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Join us at the University of Washington in Seattle from November 1–3, 2026,
for the ACUI Region IV Conference!
Get ready to engage in meaningful all-conference sessions, educational blocks, and be in community with colleagues across the region. Our theme this year is “Currents of Community: Exploring the Forces That Bring Us Together.”
Whether you’re returning or joining us for the first time, we can’t wait to welcome you to Seattle for another unforgettable experience.
The University of Washington (UW and informally U-Dub) is a public research university in Seattle, Washington. It was founded in 1861 and is one of the oldest universities on the West Coast. Whether you’re returning or joining us for the first time, we can’t wait to welcome you to Seattle, Washington for an unforgettable experience.
Stay tuned for updates on call for conference sessions, conference schedules, travel information, and registration details.
Registration
Regular (through October 2)
- Professional Member: $325
- Professional Nonmember: $425
- Student Member: $225
- Student Nonmember: $325
- One-Day: $125
Late (October 3–16)
- Professional Member: $375
- Professional Nonmember: $475
- Student Member: $275
- Student Nonmember: $375
- One-Day: $125
Educational Sessions
We are officially inviting you to submit an educational session proposal for the 2026 ACUI Region IV Conference at the University of Washington! Whether you are a seasoned professional or a student leader, we are looking for programs that dive into the critical work happening across our core fields. We are specifically seeking proposals that connect our theme to the following key focus areas:
- Assessment, Evaluation, & Research
- Event Management
- Facility Management
- Fiscal Management
- Human Resources
- Marketing
- Organizational Leadership
- Planning
- Social Justice
- Student Learning
The deadline to submit is September 22!
Schedule
Sunday, November 1
- 3–6:30 p.m. – Onsite Registration & Check In
- 4–5:30 p.m. – Preconference Tours
- 6–8 p.m. – Opening Dinner & Sunday Keynote
Monday, November 2
- 6:30–9 a.m. – Breakfast (Provided by Silver Cloud Hotel with your stay)
- 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. – Registration & Info Desk
- 9–10:10 a.m. – Educational Block 1 + Post Session Discussion & Networking
- 10:10–10:15 a.m. – Break
- 10:15–11:25 a.m. – Educational Block 2 + Post Session Discussion & Networking
- 11:25–11:30 a.m. – Break
- 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. – Lunch (provided)
- 12:30–1:30 p.m. – All-Conference Session: Finding Our Current: The People, Places, and Experiences That Shape Student Success” Student Leader Moderated Panel
- 1:40–2:35 p.m. – Educational Block 3 + Post Session Discussion & Networking
- 2:35–2:45 p.m. – Snack Break, Networking, & Group Photo
- 3–5 p.m. – Tours & Adventures
- 5:30–6:45 p.m. – Dinner On Own
- 7–9 p.m. – Socials
Tuesday, November 3
- 6:30–9 a.m. – Breakfast (Provided by Silver Cloud Hotel with your stay)
- Various Times – Hotel Check Out (No Later than Noon)
- 9:30–10:40 a.m. – Educational Block 4 + Post Session Discussion & Networking
- 10:40– 10:50 a.m. – Break
- 10:50–11:50 a.m. – Educational Block 5 + Post Session Discussion & Networking
- 11:50 a.m.–Noon – Break
- Noon–1:10 a.m. – Educational Block 6 + Post Session Discussion & Networking
- 1:10–1:15 p.m. – Break
- 1:15–3 p.m. – Lunch (provided), Awards, & Closing
- 3–6 p.m. – (Optional) Extend Tours-Self Guided, Explore SEA
Travel
We are happy to announce that the official conference hotel will be the Silver Cloud Hotel (Seattle, University District). Rooms start at $170 a night. The cutoff date to reserve for the conference rate is Sunday, October 11th, 2026.
Sponsorship
Sponsoring the ACUI Region IV Conference offers your brand a premier platform to build lasting relationships with higher education professionals and position your organization as a champion of campus community development.
Request approval to attend the ACUI Region IV Conference with this justification letter template. It highlights the benefits of attendance, from professional growth to institutional impact, empowering you to build a strong case for your request.
Meet the Conference Program Team
Gilbert Falcon
Colorado State University
Anna Metzger
University of Colorado–Boulder
Alex Marga
University of Oregon
Hanna Gecas
Washington State University
Sydney Caiarelli
University of Washington
Savanna Schmidt
University Alaska–Anchorage
Kysen Henderson
University of Washington
Mackenzie Lawrence
University of Washington
Ryann Combe
University of Utah
Monica Duran
University of Washington
Abby Selke
Colorado State University