Graduate Education Summit 2026

Advancing the Graduate Ecosystem Through Collaboration: Embracing AI, Expanding Global Engagement, Promoting Affordability, and Increasing Accessibility.

About the Graduate Education Summit

In response to the evolving landscape of graduate education, we are excited to announce the Graduate Education Summit. As experienced adult learners, our graduate students have unique motivations and preferences that require innovative, tailored academic opportunities and support services. The Summit aims to address these needs. The Summit is open for graduate faculty and staff to attend.

Why Attend

By attending this summit, participants will gain valuable insights into the latest trends and strategies in graduate education. They will have the opportunity to network with peers, share their innovations and best practices, and learn about research on graduate education. This event is an excellent opportunity for staff, faculty, and graduate students to come together, engage in meaningful discussions to enhance the graduate student experience and ensuring that our institution remains at the forefront of graduate education innovation.

Graduate Education Summit

Presented by the Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Education, the Center for Teaching and Learning, the College of Lifetime Learning, Graduate Student Government Association, and Student Engagement and Well-Being

Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026 
Time: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm 
Location: Exhibition Hall

2026 Featured Speakers

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Schedule

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Registration

Registration to attend the 2026 Graduate Education Summit opens on Tuesday, August 25, 2026. 

Organizing Committee

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Call for Proposals

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Past Graduate Education Summits

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