First Friday Forum

First Friday Forum brings Jones College faculty together to develop research through constructive feedback and conversation. Whether you are exploring a new question or refining a working paper, the Forum offers a welcoming setting to share your work and consider next steps.

Submit Your Research

Bring Your Work in Progress

We especially welcome early-stage projects and working papers. Presentations may focus on research questions, theoretical frameworks, study designs, or preliminary findings. A polished manuscript is not required.

How the Forum Works

Each 90-minute workshop features three projects. Each project is paired with a dedicated discussant, an experienced Jones College researcher who helps guide the conversation.

Each project receives 30 minutes:

  • 10 minutes for the author’s presentation
  • 10 minutes for open questions and answers
  • 10 minutes for table discussion

All Jones College faculty are welcome to attend, offer feedback, and learn alongside colleagues without having to present.

Spring 2027 Schedule

Join us for the inaugural First Friday Forum sessions.

DateTime
Friday, February 5, 20271:00–2:30 p.m.
Friday, March 5, 20271:00–2:30 p.m.
Friday, April 2, 20271:00–2:30 p.m.

Share Your Research

Complete the Research Presentation Submission Form and select First Friday Forum from the Presentation Series dropdown. Provide a tentative title, a brief project description, your preferred date, and the questions on which you would welcome feedback.

Submit Your Research

Questions? Contact Michael Erskine