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If you have been waiting to register for #2026APPAM, it's time! Register by 10/27 at 11:59 pm PST to avoid the rate increase and the on-site registration line. Register now: https://ow.ly/Tiaf5101mtN

Will we see you at in Boston at #2026APPAM? If so, make sure you register for this Super Mentor webinar: Getting Ready for #2026APPAM. It's suitable for all attendees, and you'll learn networking tips, scheduling best practices, and more! Register: https://ow.ly/9CZc5100Ixm

Congratulations to Joe LaBriola, the recipient of the Raphael W. Bostic Fellowship for Economic Opportunity! Joe is recognized for his innovative research examining how housing policy and housing markets shape economic and racial inequality. Learn more: https://ow.ly/3Asl5100IuV

Congratulations to Antonia Vazquez, the recipient of the APPAM PhD Dissertation Award for her innovative research on how public policy shapes human capital, well-being, & outcomes for vulnerable populations. Read more: https://ow.ly/hcic5100zu2

Meet the editorial team of the Journal of Policy Implementation & Evaluation (JPIE)! Seth Freedman, Anthony LoSasso, Katherine Michelmore, Travis St. Clair, Katie Vinopal, & Coady Wing Learn more about JPIE: https://ow.ly/PjYx50ZZOHq

There is still time to register for today's 1PM ET webinar - Building Early Childhood Policy: A National Effort. Learn more & register: https://ow.ly/sPqG50ZZJCu

Happy World Statistics Day! Good policy starts with good data. Statistics help researchers & policymakers understand what’s happening, evaluate what works, & make better-informed decisions. Today, we’re celebrating those whose work helps turn evidence into action.

Congratulations to Mehdi Nemati, the recipient of the World Citizen Prize in Environmental Performance for his sustained contributions to understanding & addressing critical environmental & natural resource challenges, particularly in water, land, & climate policy. Read: https://ow.ly/GXZ050ZWObB

Catch Postdoctoral Researcher Tessa Nápoles presenting at the session, "Beyond the Rapid Rehousing Cliff: Evidence from a Cash Transfer Pilot for Families Exiting Homelessness," at the @appam.bsky.social Fall Research Conference, Nov 5-7, Boston, MA: www.appam.org/events/2026a...

Don't forget to register for our last Policy on the Rocks of 2026. This time, we are taking it to Northeastern University in Boston for Together We Can: The Many Flavors of Policy-Relevant Scholarship. Don't miss pre-conference networking after the discussion! Register: https://ow.ly/H5gg50ZXmha

The field of early childhood policy is growing & so is the need for leaders prepared to shape policies for young children & their families. Join APPAM & ECPIHE leaders for a discussion of the initiative’s progress, impact, and future goals. Register: https://ow.ly/WLFA50ZVZG6

Congratulations to the recipients of the 2026 APPAM Excellence, Equity, & Inclusion Undergraduate Fellowship! We are looking forward to celebrating you at #2026APPAM. Learn more: https://ow.ly/pThT50ZUxYC

You've registered for your first APPAM Fall Research Conference- now what? Let us help you! APPAM Super Mentors will answer your questions & provide tips to make the most out of your time in Boston. Register now for this helpful webinar: https://ow.ly/8Jtf50ZWWqi

Don't forget to register for our webinar tomorrow with AI expert, Brian Heseung Kim of Open Augments. Bring your questions, concerns, & ideas at all levels of technicality & experience for Brian to address, with resources, guidance, & opportunities. Learn more: https://ow.ly/3KPi50ZWW8z

Congratulations to Susan Gooden, recipient of the William Spriggs Memorial Award. For 3+ decades of scholarship & leadership advancing understanding of race, social equity, & the role of public institutions in creating more equitable outcomes. Read more: https://ow.ly/gm7050ZWO5n

Congratulations to Peter Schochet, the recipient of the Peter H. Rossi Award for his career-long contributions to advancing the theory and practice of program evaluation! Read more: https://ow.ly/qwQ950ZWO1K

What does it take to build a strong pipeline of leaders in early childhood policy? Join us for a conversation on the seven-year journey of the Early Childhood Policy in Institutions of Higher Education initiative & its vision for the future. Register: https://ow.ly/QXZ850ZVZBe

Congratulations to the recipients of the 2026 APPAM Excellence, Equity, & Inclusion Young Professionals Fellowship! We are looking forward to celebrating you at #2026APPAM. Learn more: https://ow.ly/Gwlm50ZUy8O

You got tenure. Now what? Join APPAM tomorrow, 10/7 for “Beyond Tenure: Getting to Full Professor,” a conversation on navigating promotion, research productivity, leadership, & the next stage of your academic career. Register: https://ow.ly/lT9A50ZTBQr

Congratulations to the recipients of the 2026 APPAM Excellence, Equity, & Inclusion Student Fellowship! We are looking forward to celebrating you at #2026APPAM. Learn more: https://ow.ly/W54C50ZUxRh

AI is around every corner - do you have questions? We are here to help! AI expert Brian Heseung Kim from Open Augments is hosting virtual office hours. Bring your questions, concerns, & ideas for Brian to address, with resources & guidance. Register: https://ow.ly/yVyX50ZUv2r

What does it take to move from associate to full professor? APPAM’s “Beyond Tenure” webinar will offer practical guidance from experienced policy researchers on building momentum, taking on leadership roles, & advancing your academic career. Register: https://ow.ly/CK3W50ZTBKB

So much is going on at APPAM; we couldn't narrow it down to a top 3. So this week, you get 4 very important things! Read here: https://ow.ly/Zb2P50ZTaEq

Don't give up on using AI responsibly; bring your questions to our Virtual Office Hours with an AI Expert on Oct 14. Open Augments Brian Heseung Kim will answer all your questions, no matter your experience level. Register: https://ow.ly/pg2W50ZSONz

Happy National Coffee Day! The APPAM staff runs on caffeine, especially with #2026APPAM right around the corner. How do you take YOUR coffee?

Tomorrow! Join APPAM & Overton for a webinar exploring how policy citation data helps researchers understand & demonstrate the real-world impact of their work. Hear from past grant recipients & learn about the upcoming Policy Impact Grant cycle. Register today: https://ow.ly/4LgI50ZSny9

Kick off #2026APPAM with Policy on the Rocks! Join us at Northeastern University for a panel discussion around the many flavors of policy relevant scholarship. Stay afterwards for some drinks, snacks, & networking. Learn more: https://ow.ly/5imH50ZR3IG

If you thought you were getting three things you should know from APPAM this week, you are in for a treat! This week has been so busy that there are SIX things you should know! Find out here: https://ow.ly/Xfjm50ZQCcB

What happens when research enters the policy conversation? Join us to explore the research-to-policy interface, featuring innovative projects from past Overton Policy Impact Grant recipients & insights into the upcoming grant cycle. Register: https://ow.ly/HY9T50ZF9NX

Today is the last day to be an #2026APPAM Student Ambassador! By volunteering you will help make the event a positive & welcoming experience for attendees, especially first-time conference goers. Learn more & apply: https://ow.ly/qOYN50ZPFtA

It's time to start planning your #2026APPAM experience! Download the official event app today to see all the amazing sessions, events, and presenters. Search your app store for 'EventPilot Conference' or use the QR code. Learn more: https://ow.ly/w9g450ZOLv0

Do you have questions about navigating AI? Silly question - of course you do! Join Brian Heseung Kim of Open Augments for his Virtual Office Hours. Bring your questions, concerns, or ideas, regardless of your skill level, & get practical guidance. Register: https://www.appam.org/events/ai-expert/

If you are wondering what is going on at APPAM this week, just know it is WEBINARS! Check it out: https://ow.ly/pcuS50ZOllV

How are you using AI? What tools do you recommend? Share it with your peers at #2026APPAM! The submission deadline for the AI Peer Learning Lab has been extended to Friday, September 18. Learn more: https://ow.ly/CAy350ZO0Im

No need to scramble to get your #2026APPAM Late Breaking Roundtable submission ready; we have extended the deadline to Friday, September 18 at 1 pm ET. Learn more: https://ow.ly/3jCr50ZO0EU

Tomorrow is your last opportunity to submit a Late Breaking Roundtable! Don't miss this chance to bring current topics to #2026APPAM. Learn more: https://ow.ly/f0XO50ZNse7

You still have time to join us tomorrow in Arlington for a panel discussion on education policy & the teacher shortage. Afterward, meet us on the rooftop for drinks, snacks, & networking! Register now: https://ow.ly/BOmv50ZNs29

The #2026APPAM room block is now closed & no additional rooms will be added. Please book your room nearby ASAP! As of right now, Copley Square Hotel has rooms for $298. Read more: https://ow.ly/6R8Y50ZNoqW

Congratulations to this year's David N. Kershaw Award recipient, Andrea Headley, from Georgetown University’s McCourt School of Public Policy. She received the award for her significant contributions to public policy & the fields of safety & justice. Read more: https://ow.ly/lN7c50ZME6S

You tried the AI tool. You figured out the workflow. You found a way to make your work a little easier. Now, share it! #2026APPAM’s AI Peer Learning Lab is looking for facilitators to share AI tools, use cases, workflows, & lessons learned. Learn more: https://ow.ly/z0qv50ZyFsG

Are you an active APPAM student member looking to give back during #2026APPAM? Apply now to be a student ambassador! Serve as a panel chair, assist conference attendees, and more. Apply now: https://ow.ly/smgY50ZM3NO

Is the teacher shortage a workforce problem or a structural one? Join us as our expert panel moves past quick fixes to explore how we can treat teaching as essential infrastructure. Register here: https://ow.ly/EtSq50ZIP8I

It is almost impossible to pick three things from APPAM to know this week, but we managed! Here's what you need to know: https://ow.ly/2bWb50ZLfPn

Late Breaking Roundtables are designed for issues that have emerged since conference submissions closed & need to be discussed now. A limited number of submissions will be accepted. If you have a timely proposal, now is the time to submit: https://ow.ly/m0ae50Zy5Yw

Researchers: Want to see your workforce development research connect with the people shaping policy & practice? Only a few days remain to apply for APPAM’s Innovation Day & bring your expertise to a collaborative conversation focused on real-world workforce challenges. https://ow.ly/pZ1C50ZGA1V

Your research has a story beyond the journal article. APPAM’s 2026 Innovation Day brings researchers, policymakers, & practitioners together to explore workforce development challenges, exchange ideas, & build new connections. Researchers are encouraged to apply: https://ow.ly/gKoc50ZGzQI

Your research may have an impact beyond academia. But how do you find & measure it? Join APPAM & Overton to explore policy citation data, hear lightning talks from past Policy Impact Grant recipients, & learn how you can apply for the 2026–2027 grant cycle. Register today: https://ow.ly/uu5250ZF9JH

Have you been an APPAM member for 3+ years & have experience in AI? We need you! Apply now to join the AI Committee & help define AI's role in public policy research by clarifying the landscape, exploring ethical considerations, & developing guidance for adoption. More: https://ow.ly/y67O50ZJobT

#2026APPAM rooms are filling up fast! If you want to stay at the main hotel, definitely grab your spot as soon as you can. No worries if you miss out, though; there are plenty of other great hotels just a short walk away! More information: https://ow.ly/q3p350ZIX90

💭 What role should HSAs play in making health care more affordable? Join Sherry Glied, Stephen Parente, and LDI’s David Grande on September 11 to explore #HealthPolicy questions about consumer-directed health care, including affordability, access and outcomes. Register here: https://bit.ly/3Uo81nq