Pacific 2026 Regional Conference
Organized by Society for College and University Planning
In an era of disruption, convergence is how institutions move from either/or to both/and.
- Dates
- May 27-29, 2026
- Location
- Tempe, AZ
- Deadline
- May 11, 2026
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About this conference
In an era of disruption, convergence is how institutions move from either/or to both/and. 'Convergence' invites us to gather people, programs, partners, and places into intentionally aligned ecosystems—innovation districts that fuse academia and industry, blended academic structures that span disciplines, public–private partnerships that unlock delivery and financing, and campus–community networks that elevate student success and regional prosperity. Inspired by Arizona State University’s approach to innovation, convergence is not a one-time project but a planning mindset: braiding missions, assets, and incentives to produce win–win–win outcomes—for students, faculty, and staff; for institutional sustainability; and for surrounding communities and economies. As campuses face pressures—from enrollment concerns, aging infrastructure, financial pressures, climate risk to affordability, and AI’s rapid evolution—innovative integrated planning becomes a vehicle to converge strategy, space, finance, operations, and partnerships. The result: resilient, human-centered environments that catalyze learning, discovery, and belonging.
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Gain visibility and be part of this event! Regional sponsors provide support for the connection of higher education leaders and advancement of integrated planning solutions for the SCUP Community. The regional annual sponsorships receive recognition for 12 months from the date invoice is paid. Conference sponsorships are available to increase exposure and connection with community-driven events. Benefits include: Logo and link to company website on event webpage and mobile app; Name/Logo recognition in event emails and signage; Logo on scrolling slideshow; Event attendee list access prior to Regional Conference; Banner display set up at Regional Conference if space available; Social media recognition before and after event; One (1) banner ad in SCUP's bi-weekly content email; One (1) Institutional attendee registration to regional conference via sponsor funds directed to the SCUP Scholarship Registration Program; One (1) Registration to Regional Conference; One (1) Registration to SCUP Annual Conference; Banner ad on home page of regional conference mobile app; Event-Specific options like logo on virtual program, introducing keynote speaker, verbal recognition during keynote, individual/group thank-you notification on Regional Conference Mobile App, logo on cocktail napkins, branded tour materials, bus signage, or event signage.
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