93rd Annual Meeting of the Southeastern Section of the American Physical Society 

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The Department of Physics at Kennesaw State University is pleased to welcome physicists, students, educators, and researchers to the 93rd Annual Meeting of the Southeastern Section of the American Physical Society (SESAPS 2026), taking place November 12–14, 2026, at the KSU Center in Kennesaw, Georgia.

SESAPS 2026 will bring together the physics community from across the Southeast for scientific sessions, student oral and poster presentations, networking, professional development, and annual SESAPS activities and awards. Undergraduate and graduate students are especially encouraged to attend, present their work, and connect with faculty, researchers, graduate programs, and peers from across the region.

About SESAPS

The Southeastern Section of the American Physical Society (SESAPS) was established in 1937 to advance and share physics knowledge across the southeastern United States. The section serves physicists in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

The annual SESAPS meeting brings together faculty, researchers, postdoctoral scholars, graduate and undergraduate students, and educators for research presentations, physics education discussions, student engagement, and community-building across the discipline.

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Program Overview

The SESAPS 2026 program will feature invited and contributed talks, poster presentations, student-focused activities, networking opportunities, and annual SESAPS events and awards. Final session topics, invited speakers, and the detailed schedule will be posted as they become available.

  • Scientific sessions: Invited and contributed talks across physics research and education.
  • Student poster session: A dedicated opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students to present their research and receive feedback.
  • Student presentation awards: Recognition for outstanding student oral and poster presentations.
  • Banquet and awards: A conference banquet and annual SESAPS award recognitions, pending final program details.
  • Networking: Opportunities to connect with researchers, educators, students, and regional physics organizations.

  • Registration and abstract submission for SESAPS 2026 will be handled through APS. Please check back for official links, rates, deadlines, and program updates as they become available.

    • APS Event Page: https://www.aps.org/events/2026/93rd-annual-meeting-sesaps-2026
    • Registration: Registration will open through APS. Rates and deadlines will be posted soon.
    • Abstract Submission: Abstract submission will open through APS for contributed talks and posters across all areas of physics.
    • Schedule: The meeting schedule and program will be posted when available.
    • Important Dates: Registration, abstract submission, and students’ travel support deadlines will be posted soon.

 

  • SESAPS 2026 will be held at the KSU Center, located near Kennesaw State University and conveniently accessible from I-75.

    • Primary Venue: KSU Center, 3333 Busbee Drive NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144
    • Kennesaw Campus: 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144
    • Marietta Campus: 1100 South Marietta Parkway SE, Marietta, GA 30060
    • Venue Link: https://calendar.kennesaw.edu/ksu_center
    • Use the KSU interactive map for campus navigation, building locations, parking areas, and visitor directions: https://maps.kennesaw.edu/

 

  • Airport

    The closest major airport is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Attendees should plan for ground transportation from ATL to Kennesaw; travel time will vary depending on traffic.

    Driving Directions

    From I-75, take Exit 271 / Chastain Road, follow Chastain Road toward Busbee Drive NW, and continue to KSU Center. Additional directions and drop-off details will be posted closer to the meeting.

    Ground Transportation

    Ride share, taxi, and rental cars are convenient options for travel between ATL, Kennesaw, nearby hotels, and local restaurants. Public transportation is also available through MARTA and CobbLinc; attendees should check current schedules before travel.

    Parking

    Free event parking will be available for SESAPS 2026 attendees in designated KSU Center parking lots during the conference dates. No permits or parking vouchers will be required in the approved event lots.

 

  • Several hotels are located near KSU Center, Kennesaw State University, Town Center, and the I-75 / Chastain Road area. The official conference hotel and primary room block will be announced soon. Nearby lodging options include:

    • Comfort Suites at Kennesaw State University
    • SpringHill Suites by Marriott Atlanta Kennesaw
    • Hampton Inn Atlanta Kennesaw
    • Sonesta ES Suites Atlanta Kennesaw Town Center
    • Embassy Suites Atlanta - Kennesaw Town Center
    • Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta NW / Kennesaw Town Center

Student Travel Support and Awards

Travel support is available for undergraduate and graduate students in the SESAPS region who are SESAPS members and first authors on research papers presented in a SESAPS session. APS members may join SESAPS for free through the SESAPS website by selecting “Join This Unit.”

Approximately $10,000 will be available, with awards of up to $500 per student. The application deadline is typically one week after the abstract deadline. A link to the application portal will be made available soon.

Contact Information

For conference questions, please contact the local organizing team:

  • Program Chair: Dr. Vandana Tripathi, Department of Physics, Florida State University, Chair-Elect, Southeastern Section of the American Physical Society