Conference Theme

Human–AI Collaborative Intelligence: Designing Responsible Digital Futures

MWAIS 2027 explores the evolving relationship between humans and intelligent systems, emphasizing collaboration, responsibility, and purposeful design. As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly embedded in organizational, social, and technological infrastructures, the future of information systems depends not only on algorithmic capability but also on human judgment, ethical oversight, and thoughtful design.

This conference highlights advances in human-centered AI, agentic systems, and design science research that shape trustworthy and beneficial digital futures. It invites scholars and practitioners to examine how humans and intelligent technologies co-create value through collaborative decision-making, adaptive systems, and responsible innovation.
MWAIS 2027 will serve as a platform for advancing research and practice on designing AI artifacts, governing intelligent systems, and fostering meaningful human–machine partnerships that are safe, transparent, and socially aligned.

Important Dates

Submission system opens: January 19, 2027
Deadline for Paper Submissions: March 7, 2027, 11:59 PM CT
Review Due date for reviewers to submit their reviews: April 17, 2027
The decision will be sent to the authors by: April 24, 2027
Deadline for at least one of the authors of the accepted papers to register for the conference: April 30, 2027

Types of Papers and Proposals

Full-length papers, research-in-progress papers, and panel and workshop proposals are welcome. All submitted papers will be reviewed by qualified individuals through a double-blind peer-review process. Acceptance of papers and abstracts is subject to final approval by the Program Committee. Accepted papers, panels, workshops, and proposals of authors who have registered for the conference by the close of online registration will be scheduled for presentation at the annual meeting. Presented papers, research-in-progress papers, and approved panel and workshop proposals will be published in the Proceedings.

Authors must use the official Submission Template when submitting full papers, research-in-progress papers, and panel or workshop proposals. The accepted manuscripts must be revised and uploaded using the camera-ready submission template.

Paper or proposal submission acknowledges that at least one of the author(s) will register for and attend the conference and personally present the accepted paper or proposal at the time specified in the conference program.

All papers will undergo a double-blind review process. Authors must omit names and institutional affiliations from their manuscripts. Papers that do not comply with these guidelines will not be reviewed.

Doctoral Consortium Proposal Submissions

The conference also invites proposals from current doctoral students for the doctoral consortium. The 2027 MWAIS Doctoral Consortium will focus on two critical skills that determine academic success: crafting research logic and delivering job talks. Through structured peer review, cross-paradigm challenges, and presentation coaching, you’ll leave with helpful feedback.

Our unique rubric-based approach ensures that every participant receives actionable, specific guidance to strengthen their research narrative and the impact of their presentation. Join us at the MWAIS Doctoral Consortium to transform your dissertation from a work-in-progress to a career-launching platform.

When submitting your paper, please add “— Doctoral Consortium” to the end of the paper title.

Submission Policy

The submission of a paper or abstract means the author certifies it is not copyrighted, has not been accepted for publication in a journal or proceedings, has not been presented at another professional meeting, has not been accepted for presentation at another professional meeting, and is not under review for a journal, proceedings, or presentation at another professional meeting. Concurrent submission and/or presentation of the same or similar paper at another conference is considered a breach of professional ethics. AIS has an official code of ethical conduct.

Submission System Link

MWAIS 2027 - Submission System Link

Program Participation

Paper reviewers and session chairs are essential to the program’ssuccess. Please contact one of the Program Chairs by February 15th, 2027, if you are interested in serving as a session chair or reviewer. Authors who submit papers should expect to be asked to review at least one paper for the conference. Please contact a Program Chair concerning proposals for workshops, panels, and symposiums.

Best Paper Awards

The conference will recognize excellence in research through three Best Paper Awards: the Daniel J. Power Best Paper Award and two Best Student Paper Awards. Winning papers will have the opportunity to be fast-tracked for publication in the Journal of Midwest AIS (JMWAIS), and each accepted paper will receive a $500 monetary award.

Student Registration and Travel Scholarships

We are excited to share that all student presenters (with at least one accepted paper) – undergraduate, master’s, and PhD- will receive free registration for the 2027 MWAIS Conference! This initiative underscores MWAIS’s strong commitment to nurturing the next generation of IS scholars by making the conference accessible, inclusive, and student-centered. We hope this opportunity inspires even more students to present their research, connect with peers and faculty, and become actively involved in the MWAIS community.

In addition, MWAIS is proud to offer travel scholarships for PhD students presenting at the 2027 conference. Up to 15 PhD students, each with at least one accepted paper, will receive travel support of up to $300 to help offset expenses. Through these initiatives, MWAIS continues to invest in developing emerging scholars, fostering meaningful engagement, and advancing the future of IS research and education.