23–27 Jun 2025
Virginia Tech
America/New_York timezone

Code of Conduct

Following the guidance of the American Physical Society, the Society of Physics Students, and the Sigma Pi Sigma Honor Society to foster a positive experience built upon open communication, professionalism, and respect, all participants are expected to treat all other participants with respect, professionalism and consideration. Everyone should strive to foster an environment of learning, creativity and exchange of ideas. Open communication and collaboration with others is encouraged.

Feedback and critiques should be limited to ideas and delivered with compassion, and should be received and considered in the spirit of fairness, dedication, and improvement. Be mindful of your surroundings and of your fellow participants. Promptly notify the organizers if you notice any dangerous physical situation or someone in distress. All participants must respect and obey all laws, rules, and regulations of Virginia Tech, Blacksburg and the Commonwealth of Virginia.

We are dedicated to providing a safe and harassment-free experience for all participants regardless of gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, physical appearance, race, ethnicity, religion (or lack thereof), or other attributes protected by law.

If a participant engages in harassing or similar inappropriate behavior, we reserve the right to take any action that we may deem appropriate, including warning the offender or expulsion from the event without refund. Anyone asked to stop or modify any behavior deemed unacceptable is expected to comply immediately. We will not tolerate any form of retaliation against individuals who file a complaint or provide assistance in investigating a complaint.

By registering for or attending this event, each participant acknowledges and agrees that they may be photographed, audiotaped, or video recorded. Each participant grants us the right and permission to publish, own, modify, and edit any video photograph, audio, or video recordings containing the participant’s image or likeness.