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2026 TACUSPA Annual Conference


A Reimagined Conference Schedule

This year, the Conference Planning Team has thoughtfully redesigned the conference schedule to create a more intentional and engaging attendee experience. The updated structure allows for a better balance of educational sessions, networking opportunities, and time for reflection.

Our goal is to provide:

  • More meaningful session engagement
  • Improved flow throughout the day
  • Dedicated time for connection and community-building

Check out the Schedule at a Glance below and be on the look out for more information soon so you can begin planning your conference experience! All sessions will take place at the Texas A&M Hotel and Conference Center.

schedule at a glance

 Monday, October 12      

  Pre-Conference Workshops 
 12:30pm-1:00pm  Conference Check-In & Registration
 1:00pm-5:00pm    STAND Up Trauma-Informed Care Train the Trainer Part 1
   

 Tuesday, October 13

  Pre-Conference Workshops & Institutes
 8:00am-5:00pm  Conference Check-In & Registration
 8:00am-5:00pm  STAND Up Trauma-Informed Care Train the Trainer Part 2
 9:00am-4:00pm  NABITA Risk Rubric Training One-Day Certification with Scott Lewis, J.D. 
 1:00pm-5:30pm

 TACUSPA Institutes (Prior Registration Required)

  • Graduate Student Institute (GSI)
  • New Professional Institute (NPI)
  • Mid-Manager Institute (MMI)
   

 Wednesday, October 14   

Day 1
 8:00am-5:00pm  Conference Check-In & Registration
 8:30am-9:30am  Texas A&M University Campus Tour
 9:15am-10:00am  Thomas Moorman Fellowship Presentations
 11:00am-11:50am

 First-Time Attendee Meeting
 12:00pm-1:30pm  Lunch on Your Own
 12:00pm-1:30pm  Texas Council of Chief Student Affairs Officers (TCCSAO) Fall Meeting

(Closed Meeting) Sponsored by Digi Security Systems & RealResponse
 12:00pm-1:30pm  Texas Dean of Students Council (TxDoSC) Meeting & Lunch (Closed Meeting) Sponsored by RealResponse
 1:45pm-2:35pm  Roundtables Block 1
 2:45pm-3:35pm  Educational Session Block 1
 3:45pm-4:45pm

 Passport to Possibilities:

  • Poster Presentations
  • Silent Auction
  • Sponsorship and Vendors
 4:00pm-4:45pm

 Senior Student Affairs Officers Reception (Invite Only)

 Hosted by the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs at Texas A&M University
 5:00pm-5:30pm  Conference Kick-Off
 5:30pm-6:30pm
  Dinner
 6:30pm-7:30pm  Keynote #1 : Dr. Kim Dooley Sponsored by TimelyCare
 7:30pm-9:00pm  TACUSPA Foundation Dessert Reception & Silent Auction Sponsored by TCCSAO
   

 Thursday, October 15     

 Day 2
 8:00am-5:00pm  Conference Check-In & Registration
 8:00am-9:00am  Day 2 Kick-Off & Breakfast
 9:00am-10:15am  Keynote #2: Dr. Justin McGlothin with Gentelligence Sponsored by RealResponse
 10:15am-11:00am  Coffee Break
 11:00am-11:50am  Educational Session Block 2
 12:00pm-1:00pm  Business Lunch & Awards
 1:00pm-2:10pm  Student Affairs Now Live Podcast with Dr. Keith Edwards
 2:10pm-2:30pm  Break
 2:30pm-3:20pm  Educational Session Block 3
 3:30pm-4:20pm  Educational Session Block 4
 4:20pm-5:00pm  Transition to Reception at Kyle Field - Letterman's Club
 5:00pm-6:30pm

 Presidents' Reception with heavy hors d'oeuvres (Open to All)

 Hosted by the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs at Texas A&M University
 6:30pm  Dinner on Your Own
   

 Friday, October 16

 Day 3
 8:00am-10:00am Conference Check In & Registration
 9:00am-9:50am

 Roundtables Block 2
 10:00am-10:50am  Educational Session Block 5
 11:00am-12:15pm  Keynote #3: Dr. Urisonya Flunder & Brunch
 12:15pm-1:00pm  Conference Awards & Closing
 1:30pm-3:30pm  TACUSPA Board Meeting led by Dr. Lacey Folsom (Closed Meeting)


*Please note session times and locations may be updated as the conference approaches.

Daily Access Spaces

  • Wellness & Reset Space 
  • Headquarters Conference Committee
  • Vendors/Grad Programs/Silent Auction


Contact us at tacuspa@tacuspa.net for general inquires

For membership inquires reach out to us at membership@tacuspa.net

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