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So much is going on at APPAM; we couldn't narrow it down to a top 3. So this week, you get 4 very important things! Read here: ow.ly/Zb2P50ZTaEq

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Don't give up on using AI responsibly; bring your questions to our Virtual Office Hours with an AI Expert on Oct 14. Open Augments Brian Heseung Kim will answer all your questions, no matter your experience level. Register: ow.ly/pg2W50ZSONz

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Happy National Coffee Day! The APPAM staff runs on caffeine, especially with #2026APPAM right around the corner. How do you take YOUR coffee?

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Tomorrow! Join APPAM & Overton for a webinar exploring how policy citation data helps researchers understand & demonstrate the real-world impact of their work. Hear from past grant recipients & learn about the upcoming Policy Impact Grant cycle. Register today: ow.ly/4LgI50ZSny9

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Kick off #2026APPAM with Policy on the Rocks! Join us at Northeastern University for a panel discussion around the many flavors of policy relevant scholarship. Stay afterwards for some drinks, snacks, & networking. Learn more: ow.ly/5imH50ZR3IG

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

If you thought you were getting three things you should know from APPAM this week, you are in for a treat! This week has been so busy that there are SIX things you should know! Find out here: ow.ly/Xfjm50ZQCcB

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

What happens when research enters the policy conversation? Join us to explore the research-to-policy interface, featuring innovative projects from past Overton Policy Impact Grant recipients & insights into the upcoming grant cycle. Register: ow.ly/HY9T50ZF9NX

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Today is the last day to be an #2026APPAM Student Ambassador! By volunteering you will help make the event a positive & welcoming experience for attendees, especially first-time conference goers. Learn more & apply: ow.ly/qOYN50ZPFtA

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

It's time to start planning your #2026APPAM experience! Download the official event app today to see all the amazing sessions, events, and presenters. Search your app store for 'EventPilot Conference' or use the QR code. Learn more: ow.ly/w9g450ZOLv0

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Do you have questions about navigating AI? Silly question - of course you do! Join Brian Heseung Kim of Open Augments for his Virtual Office Hours. Bring your questions, concerns, or ideas, regardless of your skill level, & get practical guidance. Register: www.appam.org/events/ai-expert

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

If you are wondering what is going on at APPAM this week, just know it is WEBINARS! Check it out: ow.ly/pcuS50ZOllV

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

How are you using AI? What tools do you recommend? Share it with your peers at #2026APPAM! The submission deadline for the AI Peer Learning Lab has been extended to Friday, September 18. Learn more: ow.ly/CAy350ZO0Im

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

No need to scramble to get your #2026APPAM Late Breaking Roundtable submission ready; we have extended the deadline to Friday, September 18 at 1 pm ET. Learn more: ow.ly/3jCr50ZO0EU

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Tomorrow is your last opportunity to submit a Late Breaking Roundtable! Don't miss this chance to bring current topics to #2026APPAM. Learn more: ow.ly/f0XO50ZNse7

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

You still have time to join us tomorrow in Arlington for a panel discussion on education policy & the teacher shortage. Afterward, meet us on the rooftop for drinks, snacks, & networking! Register now: ow.ly/BOmv50ZNs29

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

The #2026APPAM room block is now closed & no additional rooms will be added. Please book your room nearby ASAP! As of right now, Copley Square Hotel has rooms for $298. Read more: ow.ly/6R8Y50ZNoqW

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Congratulations to this year's David N. Kershaw Award recipient, Andrea Headley, from Georgetown University’s McCourt School of Public Policy. She received the award for her significant contributions to public policy & the fields of safety & justice. Read more: ow.ly/lN7c50ZME6S

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

You tried the AI tool. You figured out the workflow. You found a way to make your work a little easier. Now, share it! #2026APPAM’s AI Peer Learning Lab is looking for facilitators to share AI tools, use cases, workflows, & lessons learned. Learn more: ow.ly/z0qv50ZyFsG

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Are you an active APPAM student member looking to give back during #2026APPAM? Apply now to be a student ambassador! Serve as a panel chair, assist conference attendees, and more. Apply now: ow.ly/smgY50ZM3NO

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Is the teacher shortage a workforce problem or a structural one? Join us as our expert panel moves past quick fixes to explore how we can treat teaching as essential infrastructure. Register here: ow.ly/EtSq50ZIP8I

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

It is almost impossible to pick three things from APPAM to know this week, but we managed! Here's what you need to know: ow.ly/2bWb50ZLfPn

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Late Breaking Roundtables are designed for issues that have emerged since conference submissions closed & need to be discussed now. A limited number of submissions will be accepted. If you have a timely proposal, now is the time to submit: ow.ly/m0ae50Zy5Yw

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Researchers: Want to see your workforce development research connect with the people shaping policy & practice? Only a few days remain to apply for APPAM’s Innovation Day & bring your expertise to a collaborative conversation focused on real-world workforce challenges. ow.ly/pZ1C50ZGA1V

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Your research has a story beyond the journal article. APPAM’s 2026 Innovation Day brings researchers, policymakers, & practitioners together to explore workforce development challenges, exchange ideas, & build new connections. Researchers are encouraged to apply: ow.ly/gKoc50ZGzQI

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Your research may have an impact beyond academia. But how do you find & measure it? Join APPAM & Overton to explore policy citation data, hear lightning talks from past Policy Impact Grant recipients, & learn how you can apply for the 2026–2027 grant cycle. Register today: ow.ly/uu5250ZF9JH

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Have you been an APPAM member for 3+ years & have experience in AI? We need you! Apply now to join the AI Committee & help define AI's role in public policy research by clarifying the landscape, exploring ethical considerations, & developing guidance for adoption. More: ow.ly/y67O50ZJobT

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

#2026APPAM rooms are filling up fast! If you want to stay at the main hotel, definitely grab your spot as soon as you can. No worries if you miss out, though; there are plenty of other great hotels just a short walk away! More information: ow.ly/q3p350ZIX90

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PennLDI @pennldi.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

💭 What role should HSAs play in making health care more affordable? Join Sherry Glied, Stephen Parente, and LDI’s David Grande on September 11 to explore #HealthPolicy questions about consumer-directed health care, including affordability, access and outcomes. Register here: bit.ly/3Uo81nq

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Consumer-Directed Health Care: Promise or Pitfall

This panel will examine the evidence and policy outlook for consumer-directed health care as a federal solution to expanded coverage, with a focus on affordability, access, and health outcomes.

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

There are just a few more days to submit your nomination for the APPAM Policy Council. Make a difference not only in the organization, but in the field of public policy. Learn more: ow.ly/TXRX50ZIjpo

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Too busy to digest the APPAM Weekly Update? Don't worry - here are the top three things you need to know this week. Read: ow.ly/Wuch50ZIjsE

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Got 20 minutes & an AI workflow worth sharing? #2026APPAM’s AI Peer Learning Lab gives you the opportunity to lead a short, interactive tutorial & share practical AI knowledge with colleagues across the policy community. Learn more: ow.ly/saYG50ZyFps

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Looking to grow your APPAM network while making a difference? Become a Student Ambassador at #2026APPAM! Help welcome attendees, support conference programming, build leadership experience, & receive a waived registration fee. Applications close Sept 21. Apply today: ow.ly/VsRa50ZtQZF

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Know an APPAM member who would make a great leader? Or interested in serving yourself? Submit a nomination for APPAM leadership and Policy Council by Sept. 4. Learn more: ow.ly/33Is50ZGvXP

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Have research that could inform the future of workforce development? Apply for APPAM’s 2026 Innovation Day, where researchers will share insights, engage with policymakers & practitioners, & explore opportunities for collaboration & impact. Learn more & apply: ow.ly/863150ZGzJj

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

You didn't think we would send you into the weekend without three things from APPAM this week, did you? Better late than never! Read more: ow.ly/Y9GW50ZGvSe

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

The best AI tips don’t always come from experts; they come from those who have figured out what works & are willing to share what they learned. #2026APPAM’s AI Peer Learning Lab features short, informal tutorials focused on real-world AI. Learn more: ow.ly/hCiX50ZyFfm

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

You can still register for today's webinar, Pitfalls & Possibilities: Strategies for Addressing Challenges that Mentees & Mentors Face. Our Super Mentors are ready to help you have a successful mentorship experience! Register now: ow.ly/avz450ZFyWw

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

How can we better understand the path from research to policy? Join APPAM & Overton for a webinar exploring how policy citation data can help researchers demonstrate and better understand the real-world impact of their work. Register: ow.ly/LV9G50ZF9HS

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Save your spot at #2026APPAM and your registration budget before early-bird registration closes tomorrow, 8/25! Register: ow.ly/mjTG50ZAt9V

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Some of the most important conversations happen in response to current events. Late Breaking Roundtables give the APPAM community a space to discuss emerging policy issues, share early insights, & identify opportunities for future research. Learn more: ow.ly/UUkS50Zy5OZ

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Conducting research in post-secondary education or workforce development? Apply for an Ascendium Education Group Travel Grant for #2026APPAM! PhD students & professionals are encouraged to apply by August 23. Learn more: ow.ly/xvOo50ZBXv1

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Whether you are a current mentor, a mentee, or interested in developing your mentorship skills, this webinar is not to be missed. Gain insights & best practices for turning challenges into opportunities for growth. Register: ow.ly/BNNt50ZBA1q

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Do you have about 5 minutes? Catch up with the top 3 things going on at APPAM this week! Read: ow.ly/e7EK50ZBsuz

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

What are you doing with AI others should know about? Maybe you’ve found a tool that saves you hours. Developed a workflow that works. Or learned a lesson the hard way. #2026APPAM’s AI Peer Learning Lab is about sharing practical experiences. Learn more: ow.ly/hCiX50ZyFfm

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

If you have been holding off on registering for Policy on the Rocks, co-hosted by Arnold Ventures, now is the time to reserve your seat! Tomorrow, join us for a thoughtful panel discussion on mental health, followed by networking & drinks. Register now: ow.ly/Uhi250ZAtWm

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

The countdown to #2026APPAM is on! Join the public policy research community in Boston for 3 days of new research, big policy conversations & plenty of opportunities to exchange ideas. Register by 8/25 to take advantage of early registration rates: ow.ly/a0EZ50ZAt4I

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Join our Super Mentors, Jason Coupet & Jenni Owen, for a webinar on avoiding common pitfalls in a mentor/mentee relationship. Turn challenges into opportunities for growth! Register: ow.ly/NSKR50ZzRTK

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

What public policy debate deserves a deeper, evidence-informed conversation? JPAM is seeking submissions for future Point/Counterpoint topics & authors. This series brings competing perspectives together to explore pressing policy questions & spark meaningful dialogue. ow.ly/qOX550ZyEq4

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Join APPAM & Arnold Ventures on Aug 18 for a timely discussion with researchers & practitioners exploring mental health care as a tool for crime prevention, intervention within the justice system, & successful reentry. ow.ly/WKpa50ZzAg7

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APPAM @appam.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

It's your last chance to register for tomorrow's webinar: Getting Started in Community-Engaged Policy & Management Research! Learn more: ow.ly/wEOE50Zz2A2

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