A full-day institute for senior student affairs officers leading divisions through complexity and change.
Saturday, March 6, 2027 • National Harbor, MD
WHEN
Saturday, March 6, 2027
Full-day Specialty Institute
FOR
VPSA Professionals
Across every division
PRICE
$295
Breakfast, lunch, & coffee included
ABOUT THE INSTITUTE
VICE PRESIDENTS FOR STUDENT AFFAIRS PROFESSIONALS
INSTITUTE
The Vice Presidents for Student Affairs (VPSA) Institute convenes vice presidents for student affairs and equivalent executive leaders for an intentional day of strategic dialogue on the forces reshaping higher education. Through interactive sessions and peer-to-peer engagement, participants will examine critical issues, emerging trends, and leadership challenges facing student affairs while identifying opportunities to advance student success and staff wellbeing. The Institute also provides a vital forum for building relationships, sharing expertise, and strengthening a community of executive leaders navigating a rapidly evolving higher education landscape.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
WHAT YOU'LL LEAVE WITH
01
Analyze
Analyze critical issues and emerging trends reshaping higher education and their implications for student affairs leadership.
02
Apply
Apply executive leadership perspectives and peer insights to navigate emerging challenges and opportunities within student affairs.
03
Develop
Develop actionable priorities for leading student affairs organizations through a rapidly evolving higher education landscape.
04
Cultivate
Cultivate executive networks to foster collaboration, innovation, and shared learning across the field.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
BUILT FOR LEADERS ACROSS THE INSTITUTION
This institute is designed for VPSA professionals who want to build a more connected, student-centered experience, and who know that work can't happen in one office alone.
REGISTRATION
REGISTER FOR THE INSTITUTE
$295
VPSA Institute • March 6, 2027
Institute Registration Includes
- Full-day institute
- 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.