Other Events

Public Affairs & Engagement Committee Open Meeting

The PAEC facilitates AAAL members’ focus on relevant social issues in the public sphere. During the Open Meeting, hosted on Saturday, March 28 at 12:00 pm, we will discuss the PAEC’s accomplishments (Applied Linguistics Briefs pilot project, conference presentations, position statements, newsletter articles, endorsements) and 2020 plans (advocacy, Applied Linguistics Briefs, professional development, outreach, interviews, op-ed pieces, blog posts, social media outreach) Interested in learning more and/or joining the Applied Linguistics and Social Justice listserv? Email Dr. Netta Avineri, PAEC Committee Chair (aaal@paec.org).

Sobremesa Reception

The Sobremesa Reception provides a space where community members, graduate students, and faculty from minoritized and underrepresented groups can socialize and build supportive networks within AAAL. The 2020 Sobremesa Reception will take place on Saturday, March 28 at 6:30 pm.

AAAL 2020 Mile High Fun Run

On Sunday, March 29th at 6:45 am, get an energizing start to your day and come join us for a 3 mile social run/walk along the beautiful Cherry Creek Trail in Downtown Denver!

Meeting Location: Sheraton Downtown Denver Hotel Lobby, near Sheraton's gym first floor.

Route: Out and Back: 3 miles along Cherry Creek Trail
See route: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2722508491

Open Forum to Discuss Future Directions for Online Education and Outreach

Do you have thoughts or ideas on how AAAL can further assist its current members through outreach, professional development, or more? If so, we want to hear from you! The AAAL Standing Committee on Online Education and Outreach is pleased to announce an open forum to be held on Sunday, March 29, at 12:30-1:45pm (room tba) at the upcoming AAAL 2020 conference in Denver. (Bring your lunch!) The Committee’s general goals are the increase of AAAL’s outreach to the general public and the scholarly community, the curation of online and web-based content, and the growth of AAAL’s social media presence. The purpose of this open forum is to explore the future directions of our newly formed Standing Committee by eliciting feedback and suggestions from all AAAL members on how we can best serve the needs and wants of the AAAL community. We aim to engage members and create a stimulating dialogue and discussion around topics such as web content development, social media channels, and professional development opportunities, all as a means to enhance the value of being a member of AAAL. For anyone interested but unable to attend, we encourage you to provide your feedback electronically by emailing us at AAALOnline@aaal.org We look forward to seeing you in Denver!

AAAL Reception - Hosted by University of Colorado at Denver

On Sunday, March 29, from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm, join your fellow AAAL members for some socializing at the Bavarian-inspired restaurant, Rhein Haus. Located close to Larimer Square right downtown, next to various shops, restaurants and bars. Enjoy house-made sausages, bratwurst, fresh-baked pretzels, and more, courtesy of CU Denver’s School of Education and Human Development. There is a large selection of German beers on tap that will be available for additional purchase as well as non-alcoholic refreshments. And there’s even a Bocce ball court so you can challenge your colleagues to a game!