Opened registration and call for abstracts

Author: smborio

website_files/Events/2026-07-27-Conf-2026/abstract-submission.md

@@ -9,11 +9,9 @@ Submissions are now open for the International Meeting of the STACK Community 20
 
 We welcome a wide range of contributions from educators, researchers, developers, instructional designers, and institutions working with STACK or with broader automated assessment technologies. Submissions may take the form of **paper presentations**, **lightning talks**, or **posters**.
 
-The call for abstracts will open soon.
+The call for abstracts is now open.
 
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 <p><center><a class="btn btn-primary btn-lg" href="https://events.idems.international/event/2/" target="_blank" role="button">Submit an Abstract</a></center></p>
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website_files/Events/2026-07-27-Conf-2026/dates.md

@@ -7,8 +7,8 @@ subnav_key: conf2026
 
 Below are the key dates to take into consideration:
 
-- **Registration opens**: Expected Monday 1st December 2025
-- **Call for abstract opens**: Expected Monday 1st December 2025
+- **Registration opens**: Friday 12th December 2025
+- **Call for abstract opens**: Friday 12th December 2025
 - **Early submission of abstracts:** Sunday 1st February 2026
 - **Support application deadline:** Sunday 15th February 2026
 - **Safari booking deadline:** Monday 16th February 2026  

website_files/Events/2026-07-27-Conf-2026/registration.md

@@ -20,11 +20,9 @@ The conference registration fee of **USD 600** covers participation in all acade
 
 An early bird registration fee of **USD 500** is available for participants who complete their registration and payment by Sunday 17th May 2026.
 
-Registration to the conference will open soon. 
+Registration to the conference is now open. 
 
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 <p><center><a class="btn btn-primary btn-lg" href="https://events.idems.international/event/2/" target="_blank" role="button">Register Now</a></center></p>
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@@ -67,7 +65,6 @@ Applications for support are made within the registration form. Several levels o
 
 ## Key Dates
 
-- **Registration Opens**: Expected Monday 1st December 2025
 - **Early submission of abstracts:** Sunday 1st February 2026
 - **Support application deadline:** Sunday 15th February 2026
 - **Safari booking deadline:** Monday 16th February 2026