NASIG Proposal Resources
Upcoming calls from NASIG, deadlines TBD*
| Type of Session | Timing of Call |
|---|---|
| Conference Sessions (45 minute presentation including Q&A) | Call opens in November; submissions due in December |
| Snapshot Sessions (short 5-minute presentations) | Call opens mid-February; submissions due in mid-March |
| Great Ideas Showcase (posters) | Call opens mid-February; submissions due in mid-March |
| User Group Meetings | Call opens mid-March; Call closes mid-April |
*Dates are approximate and subject to change as conference planning proceeds. Please refer to calls for submission for the exact dates.
Submitting a Proposal FAQ*
Do I have to be a NASIG member to submit a proposal?
No! We welcome relevant proposals from all.
Do I have to be an expert in “everything librarian”?
No! Early-career librarians are always welcome to submit proposals. We are interested in your experiences.
What if my idea is a little outside the box?
Great! We are interested in hearing your thoughts and ideas. Others may be sharing your experiences.
*Based on - Hendley, Elizabeth. (2021, August 19). Don't Let These Myths Stop You From Submitting A Conference Proposal. NAFSA Blog.
Rubric for Successful Proposals
This guide can be used to inform your construction of a successful proposal. Although it is not the only measure used by the Program Planning Committee, it is meant both as a guide for those submitting proposals, and a metric to be consulted by those evaluating the proposals.
| Excellent | Good | Needs Improvement | |
| Topic relevance & audience |
Topic aligns with the NASIG Core Competencies, is well thought out, and has wide appeal. | Topic is described too generally, and/or is of interest only to certain user groups.Topic is unclear in focus or aims. | Topic is not timely or relevant to NASIG, and/or is unclear in focus or aims. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Learning Outcomes | Learning outcomes are clearly defined, timely, and relevant/important to the profession. |
Learning outcomes are present but more information is needed to understand their relevance. | Learning outcomes not provided, or not clearly defined. |
| Proposal Description | Description clearly defines what the proposed session will be about and what will happen during the session. Includes well-defined background and goals. | Description provides some information about what will be discussed but provides insufficient detail. Description is lacking background or goals. |
Description is short and provides minimal or vague information. Neither background nor goals provided. |
Last updated: November 4, 2025
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