2026 PASSHE Student Affairs Conference
Wednesday, May 20 - Thursday, May 21
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The PASSHE Student Affairs Conference returns to Millersville University in 2026 with a renewed focus on collaboration, connection, and shared commitment to supporting our students, colleagues, and institutions. Join us on May 20-21, 2026 as we come together to uplift our shared mission, strengthen our professional networks, and reaffirm our role in shaping empowered, connected, and resilient campus communities.
Anchored in the theme United in Purpose, Grounded in Community, this year’s conference invites higher education professionals and students to explore how intentional relationships, inclusive practices, and community-centered approaches strengthen our collective impact across the State System.
As higher education continues to navigate evolving student needs, workforce challenges, and changing institutional landscapes, Student Affairs professionals are called to lead with clarity, compassion, and cohesion. This conference provides a space to reflect, learn, and re-engage in meaningful dialogue around fostering belonging, advancing equity, and sustaining student success through authentic community building.
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Registration Info
Early-Bird Registration (Ends March 1, 2026)
Professionals (PASSHE): $100
Students: $50
Professionals (Non-PASSHE): $120
Regular Registration (March 2, 2026 - May 21, 2026)PASSHE Professionals (PASSHE): $110
Students: $55
Professionals (Non-PASSHE): $130All registrations include dinner on May 20 and breakfast and lunch on May 21.
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Housing & Accommodations
Conference attendees may choose from multiple lodging options based on availability and personal preference. Please review the options below and choose the accommodation that best meets your needs.
Please note, housing fees are NOT included in registration.
Option 1:
Holiday Inn at the Imperial Event Center
26 E Chestnut Street, Lancaster, PA 17602 (4.8 miles from Millersville University)
Reservation Phone: 888-465-4329 (provide Block NAME and CODE)
Conference Bloock Name: PASSHE Student Affairs Room Block
Conference Block Code: PSA
Reservation Online Link: Holiday Inn Lancaster 2026 PASSHE Conference
Option 2:
Millersville University On-Campus Housing
Reservation Contact: Michael Kurland
Contact Info: 717-871-5938 or by email at michael.kurland@millersville.edu
View On-Campus Accommodations
Option 3:
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Schedule
This is a sample schedule only and is subject to change.
All activities will be held on Millersville University's campus unless otherwise indicated.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
11:00am - 5:00pm Registration Open 11:30am - 12:45pm Lunch (Pay Your Way) 1:00pm - 3:15pm Education Sessions 3:30pm - 4:30pm Functional Areas Breakouts 4:45pm - 6:00pm Reception 6:00pm - 7:00pm Dinner 7:00pm - 8:30pm Welcome & Keynote
Liberated Leadership presented by Dr. Amber Sessoms, PASSHE Trustee and founder of Natural Inclination, LLC.9:00pm - 11:59pm Decade's Amusement & Fare Social (optional, Lancaster City) Thursday, May 21, 2026
8:30am - 4:00pm Registration Open 8:30am - 9:45am Breakfast & Bamboo 10:00am - 12:15pm Education Sessions 12:30pm - 2:00pm Lunch & Keynote
Free Speech on Campus in 2026 presented by Zach Greenberg, First Amendment Attorney, Campus Rights Advocacy, Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE)2:15pm - 3:15pm Education Sessions 3:30pm - 4:30pm Closing Panel Discussion
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About Lancaster County, PA
Nestled between the vibrant and bustling streets of Lancaster City and the peaceful rolling hills of the Amish countryside, there's so much to see and do when visiting Millersville University in historical Lancaster County, PA.
Whether you're visiting for a day or an extended weekend, you'll discover many unique and exciting things happening in Pennsylvania Dutch Country.
Discover Lancaster
Conveniently located in South Central, PA, you can easily travel from Millersville University to:
Philadelphia, PA: 1hr 45 min (85 miles)
Gettysburg, PA: 1 hr 15 min (55 miles)
Hershey, PA: 45 min (30 miles)
Harrisburg, PA: 45-50 min (42 miles)