Annual Meeting Faculty Resources
Thank you for serving as a faculty member for ACR Convergence. Your expertise and contributions are essential to delivering a high-quality educational experience. Below are key resources organized by program type and role to help you quickly find the information most relevant to you, as well as a social media toolkit to help promote your participation in the meeting.
Access the Faculty Portal
Log in to the ACR Convergence 2026 Faculty Portal
Contact facultymanagement@rheumatology.org for login support.
Scientific Programs – Speaker Guide
- Use 3–4 measurable learning objectives
- Focus on learner outcomes
- Open with a case, question, or poll
- Organize content into clear sections
- Include engagement throughout
- Close with key takeaways
- Review the Tips for Faculty Success guide for additional presentation strategies
Design Your Slides
- Follow the Slide Preparation Guidelines
- Use one key idea per slide
- Limit text and prioritize visuals
- Ensure readability (large font, high contrast)
- Include required slides: title, disclosure, learning objectives, key references, and summary
- Ensure all images and graphics include appropriate permissions and citations
- Ensure content complies with accreditation requirements, including avoiding promotional language, commercial branding, and ineligible company logos
Preparation & Logistics
- Submit slides during the pre-submission period (October 5–19 at 11:59 PM ET) if required for your program or if using Poll Everywhere. Advance submission is encouraged for all presenters.
- Slides are reviewed for accreditation and copyright compliance
- Include Poll Everywhere activities within your presentation and submit them during the pre-submission period to allow time for setup and testing
On-Site Presenters
- If you did not submit slides during the pre-submission period or need to make final updates, visit the Speaker Ready Room (W207 A-C) at least 3 hours prior to your session start time
- Arrive in your session room at least 30 minutes before your session begins
- Visit the Speaker Ready Room practice area for optional hands-on experience with presentation tools and room technology. Speakers using Poll Everywhere can also review and test polling activities with the Audience Response System (ARS) technician.
Moderators guide session flow and coordinate transitions and engagement, review the agenda and connect with speakers, introduce speakers and manage timing, facilitate Q&A, and encourage evaluations.
View the On-Site Moderator Guidelines & Script
On-Site Preparation
- Arrive in your session room at least 30 minutes before the scheduled start time to connect with speakers and review session logistics.
- Moderators are encouraged to visit the Speaker Ready Room (W207 A-C) practice area prior to their session for optional hands-on experience with session tools, including the presentation timer and room technology.
Follow program-specific templates and session formats.
- Ultrasound Conferences
- Thieves Market
- Patient Perspectives
- Global Rheumatology Summit
- Prerecord your session
- Submit slides no later than 48 hours prior to your prerecording appointment
- Complete Global Summit Faculty Training
- Review Virtual Speaker Tech Setup Tips
- Utilize the ACR Convergence Zoom Background
- Ensure Zoom is installed and configured for your presentation
Required Templates & Resources
Faculty with an in-person speaker role may upload slides in advance to allow time for review and required updates. The pre-submission portal will be open from October 5 through October 19 at 11:59 PM ET.
- Required during the pre-submission period: Preconference programming presentations (Basic & Clinical Research Conference, FIT Program, Practice Innovation Summit, Ultrasound Conferences, Review Course, and Radiology Bootcamp) and presentations using Poll Everywhere activities.
- All other presenters: Advance submission is encouraged, but not required. Final slides may be submitted in the Speaker Ready Room at least three hours prior to the session.
Core Resources
- Slide Preparation Guidelines
- Tips for Faculty Success
- Standard Slide Template
- DEI Guidelines (note: this task is also assigned in Cadmium)
- Active Learning Infographic
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Pre-Submission Portal
- Advance submission is encouraged for all presenters and required for preconference programming and presentations using Poll Everywhere.
- Upload slides for advance review starting October 5 through October 19 at 11:59 PM ET.
- Submit presentations in PowerPoint (.pptx) format with embedded media and fonts.
- Include "POLL" in your presentation title when submitting a slide deck that contains Poll Everywhere activities to help ACR staff identify presentations requiring poll setup.
- Select “Ready for Review” after uploading your file.
- Upload final slides in the Speaker Ready Room at least three hours before your session if not submitted in advance.
Audience Response (Polling)
- ACR uses Poll Everywhere to support audience engagement activities. The capabilities can be reviewed in the ACR Poll Everywhere Activity Types resource.
- Presentations containing Poll Everywhere activities must be submitted during the October 5–19 pre-submission period to allow time for poll configuration and testing.
- Add poll activity setup instructions directly within your presentation slides and include "POLL" in your presentation title prior to submission so ACR staff can identify presentations requiring polling configuration.
- ACR and the Audience Response System (ARS) technician will coordinate poll setup in advance.
- In the Speaker Ready Room (W207 A-C), speakers can review and test polling activities, receive Poll Everywhere training, and learn how attendees will access polls using QR codes displayed during the session.
Additional Faculty Training Resources
- On-Site Faculty Training
- Create Engaging, Effective Oral Abstract Presentations
- Abstract Talk Coaching Session Recording
Speaker Coaching & QuILT Resources
Optional coaching with expert speakers to help strengthen your presentation is offered through the Quality Improvement in Learning and Teaching (QuILT) team, where faculty are paired with an experienced rheumatology educator and receive guidance on content, slides, and delivery.
The 2026 Speaker Coaching program is currently full.
QuILT Resources:
Faculty Social Media Toolkit
This toolkit provides ready-to-use social media content and guidance to help promote your involvement in ACR Convergence. The goal is to spread the word about:
- Your session at ACR Convergence 2026
- Meeting registration
- Professional engagement and educational opportunities
The suggested content can be used on LinkedIn, Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and other social networks. Personalize the bracketed placeholders—especially [INSERT SESSION TITLE], [INSERT SESSION DATE/TIME], and [INSERT SESSION TOPIC/DESCRIPTION]—before posting.
Posts that include an image perform significantly better than text-only or link preview posts, so pair your post with a conference graphic whenever possible. We have provided some options for you below.
Personalize the longer-form copy below with your session details. Pair with an “I'm Speaking” graphic or a conference banner image for best performance.
Option 1
I'm looking forward to speaking at @American College of Rheumatology's ACR Convergence 2026 in Orlando, FL, November 6–11! I'll be presenting "[INSERT SESSION TITLE]" on [INSERT SESSION DATE/TIME] — join me to talk about [INSERT SESSION TOPIC/DESCRIPTION]. I hope to see you there! Learn more and register: https://rheumatology.org/annual-meeting #ACR26 #ACRConvergence
Option 2
This November, I'll be speaking at ACR Convergence 2026 — the world's premier rheumatology event — in Orlando, FL. My session, "[INSERT SESSION TITLE]," covers [INSERT SESSION TOPIC/DESCRIPTION]. Where Rheumatology Meets isn't just a tagline — it's a chance for our field to connect and move science forward together. Register today: https://rheumatology.org/annual-meeting #ACR26 #rheumatology
Option 3
Honored to be presenting at this year's ACR Convergence, November 6–11 in Orlando! I'll be sharing insights on [INSERT SESSION TOPIC/DESCRIPTION] during my session, "[INSERT SESSION TITLE]." Come connect with fellow rheumatology professionals from around the world. Learn more and join me: https://rheumatology.org/annual-meeting #ACR26 #ACRConvergence
Instagram is a highly visual platform — always pair these captions with an image. Keep captions concise and conversational.
Option 1
Counting down to ACR Convergence 2026! I'll be presenting "[INSERT SESSION TITLE]" this November 6–11 in Orlando, FL. Will I see you there? Link in @acrheum's bio for details and registration. #ACR26 #ACRConvergence
Option 2
I can't wait to connect with rheumatology professionals from around the world at ACR Convergence 2026! Join me for my session on [INSERT SESSION TOPIC/DESCRIPTION] — details and registration link in @acrheum's bio. #ACR26 #rheumatology
Option 3
Where Rheumatology Meets — and I'll be part of it! Speaking at ACR Convergence 2026 in Orlando this November on [INSERT SESSION TOPIC/DESCRIPTION]. Check the link in @acrheum's bio for the full program. #ACR26 #ACRConvergence
Sign in to your personal X account and copy/paste one of the posts below. Remove the autogenerated link preview image and replace it with a meeting or session graphic for stronger engagement.
Option 1
Proud to be speaking at @ACRheum's ACR Convergence 2026 in Orlando, Nov. 6–11. Join me for "[INSERT SESSION TITLE]" — we'll dig into [INSERT SESSION TOPIC/DESCRIPTION]. Don't miss it! https://rheumatology.org/annual-meeting #ACR26
Option 2
This November, I'm speaking at ACR Convergence 2026! Catch my session on [INSERT SESSION TOPIC/DESCRIPTION] — "[INSERT SESSION TITLE]." Hope to see you in Orlando: https://rheumatology.org/annual-meeting #ACR26 #rheumatology
Option 3
Want to hear my talk on [INSERT SESSION TOPIC/DESCRIPTION]? Join me at @ACRheum's ACR Convergence 2026, Nov. 6–11 in Orlando, FL. https://rheumatology.org/annual-meeting #ACR26
- Pair every post with an image—posts with visuals consistently outperform text-only posts or autogenerated link previews.
- Use an official "I'm Speaking at ACR Convergence 2026" graphic provided below or create a simple image with your headshot, session title, date/time, and #ACR26.
- If posting your own graphic, include your name and credentials, session title, date/time, room/location (once published in the program), and #ACR26.
Graphic Option 1
I'm Speaking at ACR Convergence 2026, November 6–11 in Orlando, FL!
- Download graphic for use on X / Facebook / LinkedIn
- Download graphic for use on Instagram
Graphic Option 2
Come see me speak at ACR Convergence 2026, November 6–11 in Orlando, FL!
- Download graphic for use on X / Facebook / LinkedIn
- Download graphic for use on Instagram
Final Checklist
Have you...
✓ Filled in the session title, date/time, and topic in the placeholders
✓ Tagged @ACRheum (X/Instagram) or American College of Rheumatology (Facebook/LinkedIn)
✓ Included #ACR26 and 1–2 secondary hashtags
✓ Attached an image or graphic
✓ Linked to rheumatology.org/annual-meeting for registration
Tag the official ACR account in your post by typing one of the handles above and selecting it from the menu that appears (e.g., @ACRheum on X and Instagram, American College of Rheumatology on Facebook and LinkedIn).
Recommended Hashtags
Hashtags help other social media users find your content when they search. Use the primary hashtag, #ACR26, on every post, plus one or two relevant secondary hashtags. Aim for around three hashtags on X, Instagram, and Facebook, and up to five hashtags on LinkedIn.
Examples of secondary hashtags: