Boost Your Leadership Skills and Build Your Network
Kick-start your career at the EDUCAUSE Annual Conference, where emerging professionals connect with experienced leaders. 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.
EDUCAUSE Early-Career Accelerator Program
Sponsored by Ellucian, 2025 EDUCAUSE Mission Partner
(Separate registration is required)
The inaugural EDUCAUSE Early-Career Accelerator Program is an immersive, hybrid learning opportunity for early-career professionals, with 0-7 years of professional higher ed experience, looking to develop their higher ed leadership competencies and grow professionally. This two-month program begins with an in-person component at the EDUCAUSE Annual Conference and continues online featuring experts and thought leaders in key areas throughout. Learn more about the Early-Career Accelerator Program→
Young Professionals Hub
Sponsored by Ellucian, 2025 EDUCAUSE Mission Partner
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.
Young Professionals Meetup and Networking
Early in your career, new to higher education, or just want to support young professionals? Come join Young Professionals Community Group (YPCG) leadership to meet up while we're in person and see who else is involved in making sure Young Professionals are successful in Higher Education Technology roles.
Young Professionals Happy Hour
Sponsored by Ellucian, 2025 EDUCAUSE Mission Partner
Join us for a networking happy hour in the Young Professionals Hub! You’ll connect with colleagues over drinks and light appetizers to make connections and discuss lessons you’ve learned at the conference.
Braindates
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. Learn more about Braindates→.
Daily Kickstarts
Sponsored by Ellucian, 2025 EDUCAUSE Mission Partner
Chat with experienced members of the Young Professionals Advisory Committee to help you make the most of your conference experience. We’ll connect over coffee to talk about sessions we’re excited for during the upcoming day and share information we’ve learned at the conference.
Learning Opportunities
You’ll find lots of sessions aimed at young and early career professionals in the conference agenda, from professional development tips to mentoring and mapping your ideal career. Check back here for a curated itinerary coming soon!
More activities coming soon—stay tuned!