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Dear [SUPERVISOR’S NAME],

You probably know about SIGGRAPH, the annual conference featuring the latest innovations in computer graphics and interactive techniques. This year, SIGGRAPH 2025 is heading to Vancouver for five days of conference programming that will embrace how human ingenuity and technological marvels unite to shape our trajectory toward a better future.

For over 50 years, SIGGRAPH has been the place to exchange knowledge and explore the latest advancements, and this year’s event will continue that legacy by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. Many of the courses, talks, papers, panels, demos, and exhibitions are directly related to our work, and the people who contribute to and attend SIGGRAPH are industry leaders.

I’m writing to request your approval for me to attend SIGGRAPH 2025 [in person in Vancouver | remotely via SIGGRAPH’s Virtual Access option | via the Full Conference experience, which offers full, in-person programming in Vancouver and access to a selection of livestreamed and recorded content online]. Here are some reasons why I should attend:

[To attend in person and virtually]

• I will push the boundaries of my knowledge by engaging in hundreds of learning opportunities, including cutting-edge research, courses, panels, sessions, and talks.
• Thousands of professionals attend SIGGRAPH each year. I will grow our professional network in person by building relationships, exchanging ideas, and collaborating with the global community.
• SIGGRAPH is an invaluable investment of time and financial resources since there’s so much to see, do, and learn.
• Your investment in my registration extends beyond the in-person conference. I’ll have access to hundreds of pieces of content on-demand starting 10 August through 15 October.

[To attend in person only with an Experience registration]

• I will push the boundaries of my knowledge by taking advantage of the various learning opportunities SIGGRAPH has to offer, including the latest research via posters, hands-on Labs classes, and installations featuring what’s next in art and tech.
• Thousands of professionals attend SIGGRAPH each year. I will grow our professional network in person by building relationships, exchanging ideas, and collaborating with the global community.
• SIGGRAPH is an invaluable investment of time and financial resources since there’s so much to see, do, and learn.

[To attend virtually]

• I will push the boundaries of my knowledge by taking advantage of the learning opportunities SIGGRAPH has to offer, including the latest research, courses, panels, sessions, and talks.
• Attending virtually means no travel expenses, less time away from work, and a quicker turnaround for sharing the things I learn.
• Even from my computer, I can connect with a global community of passionate computer graphics and interactive techniques professionals to grow our network and be inspired.
• Your investment in my registration extends far beyond the conference week. I’ll have access to livestreamed and on-demand content starting 10 August through 15 October.

The experiences, research, and industry innovations at SIGGRAPH 2025 will be invaluable in helping us stay at the forefront of computer graphics and interactive techniques. I’m eager to bring back fresh ideas and insights that can enhance how we work. Below is a breakdown of what it would cost for me to attend:

Approximate Cost of Attendance

[Full Conference/Virtual Access/In-Person Only] Registration:	$XXX.XX
Flight:	$XXX.XX
Transportation (round trip from airport to hotel):	$XXX.XX
Hotel (at $XXX per night):	$XXX.XX
Meals (X days at $XX per diem):	$XXX.XX
Total cost to attend:	$XXX.XX

If approved to attend, I am happy to submit a summary of my learnings and provide a review of the event to inform your decision on any future attendance by my colleagues.

Thank you for your consideration. Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you would like to discuss or need additional clarification. I look forward to your reply.

To learn more about the conference and what’s included in my attendance, check out the SIGGRAPH 2025 website at s2025.siggraph.org.

Thanks,

[SENDER’S NAME]