Society for Phenomenology and Existential Philosophy
November 19–21, 2026, Chicago, IL
Hosted by Loyola University Chicago

Download this CFP here.

Submission Deadlines:

• Book Session: December 15, 2025, 11:59 pm, Eastern Standard Time

• Papers and Panels: January 20, 2026, 11:59 pm, Eastern Standard Time

Submission Categories:

• Single paper submissions: submit complete papers of no more than 3,000 words, along with an abstract of 75-100 words.

• Panels (2- or 3-person): submit a panel abstract of no more than 500 words, as well as complete papers from each panelist (each paper up to 3,000 words).

• Book submissions: submit a book to be considered for a special session. 

Papers, panels, and books from diverse philosophical perspectives in all areas of Continental Philosophy (broadly construed) are welcome.

Membership Requirement:

All participants must be registered for the 2026 conference and have paid membership dues for the 2026-2027 year. Failure to do so will disqualify you for future considerations until outstanding balances are paid.