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The first NARSC Newsletter for 2025 is now available! This issue is a little shorter, but I hope you still find some interesting information inside. We start with news from the North American Regional Science Council (NARSC), specifically a short recap of NARSC’s activities at the Allied Social Science Associations (ASSA) meeting in San Francisco, California.
Next, we have calls for suggestions of NARSC members to spotlight and information on the accomplishments of NARSC members. This is a great opportunity to promote your accomplishments and those of your colleagues! Then, we have information on the inaugural issue of NARSC’s new journal, Reaching Regions, as well as a featured article from the Review of Regional Studies.
Finally, there is information on upcoming conferences a job opening that may be of interest to the regional science community. As always, if you have content, comments, or suggestions for the newsletter, contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Liz Dobis and Bonnie Bounds
Newsletter Co-Editors
You can read the latest NARSC Newsletter here.
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We are excited to call for participants and mentors for the upcoming NERSA/NARSC Program in Mobility, Migration, and Regional Science, June 20, 2025-December 19, 2026, which will explore key theories, methodologies, and applications related to human movement across geographic scales. This workshop will feature keynote lectures on recent evidence-based theories of migration behavior while also addressing recent advances in data sources, analytical methods, and policy implications within diverse spatial and socio-economic contexts.
This program will begin with a virtual keynote lecture by renowned scholar Dr. Bruce Newbold of McMaster University. This will be followed by 7 virtual workshops throughout the summer. The virtual workshops will begin with a review of data and trends in the U.S. and international perspectives. This will be followed by 4 methods workshops on visualization, economic impacts, machine learning, and network analysis. The final workshop will center on policy implications. After the summer, the program will continue with presentations, social events, and award ceremonies at the North American Regional Science Council (NARSC) 2025 and 2026 annual meetings, as well as additional virtual project meetings. Selected completed project papers will be invited to publish in the well-known regional science journal, Growth and Change.
Confirmed speakers include Dr. David Plane (UA), Dr. Nancy Lozano (World Bank), Dr. Ashish Shenoy (UC Davis), Dr. Kelsey Best (Vanderbilt), Dr. Elijah Knapp (SDSU), and Dr. Kevin Kane (SCAG).
In addition to calling for participants, we welcome experts to share interests and insights on mobility, migration, and immigration dynamics, covering topics such as concepts and cutting-edge methods used by regional scientists for the study of migration behavior. A key focus of this workshop is fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, bringing together early career scholars, senior researchers, and practitioners in a dynamic, engaging, interactive environment. We also welcome mentors to support early career scholars by providing research feedback, career guidance, and networking opportunities. Whether as a presenter, mentor, or both, this is an excellent opportunity to present cutting-edge research, engage with a diverse cohort, and contribute to critical discussions on emerging trends and policy frameworks that shape human mobility and migration.
Additionally, we invite ideas from the regional science community to enhance the program’s impact—whether through innovative session formats, new research directions, or collaborative initiatives that bridge research and policy.
Join us in this 18-month cohort-based program that not only advances regional science but also builds a lasting community of scholars dedicated to addressing pressing socio-economic and policy challenges through innovative research. If you are passionate about shaping the next generation of regional scientists, we encourage you to get involved, share your ideas, and help make this workshop a success!
If you are interested in being a participant, please submit your name, affiliation, contact information, and a short bio during the registration process. The program registration fee as a participant is $100, which includes access to all workshop sessions and materials. Payment is required at the time of registration to secure your spot. You can register and pay the fee using a credit card using our secure registration portal at https://narsc.meetingsavvy.net A certificate of completion and an award ceremony will follow upon successful completion of the program.
If you are interested in serving as a mentor or potential presenter, please let us know. You can direct any inquiries or express your interest by contacting Dr. Ting Zhang at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and Dr. Keith Waters at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. An honorarium will be provided in recognition of your valuable contribution.
For further information about the program, please visit https://docs.google.com/document/d/1b23U42J_v--LP1t2yyYxzCyjfDZh5PEi/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=101955173043268796923&rtpof=true&sd=true.
Registration Deadline: May 15
Acceptance Notification: June 10
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