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The Society of Biblical Literature was founded in 1880 to foster biblical scholarship.

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SBL Regional Meetings

The Society has eleven regional groups. These groups are autonomous groups of SBL members who have come together to meet locally. Some groups are affiliated with other biblical and religious societies.

Any SBL member may attend any Regional Meeting but information is only sent automatically to members within the region.

John Strong is the Chair of the Regional Coordinators Committee.

Regional Scholars Programs
The Regional Scholars' Program has been developed by the Society of Biblical Literature's Council of Regional Coordinators to recognize promising younger scholars in the field of biblical studies. Its objective is to encourage their intellectual development through a mentoring program and to provide practical assistance in securing a place to present their work at the Society's Annual Meeting.

To qualify for the SBL Regional Scholars Program scholars should be at least ABD and no more than four years past the receipt of their Ph.D. Women and underrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply.

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Information on the application process is available from the Regional Coordinator of each region.

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