81st Annual Midwest Political Science Association Conference
Thursday, April 4 - Sunday, April 7, 2024
Hybrid Format: In-Person at the Palmer House Hilton in Chicago, IL or Online
The MPSA Annual Conference is one of the largest political science conferences in the discipline with over 1,000 panels, a large exhibit hall, and a variety of networking and professional development activities. The conference historically averages more than 4,500 attendees from every U.S. state and over 65 countries around the world, representing 90+ areas of research. We invite you to share information about your organization, its books, products, and services, and to network with conference attendees through exhibiting, advertising, and sponsorship.
All exhibits, advertisements, and sponsorships are now available to purchase at a discounted rate!
To explore opportunities and prices for the 2024 conference, scroll down on this page, or view our 2024 Exhibitor Prospectus.
Click the button below to log in and purchase exhibit space, advertisements, or sponsorship packages for the 2024 conference.
For questions or assistance, please contact Lewis Hoss at hoss@mpsanet.org or (812) 558-0588, ext. 13.
2024 Exhibit Hall Schedule
In-Person Exhibit Hall:
Onsite exhibits will be located in the 4th Floor Exhibit Hall of the Palmer House Hilton, which will be accessible during the following hours:
- Wednesday, April 3: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm (Setup Hours)
- Thursday, April 4: 9:30 am – 7:30 pm
- Friday, April 5: 9:30 am – 6:30 pm
- Saturday, April 6: 9:30 am – 5:00 pm (Dismantling Hours: 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm)
The Exhibitor Welcome Reception is open to all conference attendees and will be held in the exhibit hall on Thursday, April 4 from 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm.
Virtual Exhibit Hall:
The virtual exhibit hall will be accessible through the online conference platform hosted by All Academic, and through the conference mobile app. Virtual exhibits will be accessible continuously from Thursday, April 4 – Sunday, April 7.
Why Exhibit at MPSA?
MPSA By the Numbers
Publications Showcase
Showcase your books and journals to conference attendees who are interested in the latest political science scholarship or seeking to publish their own work.
Technology & Product Demonstrations
Provide attendees with hands-on demonstrations of products and services that can benefit their research, teaching, or career advancement.
Who Typically Attends MPSA?
- University Faculty
- Post-Doctoral Researchers
- Graduate & Undergraduate Students
- Data & Policy Analysts
- Teachers
- Higher Education Executives
Who Exhibits & Advertises at MPSA?
- University Presses & Publishers
- Research Organizations & Think Tanks
- E-Learning & Higher Education Services
- Computer Software & Technology Companies
- Nonprofit Civic, Social, & Public Policy Organizations
- Government Agencies
- Fellowship & Grant-Making Foundations
- Job Services
- Associations
Exhibit Booth Opportunities
Exhibit Booth Details
Each 8’x10′ exhibit booth comes with:
- 8′ high back wall (2 color max scheme)
- 3′ high side drape (1 color max scheme)
- (1) 6’x30″ draped table
- (2) Limerick side chairs
- (1) wastebasket
- 7″x44″ one-line booth ID sign
Additional furnishings may be ordered through the Freeman Company prior to the conference.
Exhibitor Benefits
- 4 complimentary conference registrations
- In-person exhibitors receive a free virtual exhibit
- Rotating logo and hyperlink on the MPSA website until Fall 2024
- Ongoing opportunities to be featured in the MPSA newsletter, blog, and social media
Advertising Opportunities
Why Advertise?
The print program is used as a reference by attendees not just during the conference but throughout the year. If you don’t wish to exhibit, you may also select one of our advertise-only options. All in-person attendees receive a copy of the print program, and both in-person and virtual attendees receive the daily email newsletter each morning during the conference.
Print Ad Specifications
Ad files must be submitted no later than Friday, March 1, 2024
- Must be 300 DPI
- Must be full bleed and use the following measurements:
- Bleed size: 8.75″ x 11.25″
- Trim size: 8.375″ x 10.875″
- Live Image size: 7.375″ x 9.875″
- Must be submitted in black & white (only cover ads should be submitted in full color)
- Must be submitted as a high-resolution PDF
Sponsorship Opportunities
Let your customers or clients know that you support political science scholarship and the important work being done by MPSA members in the discipline. This year's sponsorship opportunities have been designed to maximize your visibility by focusing on high-traffic areas and well-attended events. For more information or to discuss other partnerships, please contact Lewis Hoss at hoss@mpsanet.org.
Registration Kiosk & Lanyard Sponsor
($7,500)
- Exhibit booth included
- Branding on registration kiosk screens
- Branding on conference lanyards
- One full-page print program ad
- Conference daily email newsletter ad
Charging Station Sponsor
($5,000)
- Exhibit booth included
- Branding on cell phone charging stations (located in registration area and exhibit hall
- Two custom signs (one meter sign and one medium sign)
- One full-page print program ad
- Conference daily email newsletter ad
Conference Wi-Fi Sponsor
($5,000)
- Exhibit booth included
- Branded Wi-Fi password for onsite attendee wireless access
- Two custom signs (one meter sign and one medium sign)
- One full-page print program ad
- Conference daily email newsletter ad
Welcome Reception Sponsor
($5,000)
- Sponsorship reflected in the event title
- Two custom signs (one meter sign and one medium sign)
- One full-page print program ad
- Conference daily email newsletter ad
First-Time Attendee Reception Sponsor
($2,500)
- Branding on table signs during the reception
- Speaking opportunity at start of event
- Two custom signs (one meter sign and one medium sign)
- One full-page print program ad
- Conference daily email newsletter ad
Mentoring Reception Sponsor
($2,500)
- Branding on table signs during reception
- Speaking opportunity at start of event
- Two custom signs (one meter sign and one medium sign)
- One full-page print program ad
- Conference daily email newsletter ad
Professional Headshot Sponsor
($2,000)
- (3 available)
- One custom meter sign at the headshot station
- Branding in all emails and communications about the headshot station
- Digital signage throughout the conference venue
Information Desk Sponsor
($1,000)
- One custom meter sign at the information desk
- Display catalogs, branded handouts, and other materials at the information desk
- Conference daily email newsletter ad
Welcome Bag Sponsor
($1,000)
- One custom medium sign in the registration room
- Place catalogs, branded handouts, or other materials in conference welcome bags
- Conference daily email newsletter ad