Call For Proposals

The conference theme celebrates counseling psychology’s contributions to multicultural counseling and diversity and the profession’s work toward bridging differences and developing effective interventions at the individual, professional, organizational and societal levels. This call for proposals includes four types of programs: 1) symposia, 2) paper presentations, 3) poster presentations, and 4) roundtable discussions. Proposals related to one or more of the following topics are encouraged:

Multicultural Counseling
Diversity
Globalization
Social Justice
Advocacy
Multicultural Competencies

Work related to one or more of the following group identities, including:

Age Culture Disability-Ability Ethnicity Gender

Race Religion-Spirituality Relationship Status Sexual Orientation Socioeconomic Status

Counseling Outcome
Counseling Process
Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual Issues
Racism
Racial Identity
Women’s Issues
Multicultural Issues in Training/Supervision
Multicultural Issues in Career Counseling

While proposals related to the theme of the conference are encouraged, proposals addressing other contemporary professional and practice issues in counseling psychology are also welcome.

Symposia (50 minutes)

A symposium typically involves several extemporaneous presentations addressing a common theme. The views may or may not be supported by relevant data. First the chairperson will provide an overview of the issue. Then each participant will make an individual presentation. A brief question and answer period may follow.

Paper Presentations (10-15 minutes per paper)

Papers will be presented orally to an audience. Presentations are expected to be in the 10 to 15 minute range. Copies of the paper should be available for distribution.

Poster Sessions (50 minutes)

Poster material should briefly highlight the key components of the paper. Materials will be displayed, permitting informal exchanges between the presenter and interested parties. Copies of the paper should be available for distribution.

Roundtable Discussions (50 minutes)

Roundtable discussions are an opportunity for facilitators and participants to discuss a particular area of interest. This format allows for more discussion than is typical of the other formats.

General Instructions For Submission

1. Complete the Program Proposal Cover Sheet and attach it as the initial page of the proposal.

2. Be sure to indicate on the Cover Sheet whether the proposal is for a) symposium, b) paper presentation, c) poster session, or d) roundtable discussion.

3. The remainder of the proposal should be typed, double-spaced, with numbered pages, and should follow guidelines contained in Proposal Instructions

4. Names and other identifying information regarding the presenter(s) should appear only on the Cover Sheet. The remainder of the proposal should not contain identifying information, as proposals will be reviewed anonymously.

5. Please submit three (3) complete copies of the proposal, including the Cover Sheet, program proposal, and Abstract. Also include two self-addressed stamped envelopes. Send all materials to:

Patrick H. Munley, Ph.D
Conference Coordinator
Great Lakes Conference 2003
Counseling Psychology Program
Department of Counselor Education & Counseling Psychology
3102 Sangren Hall
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, Michigan 49008-5226

7. Review of Proposals - Each proposal will be reviewed anonymously by at least two reviewers. Final decisions about the acceptance of proposals will be made by the conference organizers and communicated to the submitters by February 25, 2003.

8. Submission of a proposal implies a commitment on the part of the submitter(s) to register, attend the conference, and present the program, if the proposal is accepted.