We’re delighted to announce the 4th Summer Adoption Research Institute (SARI) of the Rudd Adoption Research Program, August 3 - 8, 2025! The Summer Institute is a week-long intensive experience aimed to provide advanced research training for graduate students, postdocs, and early career researchers active in the field of adoption research. We seek to attract an interdisciplinary, international cohort of 20 – 25 participants. SARI will be run at the UMass Mt. Ida Campus, located just outside of Boston, in Newton, Massachusetts.
Confirmed Speakers include: Amanda Baden, Rachel Farr, Harold Grotevant, Brenda Jones Harden, Jennifer McDermott, Hollee McGinnis, Elsbeth Neil, Jesús Palacios, Ellen Pinderhughes, Lee Raby, Nancy Rolock, Colleen Warner
Applications open as of January 27th. Click this link to apply.
Deadline for priority consideration March 2, 2025
(Those applying after the priority deadline will be considered only if space remains available.)
Decisions announced by March 12, 2025
Additional details
SARI 2025 will be a week-long intensive experience for its participants and faculty. It will be offered in-person only, and sessions are not being recorded. It will be offered on the Mt. Ida campus of the University of Massachusetts, in Newton, Mass. Attendees are asked to arrive by 4:00pm on Sunday, August 3rd for registration, followed by dinner, introductions, and orientation to the week. The conference will close following lunch Friday, August 8th.
Fees:
Registration fee for SARI 2025 is $495.00, payable after acceptances are sent on March 12th, 2025. The registration fee includes materials, internet access, breakfasts and lunches Monday through Friday, most dinners Sunday through Thursday and refreshment breaks. Food service will be provided by the award-winning UMass Dining Services. Registration fees also partially defray the costs of conference space, administration, and associated expenses.
Attendees are required to arrange their own transportation. The most convenient airport is Boston Logan International (BOS), approximately 15 miles east of the campus. It can be accessed by taxi and by Uber, Lyft, and other rideshare services.
Attendees must make their own housing arrangements. Low-cost dormitory-style accommodations are available on campus (details forthcoming). There are also several hotels within commuting distance. More information about the dormitory and hotel options will be sent with acceptances.
Free and ample parking is available on campus for those who choose to drive.
Reduced registration and lodging assistance may be available for applicants from Low ot Middle Income Countries (LMIC) - email Dr. Dolan (janetted@umass.edu) directly with inquiries.
For specific questions, do not hesitate to email us at adoption@psych.umass.edu