HACU 40th Annual Conference

40 Years of Championing Higher Education Success: One Graduate at a Time

Oct. 31 – Nov. 2, 2026 •  Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center  •  Chula Vista, California

Deans’ Forum

Pre-Conference Event

October 30, 2026

From Access to Completion: The Dean’s Playbook for Student Success

The 15th Annual Deans’ Forum is an outstanding, half-day experience for faculty and staff currently serving as a dean or aspire to serve in this role. The Deans’ Forum, “From Access to Completion: The Dean’s Playbook for Student Success,” focuses on bringing diverse perspectives from renowned speakers who have hands on experience in implementing innovative and creative practices in higher education. Participants will engage in dialogue with a panel of experts and network and learn from each other.

Registration

EARLY BIRD DEADLINE

May 31, 2026

REGULAR/ONSITE BEGINS

June 1, 2026

DESCRIPTION
$245
$285

Deans’ Forum
(Pre-conference event)

Agenda

Friday, Oct. 30

FRIDAY

Time SESSIONS / SPEAKERS
7:00 – 8:00 a.m.
Onsite Registration / Continental Breakfast
8:00 – 8:05 a.m.

Event Kickoff / Introductions

8:05 – 8:15 a.m.

Welcome Remarks

8:15– 9:00 a.m.

Session

9:00 – 9:10 a.m.
Break
9:10 – 10:00 a.m.

Session

10:00 –10:15 a.m.
Break
10:15 – 11:00 a.m.

Networking Activity

11:00 – 11:10 a.m.
Break
11:10 – 11:55 a.m.

Senior Administrator Panel (Former Deans)

11:55 a.m. – Noon

Wrap-Up and Evaluations

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