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SUMMARY:Full Course: Budget Development
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of this course is to develop foundational budget development skills and knowledge for professionals within the college unions and student activities profession\, who are relatively new to this subject area. This course is also eligible for six College Unions CE credits for certified professionals.   \n\n\n\nThe registration deadline is March 16. \n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\nOVERALL OBJECTIVE\n\n\n\nAt the end of this course\, learners will be able to create a basic budget\, including profit-loss statements\, reframing numbers to fit different budget approaches\, asking for a mid-year adjustment\, and handling sudden changes that impact the budget. \n\n\n\nRegistration Details\n\n\n\n\nIndividual at Premium or Full Tier Member Campus: $210\n\n\n\nIndividual at Digital Tier Campus: $210\n\n\n\nNonmember – $299\n\n\n\n\nPremium Tier members may use the Full-Course Voucher toward this event. Please contact acui@acui.org with questions or issues. 
URL:https://acui.org/event/full-course-budget-development/
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SUMMARY:Full Course: Building Management Foundations
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of this course is to develop building management skills and knowledge for student and professional building managers in college unions. Note: Building management focuses on the people and activities that occur within the building\, including student employees and programs. This is different than facility management\, which focuses on the structure and operations of the buildings. This course is also eligible for six College Unions CE credits for certified professionals.   \n\n\n\nThe registration deadline is March 16. \n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\nOVERALL OBJECTIVE\n\n\n\nProfessional participants will be able to:     \n\n\n\n\nProblem solve emergency and risk scenarios  \n\n\n\nIdentify best practices for decision making\, customer service\, and conflict management   \n\n\n\nCommunicate effectively verbally and in writing   \n\n\n\nIdentify solutions to inclusivity climate challenges   \n\n\n\nDemonstrate intermediate to advanced leadership skills  \n\n\n\nPlan for their career development  \n\n\n\nRecognize the characteristics of collegiate environments and how person-environment interactions affect individual and group development  \n\n\n\n\nRegistration Details\n\n\n\n\nIndividual at Premium or Full Tier Member Campus: $210\n\n\n\nIndividual at Digital Tier Campus: $210\n\n\n\nNonmember – $299\n\n\n\n\nPremium Tier members may use the Full-Course Voucher toward this event. Please contact acui@acui.org with questions or issues. 
URL:https://acui.org/event/full-course-building-management-foundations-2/
CATEGORIES:Full Courses
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SUMMARY:ACUI Membership Chat
DESCRIPTION:Are you new to ACUI? Are you interested in joining? Do you just have some questions about ACUI or membership in the organization? Then join this informal session! ACUI staff will be on hand to answer questions\, help you find the resources you need\, and provide insight into how to make the most of your membership.  \n\n\n\nACUI hosts these chats quarterly. Check out the schedule.  \n\n\n\nRSVP Now
URL:https://acui.org/event/acui-membership-chat/
CATEGORIES:Online Education
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SUMMARY:2026 Facilities and Building Management Seminar
DESCRIPTION:The ACUI Facilities & Building Management Seminar is designed for professionals managing their campus facilities and building operations oversight. Grounded in best practices in facilities management\, this seminar offers attendees the opportunity to learn and gain the insights needed to enhance efficiency\, safety\, sustainability\, and the operations of their campus facilities. The focus of this program is how to manage the physical facilities and operations of a building; we will incorporate aspects of building operations such as how to manage student learning/training\, personnel\, and aspects of building operations.  \n\n\n\nThe seminar will be conducted will include a combination of educational sessions\, panel discussions\, best practice sharing\, and behind-the-scenes tours of a variety of spaces. Participants will have the opportunity to network with industry experts\, corporate partners\, and fellow attendees.  \n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule & Call for Sessions\n\n\n\n\n\nTravel & Lodging\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule & Call for Sessions\n\n\n\nThe schedule is subject to change as the program is being developed. As part of the program\, you’ll be touring facilities at UNC–Charlotte as well as Davidson College. \n\n\n\nView Schedule\n\n\n\nWe are now accepting session proposals for the ACUI Facilities and Building Management Seminar! If you have expertise\, insights\, or innovative approaches in facilities management\, we invite you to share your knowledge with fellow professionals.  \n\n\n\nTopics of interest include:  \n\n\n\n\nDaily Facilities Management and Building Operations \n\n\n\nGeneral Administration and Management \n\n\n\nStaff/Student Development \n\n\n\nEfficiency/Sustainability \n\n\n\nDesign/Renovation/Construction \n\n\n\nTechnology \n\n\n\nMaintenance \n\n\n\nBudget/Inventory Control/Finance \n\n\n\nTrends/Unique Aspects of the Job  \n\n\n\n\nThe submission deadline is April 16! Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and informative seminar. Submit your session proposal today!  \n\n\n\nSubmit Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nRegistration costs includes lunch on Tuesday\, Wednesday\, and Thursday of the program.  \n\n\n\nRegister NOw\n\n\n\n\n\nRegular Registration (through May 1)\n\n\n\n\nProfessional Member: $675\n\n\n\nProfessional Nonmember: $775\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLate Registration (May 2–18)\n\n\n\n\nProfessional Member: $775\n\n\n\nProfessional Nonmember: $875\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTravel and Lodging\n\n\n\n\n\nLodging\n\n\n\nACUI has a hotel block at the UNC Charlotte Marriott Hotel & Conference Center\, which is located one mile from the Student Centers at UNC–Charlotte. The booking information is below\, and for assistance with reservations\, you can contact the hotel directly. Please keep in mind the deadline for booking at the hotel block rate.  \n\n\n\nUNC Charlotte Marriott Hotel & Conference Center 9041 Robert D Snyder Road\, Charlotte\, North Carolina\, USA\, 28262 Tel: +1 704-978-8000  \n\n\n\nRate: $179+ Taxes Booking Deadline: Friday\, May 1 \n\n\n\nBook NOw\n\n\n\n\n\nTravel\n\n\n\nTravel by Air: The closest airport to the University of North Carolin–Charlotte is Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT). \n\n\n\nTravel by Car: Events will primarily be hosted at the University of North Carolina–Charlotte at the Popp Martin Student Union and Cone University Center. 
URL:https://acui.org/event/2026-facilities-and-building-management-seminar/
LOCATION:University of North Carolina–Charlotte\, 9201 University City Blvd\, Charlotte\, North Carolina\, 28223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Institutes
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SUMMARY:2026 Institute for Leadership Education and Development - UK (I-LEAD®) 
DESCRIPTION:The Institute for Leadership Education and Development (I-LEAD®) is a transformational experience\, informed by student development and leadership theories\, for inclusive leadership and community building\, that provides space for college students achieve the program’s learning outcomes. Students will explore\, through multiple lenses\, the complexities of leadership in our current world and will be encouraged toward a life-long learning journey beyond the program. Check out this article that provides an overview of the 2024 experience!  \n\n\n\nLaunching this year\, I-LEAD® United Kingdom will bring ACUI’s premier leadership program for undergraduate students to our members abroad\, offering the transformational experience with a curriculum intentionally adapted with the needs of student leaders in the UK. \n\n\n\n\nPast Attendee Testimonials\n\n\n\n\nThis experience fundamentally changed how I see student leadership\, for literally THE first time I felt like the work I am doing can make others’ lives better\n\n\n\nVery heart felt. I loved the connection and the learning process. It is something I will carry with me forever.\n\n\n\nBeing at I-LEAD has allowed me to expand my perspectives & better myself as a holistic leader!\n\n\n\nThis experience has allowed me to reflect on the skills that i have gained through my campus work and gain new skills to grow as a leader and create new ones in future students.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\nThe schedule below is tentative and subject to change.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMonday\, june 22\n\n\n\n\n3 p.m. – Welcome  \n\n\n\n4 p.m. – Small Group Session \n\n\n\n5:30 p.m. – Dinner (included in registration)  \n\n\n\n6:30 p.m. – Large Group Session  \n\n\n\n7:30 p.m. – Small Group Session  \n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, June 23\n\n\n\n\n8 a.m. – Breakfast (included in registration) \n\n\n\n8:45 a.m.–Noon – Small/Large Group Sessions  \n\n\n\nNoon – Lunch (included in registration)\n\n\n\n1 p.m. – Service Project   \n\n\n\n2:45–5 p.m. – Small/Large Group Sessions   \n\n\n\n5 p.m. – Dinner (included in registration)  \n\n\n\n6–8 p.m. – Small Group Sessions  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, June 24\n\n\n\n\n8 a.m. – Breakfast (included in registration)  \n\n\n\n8:45 a.m.–Noon – Small/Large Group Sessions  \n\n\n\nNoon – Lunch (included in registration) & Group Photo  \n\n\n\n1–5 p.m. – Large/Small Group Sessions   \n\n\n\n5 p.m. – Dinner (included in registration)  \n\n\n\n6–7 p.m. – Large Group Sessions  \n\n\n\n\nThursday\, June 25\n\n\n\n\n9 a.m. – Closing Breakfast (included in registration)  \n\n\n\n9:45–11 a.m. – Large Group Session  \n\n\n\n11: 30 a.m. – Program Ends/Departures  \n\n\n\n\n   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nRegistration fees include participant lodging and all program meals. Participants also receive an I-LEAD® t-shirt. To receive the shirt\, you must register by May 25. Participants must be 18 years of age or older. Please note that registration is hosted by NUS Charity.  \n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEarly (through April 30)\n\n\n\n\nMember: $875 (£641.03)\n\n\n\nNonmember: $975 (£715.34)\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREgular (May 1–May 25)\n\n\n\n\nMember: $975 (£715.34)\n\n\n\nNonmember: $1\,075 (£788.66)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTravel & Lodging\n\n\n\n\n\nLodging \n\n\n\nLodging will be onsite at University of Westminster Harrow Hall and is included in the registration fee.
URL:https://acui.org/event/2026-institute-for-leadership-education-and-development-uk-i-lead/
LOCATION:University of Westminster\, 35 Marylebone Road\, London\, NW1 5LS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Institutes
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SUMMARY:2026 IPDS: New Professionals Seminar 
DESCRIPTION:IPDS is a New Professionals Seminar designed for individuals beginning their careers in higher education\, within college union and student activities roles. This seminar lays a strong foundation for a successful career in the field. Through an immersive multi-day experience\, participants have the opportunity to enhance their skills\, broaden their networks\, and chart a clear path for success. This year\, we will be collocating IPDS with the Aspiring Directors Institute (ADI). Participants of IPDS will have the opportunity to engage with seasoned professionals in shared educational sessions to promote cross-institute networking.  \n\n\n\nTopics for IPDS often include the role of college unions\, supervision\, budgeting\, assessment\, marketing\, student learning\, the law and higher education\, and career development. Building connections with your professional network is a key component to the program.  \n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\n\n\nTravel\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat are past participants saying?\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“I had an incredible experience at IPDS connecting with professionals from diverse institutions and acquiring new skills that will benefit me for years to come.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“I am very grateful for this experience\, as it helped me to figure out that higher education really is what I want to be doing!” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“I can honestly say it was one of the most enjoyable and impactful conferences I have been to.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\nThe schedule is subject to change and will be modified as content is finalized.  \n\n\n\nView Schedule\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nMeals included are dinner on Monday; lunch and dinner on Tuesday; lunch on Wednesday; and lunch and dinner on Thursday. \n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\nREgular (Through June 1)\n\n\n\n\nProfessional Member: $675\n\n\n\nProfessional Nonmember: $775\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLate (June 2–July 2)\n\n\n\n\nProfessional Member: $850\n\n\n\nProfessional Nonmember: $950\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTravel and Hotel\n\n\n\nIPDS will be hosted at Indiana University–Bloomington.  \n\n\n\n\n\nHotel\n\n\n\nA room block is available at the Biddle Hotel in the Indiana Memorial Union\, with lodging options from $109–139 per night. If you are interested in having a roommate during IPDS\, please select the option in the registration form.  \n\n\n\nHotel Group Code: ACUI26. \n\n\n\nBook Now\n\n\n\nParking\n\n\n\nDay Parking Rate: $5 per hour\, maximum daily rate is $28 \n\n\n\n\n\nAirport\n\n\n\nThe closest airport is the Indianapolis International Airport.
URL:https://acui.org/event/2026-ipds-new-professionals-seminar/
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Institutes
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SUMMARY:2026 Aspiring Directors Institute
DESCRIPTION:Build skills and strategies to support your career advancement in higher education! The 2026 Aspiring Directors Institute is a four-day intensive professional development program\, which will be hosted at Indiana University on July 13–16.   \n\n\n\nEach day of the institute will offer specially curated content sessions\, in addition to structured opportunities for discussions\, meaning making\, and relationship building throughout. Learn about relevant trends impacting higher education through the topics of leadership\, organizational development\, planning\, and fiscal management.   \n\n\n\nAttendees will explore:   \n\n\n\n\nStrategies and skill sets that support advancement in the profession.  \n\n\n\nRelevant trends impacting higher education including organizational development\, planning\, and fiscal management.  \n\n\n\nCompetency development in professional supervision; assessment and goal setting; and navigating institutional dynamics to manage resources effectively.  \n\n\n\nNetworking opportunities with a cohort of peers who can support you through your journey. \n\n\n\n\nThis seminar is designed for mid-level professionals who aspire to higher level positions in student affairs. Focusing on career advancement in higher education and preparing employees to be senior leaders is good for everyone: the organization\, the students\, the campus community\, and the individuals looking to advance.  \n\n\n\nEach day of the Institute will offer specially curated content sessions\, in addition to structured opportunities for discussions\, meaning making\, and relationship building throughout. Join your peers to learn about relevant trends impacting higher education with a lens of social justice and equity woven throughout. \n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\n\n\nregistration\n\n\n\n\n\ntravel & Lodging\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTentative Schedule\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMONDAY\, JULY 13 \n\n\n\n\n3:30–4:30 p.m. – Institute Welcome \n\n\n\n4:30–6 p.m. – Indiana Memorial Union Tour \n\n\n\n6:30–8 p.m. – Opening Dinner (included) \n\n\n\nEvening networking \n\n\n\n\nTUESDAY\, JULY 14 \n\n\n\n\n8:30 a.m.–Noon – Sessions  \n\n\n\nNoon–1 p.m. – Lunch (included) \n\n\n\n1–5 p.m. – Sessions and Roundtables  \n\n\n\n6–8 p.m. – Dinner (included) \n\n\n\nEvening networking \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWEDNESDAY\, JULY 15 \n\n\n\n\n8:30 a.m.–Noon – Sessions  \n\n\n\nNoon–1 p.m. – Lunch (included) \n\n\n\n1–5 p.m. – Sessions and Roundtables  \n\n\n\nDinner on own\, evening networking \n\n\n\n\nTHURSDAY\, JULY 16 \n\n\n\n\n8:30–11:30 a.m. – Sessions \n\n\n\n11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. – Closing Lunch (included) \n\n\n\nOptional IU tours\, departures \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nRegistration includes all educational programs and resources\, as well as three lunches and two dinners.   \n\n\n\nRegister now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegular (through June 1)\n\n\n\n\nProfessional Member: $675 \n\n\n\nProfessional Nonmember: $850 \n\n\n\n\n\n\nLate (June 2–July 1)\n\n\n\n\nProfessional Member: $775 \n\n\n\nProfessional Nonmember: $950 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTravel & Lodging\n\n\n\nAspiring Directors Institute will be hosted in the Indiana Memorial Union at Indiana University–Bloomington.   \n\n\n\n\n\nHOTEL \n\n\n\nA block of rooms is available at the Biddle Hotel in the Indiana Memorial Union\, with lodging options from $109–139 per night. If you are interested in having a roommate during IPDS\, please select the option in the registration form.  \n\n\n\nHotel Group Code: ACUI26  \n\n\n\nBook Hotel\n\n\n\nParking\n\n\n\nDay Parking Rate: $5 per hour\, maximum daily rate is $28 \n\n\n\n\n\nAirport\n\n\n\nThe closest airport is the Indianapolis International Airport.
URL:https://acui.org/event/2026-aspiring-directors-institute/
LOCATION:Indiana University\, 900 E 7th Street\, Bloomington\, Indiana\, 47405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Institutes
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SUMMARY:2026 Student Organization Institute
DESCRIPTION:The Student Organization Institute (SOI) offers new and seasoned student organization advisors with opportunities to learn and network with their peers. SOI will provide a variety of engaging session formats where participants will explore best and promising practices; learn strategies for risk management\, advisor development\, and student leadership development; and discover valuable resources to make the work that you do easier. In addition\, you will be challenged to work collaboratively with your peers as you experience simulations based on real-life scenarios and as you co-create programs and activities that can be implemented on your campus.  \n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\n\n\nFaculty\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\n\n\nTravel\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTentative Schedule\n\n\n\n\n\nMonday\, July 20\n\n\n\n\n1–5 p.m. – Registration\n\n\n\n5–8 p.m. – Welcome Dinner & Networking\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, July 21 \n\n\n\n\nBreakfast (included)\n\n\n\nEducational Content\n\n\n\nLunch (included)\n\n\n\nEducational Content\n\n\n\nDinner on Your Own\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, July 22\n\n\n\n\nBreakfast (included)\n\n\n\nEducational Content\n\n\n\nLunch on Your Own\n\n\n\nEducational Content\n\n\n\nBreak\n\n\n\nClosing Dinner/Activity (included)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2026 SOI Faculty\n\n\n\n\n\nKyaylee Ayres (she/her/hers)\n\n\nKaylee Ayres is a dedicated student affairs professional with experience in event planning\, student engagement\, and community building. She has previously served as a graduate assistant for campus events and traditions at the University of Florida and as the coordinator for the Center for Student Involvement at the University of South Florida–Tampa. She is currently serving as the coordinator for commuter and off-campus housing at the University of South Florida–St. Petersburg. She is excited to serve as a 2026 SOI faculty member\, bringing her experience\, energy\, and commitment to helping students maximize their potential! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBen Griffith (he/him/his)\n\n\nHowdy! My name is Ben Griffith\, and I currently serve as the assistant director of student organizations at Tulane University. Prior to working at Tulane\, I received my M.S. in higher education administration\, with an emphasis in student affairs\, from Texas A&M University in 2021. In my role\, I support the holistic student organization experience here on campus\, from overseeing the event registration process\, advisor training and development\, and student leader support to helping students start new organizations. Additionally\, I serve as the advisor to the Tidal Wave Homecoming Committee that plans all the homecoming events for students. Lastly\, I supervise our Student Organization Center that provides resources and support services to all organizations on campus\, including supervising several student employee teams that provide ongoing support to our student organizations on campus. Looking forward to connecting\, learning\, and growing together at SOI 2026! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKyonna Henry (she/her/hers)\n\n\nKyonna Henry is from Woodbridge\, Virginia. She holds a bachelor’s degree in English education and a master’s degree in higher education administration\, both from Old Dominion University. Kyonna works as the director of student life and engagement at University of South Florida–St. Petersburg. There\, she provides strategic leadership and direction in the following areas: Commuter and Off-Campus Housing\, Multicultural Affairs\, Leadership and Student Organizations\, The Crow’s Nest student newspaper\, Harborside Activities Board\, event response team\, and the Mascot program. She leads a team of six. \n\n\n\nIn her community\, she is a proud member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority\, Inc. since November 2006. She currently serves as the president for the ODU Black Alumni Chapter\, but\, most of all\, she loves to prepare her eight-year-old daughter for a life well lived as a powerful and strong Black girl. \n\n\n\nHer favorite quote to live by is from Margaret Mead: “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful\, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed\, it is the only thing that ever has.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKevin Merrill (he/him/his)\n\n\nKevin Merrill is the assistant director of the Memorial Union and student engagement at Iowa State University. A proud Iowa State University alumnus\, Kevin earned his degree in advertising in 2005 and later completed a master’s in college student personnel at Western Illinois University in 2008. Kevin oversees the leadership and service programs\, as well as student organization resources. By working closely with students to navigate policies\, access resources\, and build meaningful communities\, he ensures that every student feels connected and valued\, transforming a campus of 30\,000 into a network of smaller\, close-knit communities. Kevin’s career has spanned across student affairs\, including work in student activities\, admissions\, residence life\, and housing administration. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMary Umbarger (she/her/hers)\n\n\nMary brings more than a decade of experience in student engagement and leadership development to the Student Organization Institute. During her tenure as student organization and leadership coordinator at the University of Illinois–Springfield\, she managed registration and training for over 65 student organizations\, oversaw major campus traditions\, and led initiatives to strengthen student onboarding and community building. She has advised both the activities board and the funding board at the university. Her expertise spans event planning\, communication strategy\, and platform management—ensuring students have the tools and support they need to thrive. \n\n\n\nCurrently\, Mary serves as the high impact practices coordinator at University of Illinois–Springfield\, where she continues to foster connection and belonging through living-learning communities\, orientation\, and new student welcome programs.  \n\n\n\nWhen she’s not planning programs or cheering on student success\, Mary is coaching a middle school scholastic bowl team and living her best sports-mom life—spending nights and weekends on the sidelines rooting for her son. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nRegister NOw\n\n\n\n\n\nRegular Registration (through May 31)\n\n\n\n\nProfessional Member: $650\n\n\n\nProfessional Nonmember: $750\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLate Registration (June 1–26)\n\n\n\n\nProfessional Member: $750\n\n\n\nProfessional Nonmember: 850\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTravel and Lodging\n\n\n\nThe Student Organizations Institute will be at the University of South Florida–St. Petersburg.  \n\n\n\n\n\nLodging\n\n\n\nHilton St. Petersburg Bayfront (0.3 miles to campus)333 1st St SE\, Saint Petersburg\, Florida\, 33701 \n\n\n\nRate: $150/nightParking: Valet only (attendees receive 20% discount)Deadline: June 26 \n\n\n\nBook NOw\n\n\n\n\n\nAirports\n\n\n\nThe closest airports are: \n\n\n\n\nSt. Pete-Clearwater Airport (PIE)\n\n\n\nTampa International Airport (TPA)
URL:https://acui.org/event/2026-student-organization-institute/
LOCATION:University of South Florida–St. Petersburg\, 140 7th Ave S\, St. Petersburg\, Florida\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Institutes
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SUMMARY:2026 Institute for Leadership Education and Development (I-LEAD®) 
DESCRIPTION:The Institute for Leadership Education and Development (I-LEAD®) is a transformational experience\, informed by student development and leadership theories\, for inclusive leadership and community building\, that provides space for college students achieve the program’s learning outcomes. Students will explore\, through multiple lenses\, the complexities of leadership in our current world and will be encouraged toward a life-long learning journey beyond the program. Check out this article that provides an overview of the 2024 experience!  \n\n\n\n\nPast Attendee Testimonials\n\n\n\n\nThis experience fundamentally changed how I see student leadership\, for literally THE first time I felt like the work I am doing can make others’ lives better\n\n\n\nVery heart felt. I loved the connection and the learning process. It is something I will carry with me forever.\n\n\n\nBeing at I-LEAD has allowed me to expand my perspectives & better myself as a holistic leader!\n\n\n\nThis experience has allowed me to reflect on the skills that i have gained through my campus work and gain new skills to grow as a leader and create new ones in future students.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\nThe schedule below is tentative and subject to change.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMonday\, july 20\n\n\n\n\n3 p.m. – Welcome  \n\n\n\n4 p.m. – Small Group Session \n\n\n\n5:30 p.m. – Dinner (included in registration)  \n\n\n\n6:30 p.m. – Large Group Session  \n\n\n\n7:30 p.m. – Small Group Session  \n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, July 21\n\n\n\n\n8 a.m. – Breakfast (included in registration) \n\n\n\n8:45 a.m.–Noon – Small/Large Group Sessions  \n\n\n\nNoon – Lunch (included in registration)\n\n\n\n1 p.m. – Service Project   \n\n\n\n2:45–5 p.m. – Small/Large Group Sessions   \n\n\n\n5 p.m. – Dinner (included in registration)  \n\n\n\n6–8 p.m. – Small Group Sessions  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, July 22\n\n\n\n\n8 a.m. – Breakfast (included in registration)  \n\n\n\n8:45 a.m.–Noon – Small/Large Group Sessions  \n\n\n\nNoon – Lunch (included in registration) & Group Photo  \n\n\n\n1–5 p.m. – Large/Small Group Sessions   \n\n\n\n5 p.m. – Dinner (included in registration)  \n\n\n\n6–7 p.m. – Large Group Sessions  \n\n\n\n\nThursday\, July 23\n\n\n\n\n9 a.m. – Closing Breakfast (included in registration)  \n\n\n\n9:45–11 a.m. – Large Group Session  \n\n\n\n11: 30 a.m. – Program Ends/Departures  \n\n\n\n\n   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nRegistration fees include participant lodging and all program meals. Participants also receive an I-LEAD® t-shirt. To receive the shirt\, you must register by June 1. Participants must be 18 years of age or older. \n\n\n\nRegister NOw\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEarly (through April 27)\n\n\n\n\nMember: $875\n\n\n\nNonmember: $975\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREgular (April 28–June 1)\n\n\n\n\nMember: $975\n\n\n\nNonmember: $1\,075\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTravel & Lodging\n\n\n\n\n\nLodging \n\n\n\nLodging will be onsite at University of South–Florida St. Petersburg in Ibis Hall and is included in the registration fee. \n\n\n\nAirport\n\n\n\nThe closest airports are: \n\n\n\n\nSt. Pete-Clearwater Airport (PIE)\n\n\n\nTampa International Airport (TPA)
URL:https://acui.org/event/2026-institute-for-leadership-education-and-development-i-lead/
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Institutes
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SUMMARY:ACUI Membership Chat
DESCRIPTION:Are you new to ACUI? Are you interested in joining? Do you just have some questions about ACUI or membership in the organization? Then join this informal session! ACUI staff will be on hand to answer questions\, help you find the resources you need\, and provide insight into how to make the most of your membership.  \n\n\n\nACUI hosts these chats quarterly. Check out the schedule.  \n\n\n\nRSVP Now
URL:https://acui.org/event/acui-membership-chat-2/
CATEGORIES:Online Education
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SUMMARY:ACUI Membership Chat
DESCRIPTION:Are you new to ACUI? Are you interested in joining? Do you just have some questions about ACUI or membership in the organization? Then join this informal session! ACUI staff will be on hand to answer questions\, help you find the resources you need\, and provide insight into how to make the most of your membership.  \n\n\n\nACUI hosts these chats quarterly. Check out the schedule.  \n\n\n\nRSVP Now
URL:https://acui.org/event/acui-membership-chat-3/
CATEGORIES:Online Education
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SUMMARY:2026 Next Up: Leading Forward: Women’s Leadership for What’s Next
DESCRIPTION:Women across higher education are leading through complexity—advocating for students\, navigating institutional change\, and holding communities together through seasons of uncertainty. This institute is designed to support\, strengthen\, and elevate that leadership. \n\n\n\nLeading Forward brings together women from all roles and career stages to explore what it means to lead with clarity\, purpose\, and sustainability in today’s rapidly shifting higher ed landscape. Through keynotes\, interactive workshops\, and intentional networking\, participants will gain practical strategies\, renewed confidence\, and a community of peers who understand the realities of doing this work. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a rising leader\, an established manager\, or a seasoned professional seeking fresh perspective\, Leading Forward offers the space\, tools\, and community to navigate what’s now and prepare for what’s next. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis year’s institute will explore themes including: \n\n\n\n\nSustainable Leadership & Personal CapacityHow women sustain themselves and their teams amid resource constraints\, high demand\, and shifting institutional priorities.\n\n\n\nThe Language of Business & Strategic CommunicationTools for translating impact\, communicating with senior leaders\, and leading with data-informed clarity.\n\n\n\nLeadership Networks & Strategic RelationshipsBuilding the relationships\, mentorships\, and sponsorships that fuel career growth and strengthen support systems.\n\n\n\nInfluence\, Advocacy & Getting the YesStrategies for persuasion\, self-advocacy\, storytelling\, and leading from any seat—even without positional authority.\n\n\n\nNavigating the Current Higher Ed LandscapeExploring the political\, financial\, and cultural currents shaping our work\, and how women leaders can adapt while staying grounded in their values.\n\n\n\nCareer Advancement & Identity as a LeaderGrowing into your leadership voice\, designing your next steps\, and leading authentically—especially for women of color and those navigating predominantly white institutions.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nRegister NOw\n\n\n\n\n\nEarly Registration(Through June 30)\n\n\n\n\nMember: $399\n\n\n\nNonmember: $499\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREgular Registration(July 1–September 30)\n\n\n\n\nMember: $499\n\n\n\nNonmember: $599\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLate Registration(After September 30)\n\n\n\n\nMember: $599\n\n\n\nNonmember: $699\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTravel\n\n\n\n\n\nHotel\n\n\n\nCourtyard by Marriott Atlanta Decatur Downtown/Emory130 Clairemont Avenue Decatur\, Georgia\, USA\, 30030 \n\n\n\nRate: $189/nightDeadline: November 17 \n\n\n\nBook Now\n\n\n\nAirport\n\n\n\nClosest Airport: Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
URL:https://acui.org/event/2026-next-up-elevation-for-millennial-women-leaders-presented-by-wli/
LOCATION:Agnes Scott College\, 141 E College Ave\, Decatur\, Georgia\, 30030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Institutes
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SUMMARY:2027 Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:#ACUI27 will foster belonging through shared learning and community\, while inspiring attendees with restorative energy\, empowerment\, and fresh ideas. Rooted in Baltimore’s spirit of resilience and creativity\, the conference will equip participants with tangible tools and renewed motivation to drive meaningful change on their campuses. We look forward to welcoming everyone to the Charm City! \n\n\n\nLearn More about #ACUI27
URL:https://acui.org/event/2027-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Baltimore Marriott Waterfront\, 700 Aliceanna Street\, Balitmore\, Maryland\, 21202\, United States
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