Annual Conference and FCDI Debate Tournament
Each year the Academy of American Civic Republicanism hosts a major public conference featuring scholarly panels and the Florida Civics and Debate Initiative (FCDI) high-school debate tournament (approximately 150 participants).
Call for Papers and Panel Proposals
The Academy of American Civic Republicanism invites proposals for papers and panels for its inaugural conference:
The Idea of a Republic: Past, Present, and Future
February 5–6, 2027
University of West Florida | Pensacola, Florida
The conference will explore the republic as a distinct regime type from its classical origins to its modern expressions. We welcome proposals that engage the historical, philosophical, constitutional, economic, and civic dimensions of republican government.
Submissions from scholars in history, political science, philosophy, economics, law, classics, and related disciplines are especially encouraged, though proposals from all relevant fields are welcome.
Suggested Topics
Topics may include, but are not limited to:
- Classical republicanism
- Renaissance republican thought
- The American Founding and constitutionalism
- Civic virtue and citizenship
- Liberty, commerce, and self-government
- Republicanism and democratic institutions
- Comparative republican traditions
- Federalism and constitutional design
- The future of republican government
Individual Paper Proposals
Please submit the following:
- A 250–300 word abstract
- A provisional paper title
- A brief biographical statement (approximately 100 words)
Panel Proposals
We welcome proposals for organized panels. Panel submissions should include:
- A panel title
- A brief description of the panel's theme
- The names and institutional affiliations of all proposed participants
- A 250–300 word abstract and provisional title for each paper
- A brief biographical statement for each participant
Important Dates
- Submission Deadline: October 10, 2026
- Notification of Acceptance: October 15, 2026
- Conference: February 5–6, 2027
Submission Information
Please send all proposals and any questions to:
civicacademy@uwf.edu
We look forward to receiving your submissions and to welcoming scholars from across disciplines for what promises to be a stimulating conversation on the idea of the republic and its enduring significance.
