Networking Excursion | Pre-Symposium Social | Opening Reception | Networking Lunch
SSLW 2006 Networking Excursion
Date/Time: October 22, 09:00-18:00
This year, SSLW will offer an optional networking excursion designed as a full-day of professional networking and cultural experience. The itinerary includes visits to Fushimi Inari Shrine, a traditional sake brewery and restaurant, a Uji matcha experience, a scenic walk along the Uji River, and Byodoin Temple (a World Heritage Site). The tour will conclude at the Pre-Symposium Social venue.
Registration will open on June 1 at 10 am (Japan Time). This is a ticketed event and is limited to the first 50 SSLW participants who sign up. Additional requests will be placed on a waiting list. Please note that the itinerary is tentative and subject to change.
More information is available at Networking Excursion.
Networking Excursion | Pre-Symposium Social | Opening Reception | Networking Lunch
SSLW2006 Pre-Symposium Social
Date/Time: October 22, 18:00-20:00
Location: TBA
Join us for an evening of conversation with L2 writing colleagues from around the world! The Pre-Symposium Social is a time-honored SSLW tradition since 1998. It is a way of welcoming SSLW participants who arrive in town early. Drinks and appertizers will be provided. If you are pre-registered, you can pick up your name tag during this social as well.
This is a ticketed event requiring pre-registration. Early-bird discount (limited quantity) is available until May 15 or until it is sold out—whichever is sooner.
Networking Excursion | Pre-Symposium Social | Opening Reception | Networking Lunch
Opening Reception (Tentative)
Date/Time: October 23, 2026, Time TBA
Location: TBA
This networking event is a chance to get to know L2 writing teachers and researchers from around the world.
Networking Excursion | Pre-Symposium Social | Opening Reception | Networking Lunch
Networking Lunch (Tentative)
Date: October 23, 24, 25, 2026
Location: SSLW Conference Venue
Join us for an opportunity to chat with fellow L2 writing researchers and teachers over Japanese-style bento lunch. The event is open to all participants but lunch must be pre-ordered for each day. The order form will be available by late August.
Networking Excursion | Pre-Symposium Social | Opening Reception | Networking Lunch