2026 AARE Annual Conference
Dallas/Richardson, Texas
March 18-20, 2026
Held in conjunction with the FBD Annual Conference
Call for Submissions
We invite academicians, scholars, practitioners, and students to submit scholarly work and research in paper sessions, poster sessions, and panel discussions. All topic areas and methodologies of accounting, finance, and economics are welcomes. Non-member submissions are welcome. There is no submission fee.
For paper and panel sessions, click on the “Submission Form” button below.
For poster sessions, scroll down to the Poster Submissions section.
Submissions for the 2025 AARE Conference are now open!
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Poster Submissions
To submit a poster proposal, you may email a title page with a 250-word abstract to Dr. Kelly Noe at noekelly@sfasu.edu. Alternatively, please submit the Poster Submission Form.
For poster submissions and related questions, reach out to Dr. Kelly Noe at noekelly@sfasu.edu.
2026 Poster Submissions Form
Outstanding Educator Award and Lifetime Achievement Award
American Accounting Researchers & Educators is seeking nominations for two separate awards: Outstanding Educator Award and Lifetime Achievement Award. Both will be presented at the annual conference held in the spring of each year. AARE members may submit nominations. Self nominations are not permitted.
Award Nominations
The Award is intended to recognize individuals who have made significant contributions to accounting education, accounting educators, and AARE’s mission.
Eligibility
The award is reserved for AARE members - Individuals who have held AARE membership for at least three (3) of the past five (5) AARE fiscal years. Through December 31, 2029, membership in the Southwest Region of the American Accounting Association shall be recognized as equivalent to AARE membership. In recognition of AARE’s recent establishment, nominations for the Award presented through the 2035 Annual Conference may also consider candidates’ historical contributions to the Southwest Region of the American Accounting Association (SW-AAA). This transitional provision acknowledges the foundational role of SW-AAA in the development of AARE and ensures continuity in recognizing long-standing service and achievement within the academic accounting community.
Nomination Packet Requirement
A current Curriculum Vitae (CV) of the nominee.
A letter from the Nominator describing the nominee’s qualifications.
A letter from a current or former student of the nominee.
Complete the online Outstanding Educator Award Form.
Nominators are responsible for submitting a complete nomination materials packet for consideration. Alternatively, nominators must coordinate separate document submissions from each responsible party. Incomplete nomination packets will not be considered.
For details about AARE’s selection process and recommendation letter requirements, click on the button below.
Nomination period ends at 11:59 pm (CST) on September 15, 2025.
If you have any questions, email Marina Ruseva (AARE President) at myruseva@uh.edu
Outstanding Educator Award
2026 Outstanding Educator Award Nomination Form
Lifetime Achievement Award
The Award is intended to recognize individuals who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to AARE and have made substantial contributions to the academic accounting profession. These contributions may encompass excellence in teaching, research, service, and active support of AARE’s mission.
Eligibility
The award is reserved for AARE members - Individuals who have held AARE membership for at least three (3) of the past five (5) AARE fiscal years. Through December 31, 2029, membership in the Southwest Region of the American Accounting Association shall be recognized as equivalent to AARE membership. In recognition of AARE’s recent establishment, nominations for the Award presented through the 2035 Annual Conference may also consider candidates’ historical contributions to the Southwest Region of the American Accounting Association (SW-AAA). This transitional provision acknowledges the foundational role of SW-AAA in the development of AARE and ensures continuity in recognizing long-standing service and achievement within the academic accounting community.
Nomination Packet Requirements
A current Curriculum Vitae (CV) of the nominee.
A letter from the Nominator describing the nominee’s qualifications.
A letter from a current or former student of the nominee.
A letter from a current or former colleague.
Complete the online Lifetime Achievement Award Form.
Nominators are responsible for submitting a complete nomination materials packet for consideration. Alternatively, nominators must coordinate separate document submissions from each responsible party. Incomplete nomination packets will not be considered.
For details about AARE’s selection process and recommendation letter requirements, click on the button below.
Nomination period ends at 11:59 pm (CST) on September 15, 2025.
If you have any questions, email Marina Ruseva (AARE President) at myruseva@uh.edu
2026 Lifetime Achievement Award Nomination Form
Volunteer
AARE's success depends on contributions of many volunteers who help organize the conference. If you would like to serve as a reviewer or moderator, please click the button below to volunteer.
Registration
$20 AARE annual membership fee
$275 AARE and FBD conference fees* ($150* for students)
$325* late registration ($190* for students)
*Combined AARE and FBD conference fees
Registration will open in December 2025
Hotel Information
Renaissance Dallas Richardson Hotel
900 E. Lookout Drive
Richardson, TX 74082
Room Rate: Standard/Double Rooms starting $159/night
Transportation: 27 miles from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) and 17 miles from Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
A limited number of rooms have been reserved at the conference rate. Please plan on making your reservations as early as possible to take advantage of this special room rate. Note we cannot guarantee that any additional rooms will be available in the hotel once our block of rooms is sold out, even if the block is sold out before the cut-off date.
(February 26, 2026)
About Richardson, TX
Richardson is a vibrant inner suburb of Dallas.
Charles W. Eisemann Center for Performing Arts
A performance hall conveniently located within a short walking distance from the conference hotel!
(less than 100 ft)
The Galatyn Woodland Preserve
Ready for a morning run? Experience this 0.9-mile loop trail in the Galatyn Woodland Preserve
(0.3 miles)
The CORE District
The Richardson CORE District is a lively, entertainment destination with unique dining options, independent retailers and events.
(3 miles)
