undergraduate and graduate students, university faculty, PreK-12 teachers, educational leaders, school support professionals, and community members are encouraged to participate.

In-person and virtual presentation opportunities available!

Important Deadlines

  • Presentation proposal deadline: February 23, 2026
  • Presentation confirmation: March 2, 2026
    Event details will be available upon presentation confirmation
  • Institute for Urban Education – Annual Research Symposium:
    April 30 & May 1 | University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee
    1 – 2 day registration options available

Annual Research Symposium – Call for Proposals
Download flyer (.pdf)

Abstract Guidelines

  • Presentation Format Options:
    poster, roundtable, and/or virtual roundtable
  • Abstract Length:
    250-300 words (target length)
  • Format:
    proposals will be accepted via Google Forms using the submission link

Proposal Submissions

Submit your presentation proposal by February 23, 2026 using the link below.