Advancing inclusive practices in teaching, research, and service.

September 16-17, 2026

This in-person conference will bring students, faculty, staff, community members, and changemakers together to discuss issues related to inclusive practices in higher education. At its core, this conference will serve as an interdisciplinary forum to introduce and explore best practices, policies, theories, and research associated with building community, fostering belonging, and inclusive practices. Additionally, this conference will explore barriers to the effective implementation of inclusive practices as well as solutions to address these barriers.

Conference Topics

• Information technology
• Teaching pedagogy
• Service and practice
• Infusing belonging in clinical work and practice
• Research in all areas of education (K-12 and higher education)
• Improving health equity
• Addressing health inequities
• Mental health
• Higher Education policy
• K-12 educational policy
• Mentorship/supervision for underserved student communities
• Inclusive considerations in the workforce
• Supporting Indigenous training and research in higher education