Emerging Scholars play a visible and active role in the Symposium. They chair live online sessions, help guide discussion, support presenters and participants, and contribute to the shared intellectual life of the event. Their role is central to what makes the Symposium distinctive: a focused, globally accessible space for exchange across regions, disciplines, and career stages.
As part of CGScholar’s Event (KX) environment, Emerging Scholars contribute to a wider online knowledge experience linking live sessions, Presentation Pages, digital media, discussion spaces, and publication pathways. Their work gains visibility before, during, and after the Symposium, extending participation beyond a single live session.
The Award includes complimentary Symposium registration, Research Network membership, and formal recognition during the event. Award recipients join a supportive, scholar-led community with opportunities for professional development, mentoring, and future collaboration.
Award recipients are expected to attend an online orientation and training session before the Symposium and participate fully by fulfilling assigned chairing and discussion-leading responsibilities.
The Award is open to graduate students and early-career scholars in a field relevant to the Symposium. Applicants should demonstrate strong scholarly promise and a commitment to collaborative online engagement.