Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I have to register for the conference? Is there a fee?
A: Our conference has an open attendance policy. Therefore, there is no registration process and no fee for either attending or presenting.
Q: I’m an undergraduate/faculty member/professional. Am I eligible to submit my work?
A: We intend this to be an interdisciplinary event hosted by and for graduate students working in the general fields of art and philosophy, as well as related disciplines. While everyone is welcome to attend, we want to ensure that the standard of the work being presented is consistent, and that all the presenters are able to engage in a similar level of dialogue. Thus, unfortunately we usually do not accept submissions from undergraduates, professors, or professionals, though we hope you will still consider attending!
Q: I'm a recently-graduated student, but I am not currently enrolled in a program. Am I eligible to submit my work?
A: Our conference is designed by graduate students for graduate students. Accordingly, we generally only review work from currently-enrolled graduate students at accredited institutions. Recently-graduated or prospective graduate students are welcome to attend, but are ineligible for submission.
Q: I’m a graduate student in a discipline other than Art or Philosophy. Am I eligible to submit my work?
A: Absolutely! While our past contributors have been predominantly students in Art History, Studio Art, Literature, and Philosophy, we also welcome submissions from graduates working in numerous other fields—Music, Cultural Studies, History, Women’s and Gender Studies, etc. In principle, all disciplines are welcome to submit, though some are more compatible with our philosophical orientation than others.
Q: My paper isn’t ready yet—can I just send an abstract?
A: No. All papers must be submitted in completed form by the deadline in order to be eligible. Abstracts without an accompanying paper will not be read by the review committee. Artwork does not need to be complete at the time of submission, but artwork submissions must include both an abstract and an accurate visual or aural representation of the piece(s) to be displayed during the conference.
Q: The deadline has already passed for submissions, but I have a paper/artwork that I really want to submit! Will you still accept it?
A: You may still be able to submit if the conference organizers have announced a deadline extension. Please feel free to contact the organizing committee (philosophyartconference@gmail.com) to inquire whether late submissions can be accepted, or if a deadline extension has been announced.
Q: Do you only accept papers that are conversant with the 'continental tradition' of philosophy?
A: Students working in any tradition of philosophy (or a related discipline) are welcome to submit their work. Bear in mind that the Stony Brook MA program is strongly oriented toward the study of continental methods, thinkers, and texts. 'Analytic' papers that demonstrate a productive and interesting philosophical voice and that foster a coherence with the other papers are welcome, though submitters should recognize that there will likely be a natural propensity toward 'continental' writers and ideas.
Q: What is the conference format like? What will there be for me to do?
A: The conference takes place over a period of two days. Each day’s schedule consists of a series of panels, each composed of approximately three or four graduate students delivering presentations of both papers and original artwork. Each panelist is allotted 20 minutes to present, and a faculty-moderated Q & A period follows when all panelists have finished presenting. (There are no simultaneous panels—all panels take place one at a time in the main conference hall/gallery.) Periodic breaks allow attendees to get refreshments and to view the artwork installations on display throughout the course of the conference. Friday evening culminates in the Philosophy Keynote Address, with a wine and cheese reception following. Saturday evening follows the same format but culminates in the closing remarks, usually delivered by a Stony Brook Philosophy Department faculty member, also followed by a reception.
Q: Will you provide any meals?
A: The conference does not offer meals for participants or attendees during the day. Panelists and faculty moderators are invited to attend the Keynote Dinner on Friday evening, free of charge. There are also evening wine and cheese receptions on both evenings of the conference which all attendees are invited to attend. For additional meals, please consult our Local Dining Options guide which lists a variety of affordable restaurants within close walking distance of the AC Institute. We will also have this on hand for you during the conference itself.
Q: I’m a panelist from out of town. Can you help me with travel expenses?
A: While we can’t offer any direct compensation for travel and accommodations, panelists can request to be housed with a graduate student from Stony Brook University. Make sure you contact us well in advance of the conference weekend to guarantee that we can find housing for you. Non-panelist attendees must find their own accommodations.
Q: I want to submit my artwork for exhibition. Can you help me with transportation or shipping costs?
A: We have been able to help some artists with minor logistical and shipping costs in the past. However, because the conference depends on student fundraising to cover its expenses, we cannot guarantee financial aid up front for artists who wish to display work at the conference. You should plan to submit work that you can afford to transport or have shipped to the conference location, but please inquire early about financial assistance for shipping or installation to be given consideration.
Q: What is the exhibition space like?
A: We are currently in the process of finalizing a space for the conference. Check back soon for detail regarding the exhibition space.
Q: How much can I alter the exhibition space to meet my requirements?
A: Please feel free to contact us so that we may determine to what extent we can accommodate your needs.
Q: How long will my artwork be on display?
A: Your work will be on display starting Thursday March 28, 2013 for the conference opening, for the duration of the conference (March 30-31).
Q: Do I have to be present at the conference to have my artwork displayed?
A: Yes, everyone whose work is accepted by the review committee must be present at the conference. Even if your artwork is only being featured during one of the evening receptions, you must attend the reception in order to engage in conversation about your work with other conference attendees. Remember, the goal of the conference is primarily cross-disciplinary dialogue, not individual exhibition.
Q: Will my presentation be published? Will I receive a copy of the publication?
A: All of the presentations given at the conference will be compiled and edited to produce a proceedings journal, which is posted on the conference website for download in PDF format. We are not able to produce a physical publication, but panelists may print the PDF document for their own private use. Publication in our online journal generally does not disqualify a paper from publication elsewhere.
Q: Do I have to register for the conference? Is there a fee?
A: Our conference has an open attendance policy. Therefore, there is no registration process and no fee for either attending or presenting.
Q: I’m an undergraduate/faculty member/professional. Am I eligible to submit my work?
A: We intend this to be an interdisciplinary event hosted by and for graduate students working in the general fields of art and philosophy, as well as related disciplines. While everyone is welcome to attend, we want to ensure that the standard of the work being presented is consistent, and that all the presenters are able to engage in a similar level of dialogue. Thus, unfortunately we usually do not accept submissions from undergraduates, professors, or professionals, though we hope you will still consider attending!
Q: I'm a recently-graduated student, but I am not currently enrolled in a program. Am I eligible to submit my work?
A: Our conference is designed by graduate students for graduate students. Accordingly, we generally only review work from currently-enrolled graduate students at accredited institutions. Recently-graduated or prospective graduate students are welcome to attend, but are ineligible for submission.
Q: I’m a graduate student in a discipline other than Art or Philosophy. Am I eligible to submit my work?
A: Absolutely! While our past contributors have been predominantly students in Art History, Studio Art, Literature, and Philosophy, we also welcome submissions from graduates working in numerous other fields—Music, Cultural Studies, History, Women’s and Gender Studies, etc. In principle, all disciplines are welcome to submit, though some are more compatible with our philosophical orientation than others.
Q: My paper isn’t ready yet—can I just send an abstract?
A: No. All papers must be submitted in completed form by the deadline in order to be eligible. Abstracts without an accompanying paper will not be read by the review committee. Artwork does not need to be complete at the time of submission, but artwork submissions must include both an abstract and an accurate visual or aural representation of the piece(s) to be displayed during the conference.
Q: The deadline has already passed for submissions, but I have a paper/artwork that I really want to submit! Will you still accept it?
A: You may still be able to submit if the conference organizers have announced a deadline extension. Please feel free to contact the organizing committee (philosophyartconference@gmail.com) to inquire whether late submissions can be accepted, or if a deadline extension has been announced.
Q: Do you only accept papers that are conversant with the 'continental tradition' of philosophy?
A: Students working in any tradition of philosophy (or a related discipline) are welcome to submit their work. Bear in mind that the Stony Brook MA program is strongly oriented toward the study of continental methods, thinkers, and texts. 'Analytic' papers that demonstrate a productive and interesting philosophical voice and that foster a coherence with the other papers are welcome, though submitters should recognize that there will likely be a natural propensity toward 'continental' writers and ideas.
Q: What is the conference format like? What will there be for me to do?
A: The conference takes place over a period of two days. Each day’s schedule consists of a series of panels, each composed of approximately three or four graduate students delivering presentations of both papers and original artwork. Each panelist is allotted 20 minutes to present, and a faculty-moderated Q & A period follows when all panelists have finished presenting. (There are no simultaneous panels—all panels take place one at a time in the main conference hall/gallery.) Periodic breaks allow attendees to get refreshments and to view the artwork installations on display throughout the course of the conference. Friday evening culminates in the Philosophy Keynote Address, with a wine and cheese reception following. Saturday evening follows the same format but culminates in the closing remarks, usually delivered by a Stony Brook Philosophy Department faculty member, also followed by a reception.
Q: Will you provide any meals?
A: The conference does not offer meals for participants or attendees during the day. Panelists and faculty moderators are invited to attend the Keynote Dinner on Friday evening, free of charge. There are also evening wine and cheese receptions on both evenings of the conference which all attendees are invited to attend. For additional meals, please consult our Local Dining Options guide which lists a variety of affordable restaurants within close walking distance of the AC Institute. We will also have this on hand for you during the conference itself.
Q: I’m a panelist from out of town. Can you help me with travel expenses?
A: While we can’t offer any direct compensation for travel and accommodations, panelists can request to be housed with a graduate student from Stony Brook University. Make sure you contact us well in advance of the conference weekend to guarantee that we can find housing for you. Non-panelist attendees must find their own accommodations.
Q: I want to submit my artwork for exhibition. Can you help me with transportation or shipping costs?
A: We have been able to help some artists with minor logistical and shipping costs in the past. However, because the conference depends on student fundraising to cover its expenses, we cannot guarantee financial aid up front for artists who wish to display work at the conference. You should plan to submit work that you can afford to transport or have shipped to the conference location, but please inquire early about financial assistance for shipping or installation to be given consideration.
Q: What is the exhibition space like?
A: We are currently in the process of finalizing a space for the conference. Check back soon for detail regarding the exhibition space.
Q: How much can I alter the exhibition space to meet my requirements?
A: Please feel free to contact us so that we may determine to what extent we can accommodate your needs.
Q: How long will my artwork be on display?
A: Your work will be on display starting Thursday March 28, 2013 for the conference opening, for the duration of the conference (March 30-31).
Q: Do I have to be present at the conference to have my artwork displayed?
A: Yes, everyone whose work is accepted by the review committee must be present at the conference. Even if your artwork is only being featured during one of the evening receptions, you must attend the reception in order to engage in conversation about your work with other conference attendees. Remember, the goal of the conference is primarily cross-disciplinary dialogue, not individual exhibition.
Q: Will my presentation be published? Will I receive a copy of the publication?
A: All of the presentations given at the conference will be compiled and edited to produce a proceedings journal, which is posted on the conference website for download in PDF format. We are not able to produce a physical publication, but panelists may print the PDF document for their own private use. Publication in our online journal generally does not disqualify a paper from publication elsewhere.
