The EDUCAUSE Annual Conference connects the best thinkers in higher education technology. Whether you're looking to collaborate, learn, or make new friends, the EDUCAUSE Annual Conference is the perfect place to broaden your horizons and expand your network.
Meaningful connections happen throughout the conference, whether it’s during a casual hallway chat, over a coffee break, or in between sessions, spontaneous networking moments await you at every turn.
Explore the many ways you can connect and get ready to meet a community of higher ed technology professionals.
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Braindate
Braindates are one-on-one or small group conversations that you book with other event participants about a specific topic—one that you request or offer. This will allow you to curate your learning experience and create meaningful connections.
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Community Group Meetings
EDUCAUSE Community Groups (CGs) are online communities where higher education professionals learn from and network with each other around shared topics and interests. Groups interact throughout the year via online discussion forums found on EDUCAUSE Connect and virtual meetings, and many CGs meet in-person at the EDUCAUSE Annual Conference.
Community Group Meetups Schedule Coming Soon
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Conference Venue Tour
Join us for a conference tour to meet other attendees and understand the layout of the event.
Venue tour schedule coming soon.
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EDUCAUSE Commons
EDUCAUSE Commons is the heart of the conference where you’ll find exhibitors and technology solutions, interactive activities, live presentations, poster sessions, lounges, food and beverage, and many ways to mingle with your community.
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EDUCAUSE Commons Reception
Tuesday, October 28 | 4:15–5:30 p.m.
Join us in EDUCAUSE Commons for the Networking Reception, where you can connect with colleagues over drinks and hors d'oeuvres. During this time, you can also engage with industry experts and learn about exciting technology solutions for your campus.
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Young and Early Career Professionals Experience
The Early Career Professionals Experience is designed to help you gain insights, grow your leadership skills, and expand your network to help you advance in your career.
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Executive Leaders Experience
Executive and senior leaders from all types of institutions convene to learn from each other and expand their network. The Executive Leaders Experience was designed to help you do just that in a variety of ways.
Learn more about the Executive Leaders Experience→
Sponsored by Vantage Technology Consulting Group, a 2025 EDUCAUSE Strategic Partner
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Executive Leaders Lounge
Come to the Executive Leaders lounge to relax and meet with friends and colleagues in this dedicated space.
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Young Professionals Hub
The official gathering location for young professionals (and the young at heart!) Young professionals and supporters are encouraged to use the YP Hub throughout the conference to connect with peers in a dedicated collaborative space.
Sponsored by Ellucian, a 2025 EDUCAUSE Mission Partner