Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.3, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site.## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Pages - [ACPA 2026 Annual Convention](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/) - The ACPA26 Convention Team is excited to welcome you to Baltimore, Maryland for ACPA26 from 30 March – 2 April 2026. ACPA26 will be a space of learning and growth which also centers the current state of higher education. At ACPA26, we encourage attendees to: Be More Anchored. To be grounded in our roots, true - [ACPA26 Educational Sessions](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/curriculum/edsessions/) - Deadline to submit a Proposal: 5 September 2025 Educational Session Types [table id=29 /] Important Dates [table id=11 /] Educational Session Proposal Resources The ACPA Convention Program team is developing resources to assist as you prepare your educational session submission. These resources include a program proposal worksheet – a form one can build out a - [ACPA26 Curriculum](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/curriculum/) - The ACPA26 Convention Team, Leadership Council, Entity Leadership, and International Office are committed to a Convention centering attendees’ experiences, committing to attendee wellbeing, focusing on skill and knowledge development, and advancing our collective work. The ACPA26 Convention Planning Teams strives to create a Convention experience that will engage participants to understand, unpack, and celebrate the - [Registration](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/registration/) - Registration Deadlines Early registration is the lowest price available. Early registration runs from Convention through 11:59pm 31 July 2025. Early 2 registration: 1 August 2025 through 30 September 2025 at 11:59pm ET Regular registration: 1 October 2025 to 12 December 2025 at 11:59pm ET Late Registration: 13 December 2025 through the end of the Annual - [Presenter Resources](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/curriculum/resources/) - Congratulations on having your session accepted for ACPA26! Below you will find helpful information for presenters on the ACPA26 Land Acknowledgement, inclusive language practices, presentation guidelines for accessibility, and presentation resources including the slide deck template, an accessibility checklist, and social media tools. Please review this page thoroughly to ensure that you have the best - [Land Acknowledgement](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/inclusion/land-acknowledgement/) - As we gather in Baltimore for the ACPA26 Convention, we acknowledge that we are meeting on the ancestral and unceded lands of the Piscataway and Susquehannock peoples and honor all Indigenous nations who have cared for and held relationships with this region across generations, even when those relationships were disrupted by colonization. In alignment with - [Featured Speakers](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/curriculum/speakers/) - Opening Keynote: Brittany Packnett Cunningham Brittany Packnett Cunningham is a powerhouse at the intersection of culture, policy, and social change. A trusted voice in justice and leadership, she moves audiences to rethink power, equity, and what it truly means to lead with impact. As founder of Love & Power Works, host of the critically acclaimed - [Ancillary Space Requests](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/ancillary/) - Hosting a Reception, Social, or Event at ACPA26 Whether your goal is to outreach to potential new students or employees, connect with alumni and friends, or uphold a longstanding ACPA tradition, hosting an event for your institution, entity group, or organization is a great way to become part of the ACPA26 Annual Convention in Baltimore, - [Schedule-at-a-Glance](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/schedule-at-a-glance/) - Sunday, 29 March 2026 [table id=6 /] Monday, 30 March 2026 [table id=7 /] Tuesday, 31 March 2026 [table id=8 /] Wednesday, 1 April 2026 [table id=9 /] Thursday, 2 April 2026 [table id=10 /] - [Career Development](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/career/) - In Baltimore, we will deepen our commitment to intentional, values-based leadership and career wellness by anchoring ourselves in community, purpose, and transformation. Rooted in the ACPA26 Convention focus, Be More Anchored, we will consider what it means to build meaningful and sustainable careers that are aligned with our values and responsive to the needs of our - [Local Museums and Cultural Hubs Relevant to BIPOC, LGBTQ, Women, and Other Marginalized Groups:](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/museums/) - Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History & Culture Dedicated to showcasing the history and culture of African American Marylanders. Address: 830 E Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21202 Distance: Approximately 0.7 miles (14-minute walk) from the Convention Center. Eubie Blake National Jazz Institute and Cultural Center Brings artists and audiences from diverse backgrounds - [Places of Worship Near the Baltimore Convention Center](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/places-of-worship-near-the-baltimore-convention-center/) - This guide provides a list of diverse places of worship and spiritual centers located within walking or short travel distance from the Baltimore Convention Center (1 W Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21201). Distances and times are approximate. Christ Lutheran Church (Inner Harbor) Historic downtown Lutheran church serving the Inner Harbor and Convention Center communities. Address: - [Restaurants](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/restaurants/) - Restaurants in Walking Distance Lexington Market This is a food market with many businesses inside. Businesses include Connie’s Chicken and Waffle, The Dancing Potato, Tio G’s, Taharka, and Brothers Ice Cream. Adress: 112 N Eutaw St, Baltimore, MD 21201 Distance: Approximately 0.6 miles (about a 14 minute walk) form the convention center. The Land of - [Travel & Tourism in Baltimore](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/tourism/) - Session & Event Locations ACPA26 will primarily take place at the Baltimore Convention Center located at 1 W Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21201. Educational Sessions, Keynote Addresses and major events will all happen within the Convention Center. Meetings and ancillary events will take place in the Convention Center or Baltimore Marriott Inner Harbor at Camden - [Tourist Attractions](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/tourist-attractions/) - Baltimore Immigration Museum Showcases the importance of Baltimore as a major port of entry for immigrants to the United States, and about the various ethnic groups that started their American journeys here. Address: 1308 Beason St, Baltimore, MD 21230 Distance: 46 min walk from convention center vs. 8 min drive National Aquarium Features diverse marine - [Discover Baltimore: Culture, History, and Higher Education](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/discover-baltimore-culture-history-and-higher-education/) - The Rhythm of Resilience From the beat of Baltimore Club Music to the vibrant murals of Station North Arts District and the historic Pennsylvania Avenue Black Arts District, Baltimore’s cultural pulse tells a story of creativity born from resilience and resistance. On the Path to Freedom Maryland’s soil holds the stories of freedom seekers who - [Connection & Community](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/convention-experiences/) - Get ready to attend ACPA26 in beautiful Baltimore, Maryland! ACPA26 will be a space of learning and growth which also centers the current state of higher education. At ACPA26, we encourage attendees to Be More Anchored. To be grounded in our roots, true to our core values, and unwavering in our purpose. To support our - [Scholarship Sessions](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/curriculum/scholarship-session-proposal/) - Scholarship is integral to the forward movement of student affairs. Scholarship on students, staff, faculty, and the field should not only be the purview of full-time academics and graduate students. Scholarship is both for and can be created by everybody. For ACPA 2026, we understand scholarship to include: (a) research papers; (b) work in various - [Pre-Convention Workshops & Excursions](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/curriculum/pre-cons/) - For ACPA26, 8 Pre-Convention Workshops will be offered on topics relevant and pressing for today’s student affairs and higher education professionals! These Workshops are offered for $75 each as either a 1-day session for 4 hours, or a 2-day session for a total of 8 hours. ACPA26 is also excited to offer two Pre-Convention Excursions! - [Inclusive Language](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/curriculum/inclusive-language/) - As a welcoming and inclusive organization we ask that you use equitable and inclusive practices in language and practice at Convention and in preparation for program sessions (and hopefully in your everyday lives). It is especially significant to consider inclusive practices when creating a program session. As members of society, we have been surrounded by - [Program Reviewer](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/curriculum/program-reviewer/) - To shape a high-quality learning experience for all attendees, the ACPA26 Program Team needs a diverse team of reviewers from all functional areas of higher education, tertiary education, and student affairs and services. Representation is needed from all career levels, including graduate and entry-level, mid-level, senior-level professionals, and faculty. As a reviewer, you provide feedback - [Payment Plan](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/registration/payment-plan/) - Requesting a Payment Plan Payment plans can be requested through 10 December 2025. To request a payment plan: Register for ACPA26 and select “pay by check” as your method of payment. Email Tricia Fechter Gates at pfechter@acpa.nche.edu. Payment Plan Policies Payment plans are only available to ACPA members. All ACPA26 payment plans must be completed - [Exhibiting & Sponsoring](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/exhibitors/) - Welcome Exhibitors and Corporate Partners! ACPA is expecting thousands of student affairs educators to attend the 2026 ACPA Annual Convention to begin our 100th year as an Association. Attendees will connect with colleagues and participate in the generation and sharing of knowledge while celebrating our history and imagining the future. We strive to create a - [Convention Hotels](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/registration/hotels/) - ACPA26 room blocks will close at 5:00pm ET according to dates under each hotel or once the room block fills, whichever occurs first. Baltimore Marriott Inner Harbor at Camden Yards Room Block Deadline: 2 March 2026 Rate beginning at $229/night plus taxes and fees 110 S Eutaw St, Baltimore, MD 21201 .4 miles from Baltimore - [Traveling to Baltimore](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/travel/) - Discount through United Airlines ACPA is pleased to partner with United Airlines for air travel to ACPA26 in Baltimore! When using the link below, ACPA26 attendees can receive a 2-8% discount on their flights depending on dates and destinations! To make flight reservations online please click on discount code ZR97948548 MileagePlus members earn valuable miles - [Justification Resources](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/registration/justification-resources/) - ACPA is committed to providing an educational and affordable experience. ACPA26 will feature renowned speakers, educational sessions, career development, and networking opportunities to further your professional development and success in higher education. We believe you can craft a convention experience based on the ACPA26 offerings that will be fulfilling for you and beneficial for your - [Methods of Payments & Policies](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/registration/policies/) - Registration Policies All individuals, including program presenters, attending the convention must pay a registration fee. Program presenters must be registered by 12 December 2025 or programs will be reviewed for removal from the convention program and spaces offered to presenters on the alternate list. Individual presenters on group programs that are not registered will be - [Commitment to Inclusion](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/inclusion/) - ACPA–College Student Educators International actively promotes and recognizes principles of fairness, equity, and social justice in relation to, and across, intersections of race, age, color, disability, faith, religion, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, social class, economic class, ethnicity, gender identity/expression, and all other identities represented among our diverse membership. By appreciating the importance - [NextGen](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/nextgen/) - ACPA’s NextGeneration Institute, generally referred to as NextGen, will take place Sunday, March 29 and Monday, March 30 immediately before the ACPA26 Annual Convention in Baltimore, Maryland. NextGen Institute participants are also invited to stay for the ACPA26 Annual Convention, for no additional charge. NextGen is a unique opportunity for undergraduate students to learn about - [About Baltimore](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/travel/about/) - Baltimore, Maryland, is a vibrant city located in the heart of the Mid-Atlantic region, approximately 40 miles northeast of Washington, D.C., along the Patapsco River and the Chesapeake Bay. As the largest city in Maryland, Baltimore is home to more than 570,000 residents and boasts a rich history, diverse communities, and a thriving cultural scene. - [Program Book & Guidebook](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/program-book/) - The ACPA25 team is excited to share the ACPA25 digital Program Book and information for the ACPA25 Guide powered by Guidebook so that you can begin to plan your convention experience. ACPA25 Program Book If you ordered a printed copy when registering for ACPA25, it will be available for you to pickup at Registration/Check-In in - [Accessibility](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/inclusion/accessibility/) - The ACPA25 Planning Team is committed to the creation of a convention experience that is accessible to all attendees. Throughout your registration and convention experience, please do not hesitate to contact us if you have difficulty accessing any portions of the convention, experience website incompatibility with adaptive technology, or have suggestions on how we can - [FAQs](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/nextgen/nextgen-faq/) - What is the registration rate and deadline? Regular - $130 - Until 16 December Late - $140 - Until 25 March What is the difference between NextGen and ACPA Convention? NextGen refers to the 1.5 days of programming on Saturday and Sunday. NextGen is intended to be a crash course in higher education and student - [NextGen Curriculum & Schedule](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/nextgen/nextgen-curriculum/) - The NextGen Institute has opportunities to explore the breadth of student affairs functional areas, trends in the field, different types of colleges and universities, the graduate school application and selection process, and ACPA. Through engagement with the Strategic Imperative for Racial Justice and Decolonization (SIRJD) and the field’s professional competencies, participants will learn about the - [NextGen Planning Team](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/nextgen/nextgen-planning-team/) - Lisa Landreman NextGen 2023 Chair Preferred Email Address: llandreman@willamette.edu Pronouns: She/her/hers Position(s) and Institutions: Vice President of Student Affairs Willamette University Lisa Landreman currently serves as the Vice President of Student Affairs and Dean of Students at Willamette University in Salem, OR. For over 3 decades she has worked in higher education and students affairs - [Important Deadlines](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/registration/deadlines/) - [table id=11 /] - [Attending on a Budget](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/registration/budget/) - We understand attending ACPA Annual Convention as a part of your ongoing professional development may be costly for some. While some attendees are privileged to have their expenses covered by their home institution or organization, others pay out of pocket for this opportunity. We are mindful of the costs of attending convention and want to ## Accordions - [6hr Workshops | Monday March 1st & Tuesday March 2nd 11:30am-2:30pm EST](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/accordions/6hr-workshops-monday-march-1st-tuesday-march-2nd-1130am-230pm-est/) - [Grad Program Reg](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/accordions/reg-types-2/) - [Department Reg](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/accordions/reg-types-3/) - [Individual Reg](https://baltimore2026.myacpa.org/accordions/reg-types/)