Routledge Award – Deadline extension

PSi #29 Assemble| London 2024

The Routledge Award, sponsored by Routledge, an imprint of Taylor and Francis,
embodies a commitment to global scholarship and the advancement of research
excellence at the postgraduate level. Routledge, known for its authoritative coverage
across traditional and emerging fields, reaches around the globe, publishing pioneering
achievements in science and technology to empower professionals and students alike
with the resources necessary for further advancement. In alignment with Routledge’s
dedication to reference-led content in specialist subject areas, the Routledge Award
seeks to recognize outstanding research presented within the academic program of the
Performance Studies international (PSi) conference. Through this award, Routledge and
PSi continue to uphold their shared commitment to fostering innovation, scholarly
inquiry, and interdisciplinary collaboration in the pursuit of academic excellence and
societal impact.

Who can apply?
The Routledge Award, generously sponsored by Routledge, is designed to honor research
excellence among postgraduate students. Eligible applicants must be graduate students
presenting their research findings at the PSi conference. We welcome scholars from various
academic disciplines within the humanities and social sciences to apply for this prestigious
award.

Selection Criteria
To qualify for consideration, applicants’ research presentations should meet the following
criteria:

 Originality of research topic and methodological approach.
 Contribution to advancing knowledge within the field.
 Topicality and relevance of research, whether politically, socially, philosophically, or
otherwise.
 Utilization of original or experimental presentation formats, and the significance of such
innovations.
 Consistency demonstrated in the research topic, method, and presentation format.
 Fluency in presentation delivery and/or a demonstrated commitment to engaging with
the audience.

Only applicants who have already had their proposal for a presentation accepted by the
organizers of the current PSi conference are eligible to receive the award.
Application Deadline: May 30, 2024
For more information on The Routledge Award and how to apply, please see below:

How to apply?
The application for the Routledge Award consists of:

1. 1-page CV
2. 500-word abstract that was submitted to the conference committee
3. Full paper presentation that will be presented at the conference
4. The contact details of two referees
5. Evidence of acceptance to the current PSi #29 conference
Send all these materials to the PSi Awards Officers:
psi2024awards@gmail.com
Please put ‘Routledge Award Application’ in the subject line.

When to apply?
The extended 2024 deadline for applications is: June 7th 2024.
What does this award consist of?
The Routledge Award includes:
 £150 worth of Routledge books
 A one-year subscription membership to Routledge Performance Research online

When will I know the result of my application?
Once a decision has been reached, the recipient will be notified directly in advance of the
conference. We expect this to happen by mid June.

What happens if I win?
If you win the Routledge Award, you will be notified via email with further instructions on how
to receive the award.

Elvis Bendana Rivas