Share Your Innovation. Inspire Your Peers. Shape the Future.
Submit your abstract to the AWS Machine Learning University (AWS-MLU) Fall Symposium
Submission Deadline:
August 15, 2026
Notification of Acceptance:
August 20, 2026
Symposium Date:
September 22, 2026
Location:
Amazon Web Services, WAS16, 1770 Crystal Drive, Arlington, VA 22202
Available Poster Slots:
50
Understand Deeply. Think Critically. Build Intelligently.
We look forward to celebrating the creativity, scholarship, and novelty of faculty who are reimagining education through artificial intelligence.
Only 50 faculty posters will be accepted. We encourage early submission.
Faculty presenters will have the opportunity to:
Showcase innovative scholarship and educational practices
Exchange ideas with colleagues from institutions across the country
Build new interdisciplinary collaborations
Contribute to a growing national community advancing AI education
Inspire the next generation of faculty innovators
Suggested Topics
Submissions may include, but are not limited to:
AI in Teaching, Learning & Workforce Development
Generative AI in teaching and learning; curriculum innovation and instructional design; student workforce preparation and career readiness; faculty professional development and institutional transformation
AI-Enabled Research & Applications
AI-enabled research across disciplines; data science and machine learning applications; cybersecurity and AI; healthcare, agriculture, sustainability, and smart technologies; interdisciplinary AI projects
Responsible AI & Strategic Partnerships
Responsible and ethical AI; industry-academic partnerships
Abstract Guidelines
Celebrating the next generation of innovators who are ready to understand deeply, think critically, and build intelligently.
Maximum 300 words. Include:
Title
Author(s) and institution
Background or purpose
Methods or approach
Results or anticipated outcomes
Significance to higher education
Frequently Asked Questions
This FAQ prepares presenters for the digital AWS MLU 2026 Fall Symposium poster session, including registration, security clearance, venue logistics, presentation format, equipment needs, and required next steps.
Registration and Security
Q: What registration step is required before attending the symposium?
A: All presenters must complete the Brazen Connect registration immediately. This registration is required for AWS security clearance and is non-negotiable for entry to AWS HQ2.
Q: Which email address should presenters use when registering?
A: Presenters should use their ".edu" email account when completing registration because it supports easier institutional verification.
Symposium Logistics
Q: When and where will the symposium take place?
A: Day 1 will be held on September 21 at Howard University's Blackburn Center. Day 2 will be held on September 22 at AWS HQ2, located at 1770 Crystal Drive in Arlington, Virginia.
Q: Is parking available at AWS HQ2?
A: Free parking is not available at AWS HQ2. Presenters are encouraged to use public transportation, especially Metro, when traveling to the venue.
Q: Where can presenters find travel information?
A: Travel guidance, including hotel and transportation information, is available in the Brazen Connect portal.
Poster Session Schedule
Q: When are the poster sessions scheduled?
A: Poster sessions will take place on Day 2, September 22, at AWS HQ2. Student presentations are scheduled from 10:45 AM to 11:30 AM, and faculty presentations are scheduled from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM.
Q: How will poster presenters be organized?
A: Presenters will be grouped into topic-based cohorts, with each group presenting for approximately 30 minutes. A detailed presentation list will be shared in advance.
Q: Does the 8:30 AM "Poster Setup" agenda item apply this year?
A: No. The 8:30 AM "Poster Setup" item is a holdover from last year's agenda and does not apply to this year's digital poster format.
Digital Poster Format and Equipment
Q: Will presenters use paper posters?
A: No. The poster session is digital-only. Presenters should not bring paper posters.
Q: What display equipment will be available?
A: LCD screens on mobile carts will be used for presentations. Screens are expected to connect by HDMI, and mice will be provided. Presenters should assume the screens are not touch-enabled.
Q: What should presenters bring?
A: Presenters should bring their own laptop or presentation device, along with any proprietary HDMI adapters needed for reliable connection and optimal performance.
Q: What file formats are accepted for digital posters?
A: Accepted formats include PowerPoint, PDF, and PNG. Presenters should also upload a PDF backup of their poster to the shared OneDrive link.
Q: Can presenters use multiple slides or interactive demonstrations?
A: Yes. The digital format supports multi-slide presentations and interactive demonstrations, including examples such as VR headset demonstrations or additional slides for extensive co-author lists.
Presentation Expectations and Support
Q: How should presenters engage with attendees?
A: Presenters should actively explain their research to attendees, including AWS leadership, rather than relying on a static display.
Q: Why is the poster session important for students?
A: The session provides students with an opportunity to share their research with attendees and AWS leaders, and it may help students connect with potential internship opportunities.
Q: Will technical support be available?
A: Yes. On-site technical support will be available to help with connection issues.
Q: What should all presenters do now?
A: Presenters should complete Brazen Connect registration immediately, upload a PDF backup of their poster to the shared OneDrive, bring their own laptop or device with the necessary HDMI adapters, and check the Brazen Connect portal for the final presentation schedule.
