PROGRAM OVERVIEW:

  • Across the country, educational institutions are grappling with a housing crisis that impacts not just students, but also faculty and staff. Rising living costs and a shortage of attainable housing options have left schools—K-12 districts, community colleges, and universities—competing with the general market for limited supply. This challenge affects recruitment, retention, and the long-term vitality of educational communities.

    The Student & Workforce Housing Development Conference program is designed to address these challenges through real-world examples, peer-driven dialogue, and practical strategies. Over two days, district leaders, college and university officials, developers, and partners will explore how institutions are leading and partnering on innovative housing efforts.

    Sessions will highlight:

    • Affordable Housing Collaborations between schools, cities, and nonprofits using creative financing to serve overlapping community needs
    • Innovative Construction Approaches that are rethinking process, materials, and design
    • University Public-Private Partnerships that rapidly scale student housing with shared investment models
    • District-Funded Teacher Housing projects tackling workforce retention through bond-financed developments
    • On-Campus Faculty/Staff Housing and how universities are planning, negotiating, and integrating these developments
    • Community College and Small College Strategies offering scalable and replicable models in lower-density or lower-budget contexts

    With interactive panels and ample time for networking, attendees will leave with tangible ideas, new connections, and a deeper understanding of how institutions—large and small—are redefining housing as a key component of their long-term success.

    Join us as we explore how to create housing solutions that support education, strengthen communities, and secure the future of our institutions.

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PROGRAM FORMATS & NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES:

  • Keynote Addresses

    Renowned college and university housing leaders will share key success factors for delivering high-quality student and workforce housing.

  • Educational Sessions

    The 30+ sessions offered at the conference gives you the opportunity to delve deep into key topics. You’ll find fresh perspectives and actionable insights to inform your decision-making.

  • Roundtable Discussions

    Peer-to-peer learning through real-life case studies and best practices designed to help college and university leaders maximize the success of student and workforce housing projects that meet the long-term needs of their campus communities.

  • Workshops

    Hands-on sessions where attendees share techniques and provide feedback.

  • Learning Circles

    Informal gatherings to discuss and learn about a topic of mutual interest.

  • Project Forum

    College and university representatives from across the country come together at the conference to share their housing development visions and connect with future partners to advance student and workforce housing initiatives.

  • Receptions & Breaks

    Daily receptions and networking breaks bring you together with distinguished professionals from across the industry. Make connections that will help you set your sights on new horizons.

  • Exhibit Hall

    Featuring the latest technology and solutions, the exhibit hall provides valuable opportunities to explore new partnerships to further your agencies mission and conduct business with the exhibiting companies.

FOCUS, TRACKS, & THEMES:

  • On-Campus Student Housing

  • Off-Campus Student Housing

  • Faculty/Staff Housing (Higher Ed & K-12)

  • Affordable Workforce Housing (Educators)

Registration Options:

  • $1,295 after March 13 | $1,495 after April 10

    Recommended for most participants

    ⮞ Access to all panels and keynotes

    ⮞ Access to all panels and keynotes

    ⮞ Access to workshops and exhibitions

    ⮞ Access to networking sessions

    ⮞ Access to meal receptions with food and drink

    ⮞ Access to attendee list

    ⮞ Access to digital networking platform

    ⮞ Access to mobile app

  • $1,695 after March 13 | $1,895 after April 10

    Enhanced access and premium benefits

    ⮞ Access to all panels and keynotes

    ⮞ Access to workshops and exhibitions

    ⮞ Access to networking sessions

    ⮞ Access to meal receptions with food and drink

    ⮞ Access to digital networking platform

    ⮞ Access to mobile app

    ⮞ Early access to attendee list with contact information (including emails)

    ⮞ Access to session audio recordings, transcripts, and presentations

    ⮞ Priority badge collection

  • $395 after March 13 | $595 after April 10

    For School's Only

    ⮞ Access to all panels and keynotes

    ⮞ Access to workshops and exhibitions

    ⮞ Access to networking sessions

    ⮞ Access to meal receptions with food and drink

    ⮞ Access to attendee list

    ⮞ Access to digital networking platform

    ⮞ Access to mobile app

  • $595 after March 20 | $795 after April 10

    For 501(c)(3) organizations only

    ⮞ Access to all panels and keynotes

    ⮞ Access to workshops and exhibitions

    ⮞ Access to networking sessions

    ⮞ Access to meal receptions with food and drink

    ⮞ Access to attendee list

    ⮞ Access to digital networking platform

    ⮞ Access to mobile app

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