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
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HACU’s Annual Conference provides a premier forum for sharing innovative ideas and best practices in higher education at Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs). The conference brings together leaders and stakeholders dedicated to advancing institutional excellence and the success of all students.
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Conference Highlights Include:
- Showcasing successful, effective, and exemplary programs and initiatives from HACU-member institutions
- Promoting and expanding partnerships and strategic alliances with public- and private-sector organizations
- Highlighting graduate education opportunities for students and alumni
- Addressing policy and legislative issues impacting educational access and success
- Encouraging and facilitating student participation in scholarships, fellowships, internships, and related programs funded by public and private organizations
- Exploring emerging trends in higher education affecting HSIs such as distance learning, student-centered learning, outcomes assessment, and cross-national accreditation
- Conference track sessions organized under key focus areas, including Capacity-Building for HSIs, Teaching and Learning, Student Engagement and Success, Excellence in Leadership, Federal and State Advocacy, Policy and Research, Global Engagement, and Preparing the Future Workforce.
- Student Track: The Adelante Leadership Institute for undergraduate students
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Conferences Department
For Department questions, please contact:
- 210-576-3208
- conferences@hacu.net
