While our perfectionist tendencies mean we're working around the clock to ensure that this convention runs as smoothly as possible, we know we can't anticipate the unknown.

But we can be as prepared as possible!

If you haven't already, please set yourself up in the convention platform by Saturday, 11:59pm ET so that by the time Dr. Sanjay Gupta is delivering the opening remarks at this year's AAJA Visibility Fest, we're all already seated and comfortable, old pros at getting together virtually.

As a registered participant, you should have received an email, “Asian American Journalists Association 2020 National Convention Information” from convention@aaja.org that includes your access link to the convention platform.

You will be directed to the “Claim your account page.” Fill out the form to make your profile. (You will be able to edit and update your profile from the Pathable #AAJA20 dashboard later.)

(Can’t find this email? Check your spam folder. Additionally, If you registered within the last 12 hours, your custom email may not yet have arrived. If you don't see it and registered in advance, please let us know ASAP at convention@aaja.org so we can resend the sign-up link)

Go to the Schedule Tab and click on Agenda to view the full schedule of events and programs at #AAJA20 this year.

Click on the red (+) button on the right corner of each program in the default view setting to add it to your personal agenda.

To access your personal agenda, go to the Schedule Tab, and click on My Agenda.

Some sessions are limited to a certain number of participants – register for these early to make sure you attend live!

*Tip*: Adding sessions to your agenda is also useful for keeping a list of programs you’ve missed to return to and view at a later date. Most sessions will be recorded and as a registered attendee, you have lifetime access.

Go to the Hallway Tab to start or join a conversation with fellow conference participants.

Use this space to continue a riveting discussion from the last panel session you attended, meet new people, ask questions, share your thoughts about #AAJA20, or in other creative ways (as long as they meet our Code of Conduct).

4. Check out our sponsors and exhibitors by visiting their virtual tradeshow booths.

Go to the Sponsors & Exhibitors Tab to learn more about our sponsors and visit their booths.

Recruiters and exhibitors will also be available to chat with you on a 1-on-1 meeting, which you can schedule via visiting their profiles and clicking on Schedule Meeting or Send Message. (Schedule Meeting is also available via the Schedule Tab.)

5. Play #AAJA20 bingo to make sure you’re covering all your bases and experiencing this year’s convention to the fullest. Plus, if you complete the bingo card, you’ll be entered into a draw for exclusive #AAJA20 swag. (Details on how to enter your card here.)

Is it your first AAJA convention? Mingle with fellow first-timers on Sunday at 3:30p ET at “Welcome to AAJA20 Orientation.”