Take a deep breath!

We know it’s quite a vast list, but we want you to be prepared! With Conference on the brain, take the time to peruse these fantastic awards, programs, and mentorship opportunities taking place at and around USITT19.

Below, you’ll find a digestible list of dates and deadlines making it easy to pick and choose what you’d like to apply for or what you’d like to be nominated for (hint, hint). Click the link to learn more. Then, start applying!

YDMT: OPEN // Closes: November 1

Rising Star: OPEN // Closes: November 20

Poster Sessions: OPEN // Closes: November 1

Board Mentorship: OPEN // Closes: October 15

Tech Expo: OPEN // Closes: October 15

Innovation Grants: OPEN // Closes: November 19 

International Travel Grants: OPEN // Closes: December 3

Young Designers and Technicians Forums: Opens: October 1 // Closes: January  4

SMMP: Opens: October 1 // Closes: November 15

Gateway: Opens: October 1 // Closes: November 26 

The Wally Russell Professional Mentoring Award: Opens: October 15 // Closes: January 15

Early Career Mentoring: Opens: November 1 // Closes: January 15


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