PAMLA’s 123rd annual conference comes to the Hyatt Regency Seattle this November 11-15. Thanks to our sponsors (the University of Washington, Pierce College District, Seattle University, and Western Washington University), faculty and students from these institutions can attend for free.
The conference opens with a Welcome Reception on Wednesday evening, November 11, and runs through Sunday afternoon, November 15.
Free Attendance
Any faculty member, graduate student, or undergraduate student from:
- University of Washington
- Pierce College District
- Seattle University
- Western Washington University
Free admission covers attendees only. If you are presenting, chairing, or presiding at a session, you still need to pay the standard registration fee.
PAMLA 2026
PAMLA brings together scholars from around the world for panels, creative writing readings, workshops, and social events. Faculty can drop in on sessions in their field and talk with international colleagues. Students get a firsthand look at a major humanities conference.
How to Join
- Browse the PAMLA 2026 Conference Schedule and pick the sessions you want to see.
- Come to the 3rd floor of the Hyatt Regency Seattle.
- Check in at the PAMLA Registration Desk to sign in and pick up your badge.
- Attend any panels, special sessions, creative readings, or plenaries that interest you.
Questions or Interest in Volunteering?
Have a question about attending or about specific sessions? Want to volunteer during the conference? Email Craig Svonkin at director@pamla.org.
Please share this post with your department, student listservs, and campus networks. We look forward to seeing you in Seattle!