BSA Auto/Biography Summer Conference: Seasons
15-17 July 2026
Venue Reading, University of Reading, UK
About the Event
We are pleased to announce the theme for the Summer 2026 Auto/Biography Study Group conference is Seasons. Presentations will respond to ‘Seasons’ substantively, theoretically, methodologically and creatively.
The keynote will be given by Dr Mark Price who is an Associate Professor and Professional Doctorate in Education (EdD) Lead in the School of Education, St Mary's University, Twickenham. Mark’s paper is entitled: 'A time for every matter': seasoning a life narrative’.
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Registration
Registration includes ensuite accommodation and full board.
- BSA Member Registration: £450
- Auto/Biography Study Group Member Registration: £460
- Non-Member Registration: £490
Key Dates
- Abstract submission deadline: 5pm on 20 March 2026
- Abstract decisions notification: 30 March 2026
- Presenter booking deadline: 11 May 2026
- Delegate booking deadline: 8 June 2026
- Conference: 15-17 July 2026
Contact Us
All enquiries about the conference to the BSA Events Team.
Any queries about the Auto/Biography Study Group to Anne Chappell and Carly Stewart.