SAC Spring 2026 Conference “Fear and Loathing…in Las Vegas: A Journey of Fun and Folly in the Face of FOBO”

Get ready to experience the exhilarating spirit of Las Vegas as its iconic zest for life fuses with an engaging exploration of deeper themes at the 2026 annual conference of the Society for the Anthropology of Consciousness!

Beyond the Glitz

The “Las Vegas” themed meeting is not just about the glitz; it’s about exploring the underlying principles that make for a vibrant, thriving, and truly connected community. The Society for the Anthropology of Consciousness is dedicated to studying consciousness phenomena in cultures around the world. This electrifying event, made possible by the dedication and support of our community, aims to delve deeper into themes such as:

• Artificial Intelligence (AI): The conference will examine the relationship between AI and consciousness, exploring how the development of AI challenges or deepens our understanding of ourselves. It will also consider the impact of AI on human learning and wisdom in this new era of AI knowledge.
• The interplay of individual and collective consciousness in spaces designed for entertainment and spectacle.
• The anthropological roots of play, celebration, and risk-taking across cultures, drawing on research into how different cultures engage with these elements of human experience.
• How to build radical inclusiveness in diverse groups, drawing lessons from unexpected places.
• Dealer’s Choice. After all, it’s Vegas and you can talk about what you want, whether it stays here or not!

Embrace the Unexpected

Come ready to embrace the unexpected, share unique perspectives, and discover how to cultivate both joy and meaningful connection in your life and work. Join us in 2026 for a conference that promises to be both intellectually stimulating and personally enriching.

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Registration & Submission Instructions

Register for the conference

Submit a proposal for a paper, panel, other presentation, or logo

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Reduced rates for rooms at the Palazzo can be booked via this link (you do NOT have to book a room for the entire duration of the meeting)

The deadline for submissions will be January 31, 2026 @ 8:00 PM Eastern Time.
Acceptance notifications will be sent February 10, 2026.

For more information, please contact:

Stephanie Fox at moc.liamg@lrigsenobx, Tiffany-Ashton Gatsby at moc.liamg@ybstagat, or John Baker at ude.dcccv@rekabnhoj