ASA Conference Papers
Learn to cite sociology conferences, social research presentations, and academic meetings using the ASA citation style.
Basic Conference Paper Format
ASA style uses author-date format for conference papers. Include presentation details, conference information, and location.
Standard Format:
Author, First. Year. "Title of Presentation." Paper presented at Conference Name, Month Date, Location.
Sociology Conference Presentations
American Sociological Association Annual Meeting:
Johnson, Mary K., Amanda R. Smith, and Peter J. Wilson. 2023. "Social Stratification and Educational Mobility in Contemporary America." Paper presented at the American Sociological Association Annual Meeting, August 5-8, Philadelphia, PA.
In-text citation: Social mobility patterns continue to evolve (Johnson, Smith, and Wilson 2023).
Regional Sociological Society:
Rodriguez, Carlos A. and Linda K. Thompson. 2023. "Urban Community Development and Social Capital Formation." Paper presented at the Eastern Sociological Society Annual Conference, March 23-26, Boston, MA.
In-text citation: Community development initiatives show measurable impact (Rodriguez and Thompson 2023).
International Sociology Conference:
Chen, Li, Patricia J. Anderson, and Kevin E. Brown. 2023. "Globalization and Cultural Identity: Cross-National Comparative Analysis." Paper presented at the International Sociological Association World Congress, June 25-July 1, Melbourne, Australia.
In-text citation: Cultural identity research reveals complex patterns (Chen, Anderson, and Brown 2023).
Social Research Methods Presentations
Qualitative Research Methodology:
Miller, Jennifer D. and Emily M. Foster. 2023. "Ethnographic Approaches to Digital Communities: Methodological Innovations." Paper presented at the Qualitative Research Methods Conference, September 14-16, Denver, CO.
Mixed Methods Research:
Williams, Sarah K., Jason H. Lee, and Maria N. Taylor. 2023. "Integrating Quantitative and Qualitative Approaches in Social Network Analysis." Paper presented at the Mixed Methods International Research Association Conference, October 11-14, Prague, Czech Republic.
Survey Research Methods:
Parker, Benjamin J. and Diana N. Clarke. 2023. "Advanced Sampling Techniques in Population Studies: Addressing Non-Response Bias." Paper presented at the American Association for Public Opinion Research Annual Conference, May 11-14, Philadelphia, PA.
Specialized Sociology Areas
Medical Sociology:
Roberts, Karen L. and Thomas R. Harrison. 2023. "Healthcare Disparities and Social Determinants: Policy Implications." Paper presented at the American Sociological Association Medical Sociology Section Meeting, November 16-18, San Francisco, CA.
Environmental Sociology:
Thompson, Elizabeth K., Robert J. Wilson, and Michelle N. Davis. 2023. "Climate Change and Community Resilience: Sociological Perspectives on Adaptation." Paper presented at the Society for the Study of Social Problems Annual Meeting, August 10-12, New York, NY.
Digital Sociology:
Lopez, Christina M. and Steven J. Taylor. 2023. "Social Media and Identity Construction Among Adolescents: A Longitudinal Study." Paper presented at the Digital Sociology Mini-Conference, July 20-21, Chicago, IL.
Roundtables and Panel Discussions
Roundtable Discussion:
Anderson, Kelly L. 2023. "Teaching Sociology in the Digital Age: Pedagogical Challenges and Opportunities." Roundtable discussion at the American Sociological Association Annual Meeting, August 5-8, Philadelphia, PA.
Panel Presentation:
Foster, Jessica P. 2023. "Graduate Student Experiences in Sociology: Career Preparation and Professional Development." Panel presentation at the Midwest Sociological Society Annual Meeting, April 6-8, Minneapolis, MN.
Virtual and Online Conferences
Virtual Sociology Conference:
Morris, Brian L. and Teresa N. Hughes. 2023. "Remote Ethnography: Methodological Adaptations During the Pandemic." Paper presented at the Virtual Conference on Sociology Methods, June 15-17, online.
Webinar Series:
Richardson, Mark K. 2023. "Sociological Theory in Practice: Contemporary Applications." Presentation in the ASA Webinar Series, September 28, online.
ASA Conference Citation Guidelines
Presentation Types:
Distinguish between different presentation formats: papers, roundtables, panels, posters, and keynote addresses. Each may have slightly different citation requirements.
Author Information:
Follow ASA author guidelines for multiple authors. Use "and" for two authors, commas and "and" for three or more. Include full first names when available.
Conference Details:
Include complete conference information: full name, exact dates, and specific location (city, state/country). Use official conference titles.
Sociological Conference Hierarchy:
Consider the academic standing of sociology conferences:
- American Sociological Association Annual Meeting (premier venue)
- Regional sociological societies (ESS, MSS, PSS, SSS)
- International Sociological Association events
- Specialized section meetings and mini-conferences
- Interdisciplinary conferences with sociological content
Unpublished Work Considerations:
Conference presentations are typically unpublished work. Consider the preliminary nature of findings and the potential for later publication in different form.
Ethical Considerations:
Ensure proper permission to cite unpublished conference presentations. Some presenters may prefer not to have preliminary work cited until publication.