A pre-conference for undergraduate students exploring careers in student affairs and higher education.
Sunday, March 7, 2027 • National Harbor, MD
WHEN
Sunday, March 7, 2027
Full-day Specialty Institute
FOR
Undergraduate Students
Across every college and university
PRICE
$115
Breakfast & lunch
ABOUT THE INSTITUTE
UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT
CONFERENCE
The NASPA Undergraduate Student Conference provides a first-hand learning opportunity for undergraduate students to gain knowledge and understanding of student affairs work and awareness of professional associations, engages participants in networking opportunities, and provides resources to assist in defining their career trajectory in student affairs. Through various development opportunities, undergraduate students will come away with a wealth of knowledge intended to better their own experiences and the experiences of their peers.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
WHAT YOU'LL LEAVE WITH
01
Build
Develop relationships with undergraduate peers, student affairs professionals & faculty to build their network and foster lasting connections
02
Learn
Learn a variety of pathways to begin and progress through a career in higher education and student affairs
03
Develop
Develop a baseline understanding of the history of higher education & student affairs
04
Reflect
Reflect on one’s identity and develop a preliminary understanding of the role that the higher education community plays in building equitable and socially just spaces
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
BUILT FOR LEADERS ACROSS THE INSTITUTION
This conference is designed for undergraduate students exploring a career in student affairs. This one-day institute offers a first-hand look at the field, the people in it, and the path forward.
REGISTRATION
REGISTER FOR THE PRE-CONFERENCE
$115
Undergraduate Student Conference • March 7, 2027
Pre-Conference Registration Includes
- Full-day pre-conference
- Breakfast, lunch & afternoon coffee break
- $50 off main NASPA Annual Conference Registration
No conference registration required
FAQS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Are institutes the same as pre-conference workshops?
No. Pre-conference workshops are proposed by NASPA members through the Call for Programs. Institutes are curated by NASPA in partnership with specific constituent groups.
Do I need to register for the full conference to attend an institute?
No. Institute registration does not require a general conference registration. Information on a discount for the main NASPA Annual Conference registration to those attendees also registering for a Specialty Institute will be released October 1.
Can I attend an institute if I am not part of that constituent group?
Each institute is designed for a specific professional community. We encourage you to attend the institute that best reflects your role and institution type.
What if registration is not open yet?
Registration opens later this fall. Sign up for NASPA updates to be notified.
Who do I contact with questions?
Reach out to acprograms@naspa.org.