Thank you!

Thank you to all who attended our 2023 Conference at the Tradewinds Resort, St. Pete Beach, Florida! We hope you all had a great time at the conference. Here is a little highlight of the conference

SPSA 2026 Call for Proposals

The Southern Political Science Association is requesting academic paper and panel proposals for its Read More →

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2026 SPSA Conference in New Orleans, LA

The SPSA will hold its 2026 Annual Conference at the Hilton Riverside in New Orleans, LA! The Conference will take place January 14-17, 2026.

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Deadline for 2026 Conference Proposals

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Get ready for our 2026 conference in New Orleans, LA!

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2025 SPSA Summer Virtual Meeting

The SPSA will hold its 2025 Annual Summer Virtual Meeting from June 16-17, 2025.

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The SPSA Welcomes B. D’Andra Orey as President

We are pleased to welcome Byron D’Andra Orey (D’Andra) of Jackson State University as the new President of the Southern Political Science Association. Dr. Orey takes over the role from Dr. Elizabeth Oldmixon …

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The SPSA Welcomes Mark Hurwitz as Executive Director

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The SPSA Announces The Retirement of Executive Director Robert Howard

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SPSA 2025 Overflow Hotel Rooms Now Available

The SPSA has secured overflow rooms with two hotels within walking distance of the conference. The Read More →

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Deadline for Discounted SPSA 2025 Registration

Register for the 2025 SPSA Conference in San Juan, Puerto Rico by November 30, 2024 to receive the lowest rates. Register here today!

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Hurricanes Helene and Milton Faculty Volunteers

SPSA Members,

As you undoubtedly know, Hurricanes Helene and Milton has affected a substantial number of our colleagues across the southeast.

As political scientists and human beings, many of us are undoubtedly struggling with how we can be of service without being of burden.

In speaking with colleagues at affected institutions, one significant shared concern is the pressure to return to the classroom—in whatever form that may take—while also trying to reb…

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