Join the NJHC and the Eagleton Institute of Politics on Tuesday, December 3rd at Rutgers – New Brunswick for the 2024 New Jersey History Conference! This year’s theme – Imperfectly Civil: History of Politics and Civics in New Jersey – will examine how New Jerseyans have historically engaged with civic life through elections, public debates, activism, and beyond in addition to exploring how we can support democracy today.

We are currently accepting proposals for full panel sessions, individual presentations, and lightning session presentations. The call for proposals is open to scholars, public historians, students, and members of the public.

Full Session Proposals

Full sessions for this conference will be 75 minutes. If proposing a panel with multiple speakers, please provide an abstract for each presentation as well as a short description of the session as a whole.

Call for Full Session Proposals
Submission Form
Due Date: August 23, 2024

Individual Presentation Proposals

Accepted individual presentation proposals will be combined with other presentations to create one 75 minute session. Each individual presentation will be scheduled for 15-20 minutes.

Call for Individual Proposals
Submission Form
Due Date: August 23, 2024

Lightning Session Proposals

Lightning session presentations are 5-minute presentations that feature new research, projects, or ideas. This is an excellent opportunity for students and emerging professionals to gain valuable conference experience and feedback.

Call for Lightning Session Proposals
Submission Form
Due Date: October 11, 2024

Questions?

Contact Rachel Thimke at rachel.thimke@sos.nj.gov