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San Antonio March 11–15, 2017
Join us in San Antonio at our early-bird rate by registering before Dec 19!
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The 2017 NASPA Annual Conference aims to be the preeminent global gathering of student affairs professionals. Enjoy hundreds of sessions with your peers from leaders within the field on the wide-range of topics relevant to you and your campus. This is a can't miss event!
2016 Recap
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6,500+ AttendeesThe 2016 NASPA Annual Conference hosted over 6,500 attendees, ranging from graduates to senior student affairs professionals—all in the beautiful location of Indianapolis, IN. |
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600+ SessionsNASPA members and special guests presented more than 600 hand-picked selection of eduational sessions covering the most important topics to attendees and student affairs professionals. |
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A global audienceFrom small to large campuses, four-year universities to community colleges, the 2016 NASPA Annual Conference represented a diverse selection of higher education professionals representing all 50 states and the District of Columbia as well as attendees from all over the world. |
NASPA, especially NUFP, is like one big family reunion. Everyone is hungry to learn, eager to reconnect, and equally passionate about the student affairs profession. I wouldn’t miss it for the world!
| Megan Sunga Graduate Residence Coordinator, University of Central Florida |
The NASPA Annual Conference has as my opportunity to network with the leaders in our profession from across the nation. Though the conference flies by when I’m there, it’s the most anticipated event of the year!
| Danielle N. Quiñones-Ortega Student Programs Coordinator, University of California, Santa Barbara |
I see the NASPA Annual Conference as one of the most exciting timesof my year. Even after having been in student affairs for 35 years I still learn so much from the conference.
| Almeda Jacks Senior Consultant, Keeling & Associates |
Let others know you are coming!
Having attended the NASPA Annual Conference every year since 2014, Jake Frasier, NASPA's newest Assistant Director of Educational Programs, shares a few things that might help you as a new professional navigate your conference experience.
The 2017 NASPA Annual Conference in San Antonio, TX will prove to be one of the best FTA experiences thus far! With a particular focus on what a “first-time” attendee really looks like, the programming will revolve around professional level specific experiences, as well as offer insights to the NASPA experience for those who have attended other national/regional conferences, but it’s their “first-time” attending a NASPA Annual Conference.
The Member Engagement Subcommittee of the 2017 Conference Leadership Committee wanted to celebrate the 99th NASPA Annual Conference in a special way. Starting on Monday, September 12, which just happens to be 99 days before the Early-Bird Registration Deadline on December 19, we invite you to check out the hashtag #naspa99 on Twitter to hear 99 Things about engaging in San Antonio, TX this March 11-15, 2017.
When looking at the conference schedule, it may seem overwhelming and it can be difficult to navigate which workshops might be the most relevant to your work. Mid-level administrators make up the largest percentage of conference attendees and so there is a lot of relevant programming for them. Avani Rana provides some suggestions for making the most of your experience as a mid-level professional.
View Past NASPA Annual Conferences
Beginning Celebration of NASPA's 100th Year
March 3-7, 2018
Philadelphia, PA
Ending Celebration of NASPA's 100th Year
March 9-13, 2019
Los Angeles, CA
March 28-April 1, 2020
Austin, TX
March 20-24, 2021
Kansas City, MO
It is an honor and a privilege to serve as your 2017 Annual Conference Chair, hosted in "Unforgettable San Antonio!" The Conference Leadership Committee, comprised of leaders and volunteers from across the regions has been hard at work planning a creative, innovative, relevant, and unique experience for our members. We look forward to welcoming you to the 99th Annual Conference - See you in Texas!Nancy Crimmin
