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2026 Annual Conference

Consultation Sessions in New Orleans, Louisiana

January 14-17, 2026

In addition to regular workshops, KiND is now also offering personalized consulting sessions.

 

SPSA conference attendees can book a one-on-one consultation with one of our seasoned experts in academic writing and qualitative research where they will receive practical suggestions, thoughtful recommendations, and expert guidance and support.

 

Participants can choose either to receive targeted feedback on an existing manuscript or research plan, or to seek more general advice on their academic writing or on their approach to data collection or analysis.

Coaching / Consultation Sessions

Academic Writing

January 14th-16th, 2026

with

Dr. Diana L. Gustafson

Take advantage of 30-minutes of personalized one-to-one time with a twenty-year academic veteran. During your meeting, you’ll receive constructive criticism on a manuscript of your choosing or on a specific academic writing question.

During your meeting, you have the opportunity to get feedback either:
I) on a specific issue that you have with a manuscript you are working on; or
II) on a specific question about your research or writing plan.

Once you book your appointment, you will be given the opportunity to select which consultation option you prefer:
- Option I: you will be able to submit a manuscript for review (no later than one week prior to your appointment, maximum 3,000 words).
- Option II: you can share your question in advance, or just come to the appointment with your question in-hand.

Qualitative Research

January 14th and 15th, 2026

with

Dr. Trena M. Paulus

Book a 30-minute, one-on-one consultation with a seasoned expert in qualitative research methods, offering years of experience in both teaching and advising. During your session, you will have the opportunity to receive targeted feedback on a specific aspect of your research plan, whether related to data collection, analysis, or the writing of your results.

Qualitative Research

January 14th-17th, 2026

with

Dr. Lea Sgier

Book a 45-minute, one-on-one consultation with an experienced qualitative research specialist. Drawing on years of teaching and advisory experience, Dr. Sgier will provide focused, actionable feedback on a key aspect of your research or thesis — from refining your research design and data collection strategy to strengthening your analysis or writing your findings.

Quantitative Research and Political Science Publishing

January 15th and 16th, 2026

with

Dr. Jeff Gill

Join a 45-minute small-group consultation led by an experienced scholar in quantitative research and political science publishing. This interactive session offers participants the chance to discuss common challenges in research design, data analysis, or preparing work for publication. Through shared examples and collective feedback, you’ll gain practical insights and strategies to strengthen your own research and writing.

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