Frequently Asked Questions

If you're looking to learn more about the 2021 ASU Social Embeddedness Network Conference, below are a few common questions related to the virtual event. As new questions emerge, we will continue to update this page to help attendees and presenters find answers to questions they might have.

When will the conference take place?

The 2021 ASU Social Embeddedness Network Conference will take place on Wednesday, March 24, 2021, and Thursday, March 25, 2021. The conference agenda is still being finalized, but we anticipate sessions to take place synchronously each day from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. AZ Mountain Standard Time. The official schedule will be shared in early February 2021.

Where will the conference take place?

The 2021 ASU Social Embeddedness Network Conference is an online, virtual event. You do not have to travel to any specific location in order to join the conference. You can participate from anywhere you have Internet access. The conference is accessible from desktop, mobile and tablet devices.

What is the cost to attend the conference?

The 2021 ASU Social Embeddedness Network Conference is free to attend (and always has been!). Presenters share readily-accessible information, resources and strategies to help community engagement professionals leverage best practices for developing mutually beneficial partnerships. The conference hosts workshops on various issues and needs that are timely and relevant to community-university partnerships. Our goal is to ensure that as many community engagement professionals or those interested in community engagement can join the event to exchange knowledge, develop new connections and dive deeper into the field.

The conference is developed and hosted by the ASU Social Embeddedness Network in partnership with AccessASU. Since its inception, the conference has grown in size and attendance.

How do I apply to present?

Visit the 2021 ASU Social Embeddedness Network Conference website to learn more about what types of presentations we're looking for and under which categories you might want to present. We encourage all community-engaged professionals and those interested in community engagement to apply to present their stories and key insights about the work they do. Ready to submit? Click here.

What is a virtual conference?

A virtual conference is an online event that involves people interacting in a virtual environment rather than joining in-person. A virtual conference involves a dynamic, complex agenda that includes plenary sessions and breakout presentations. Attendees can customize their experience in real-time to design an agenda that is relevant and engaging. Learn more about last year's ASU Social Embeddedness Network Conference which took place virtually for the first time here.

Do I need to download or install any software to be able to attend the conference?

The 2021 ASU Social Embeddedness Network Conference will be hosted on Zoom, ASU's enterprise audio and video conferencing solution. You do not need to download or install any software to participate in this virtual conference. However, you will need access to the Internet. We highly recommend using the Zoom desktop client or mobile app to join the conference sessions.

Will I be able to take away information materials from the conference?

Yes. The 2021 ASU Social Embeddedness Network Conference will share additional materials and follow-up information from each presenter that gives permission. You can download these documents and share them with friends, colleagues and other community-engaged professionals.

How do I register for the conference?

Registration for the 2021 ASU Social Embeddedness Network Conference will open in February 2020. Visit the conference website for the latest updates and announcements.

I am a presenter/speaker at the event, what should I do?

We will contact you directly regarding your participation in the program.

What if I am not available during the virtual conference dates?

Content and session recordings will be available on-demand following the 2021 ASU Social Embeddedness Network Conference, for all registered participants.

Who do I contact for other questions?

If you have any additional questions, please reach out directly to Christina Ngo, Director of Social Embeddedness, via email at Christina.Ngo@asu.edu.