2026 ACPA-Michigan JEDI Drive-In Conference

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The ACPA-Michigan Chapter is excited to announce its 2026 Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) Drive-In Conference, which will take place at Siena Heights University in Adrian, MI on Friday, 15 May 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern. This conference will bring together members of our regional community for learning, connection, and dialogue centered on justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in higher education.Our theme this year is: Cultivating Hope and Belonging: Empowering Communities to Thrive, encouraging attendees to "find their people" and work toward a better tomorrow.

ACPA-MI invites students, faculty, and professionals are invited to submit a program proposal now through March 22nd. More information about the conference schedule, and transportation and lodging, are forthcoming, but register now to save the date and hold your spot.

Summary Details

Theme: Cultivating Hope and Belonging: Empowering Communities to Thrive

Date/Time: Friday, 15 May 2026 at 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern

Location: Sienna Heights University,

1247 E Siena Heights Dr, Adrian, MI 49221

Contact Info: For more information, visit the ACPA-Michigan website or email michigan@acpa.nche.edu.

Professional Competencies

2026 ACPA-Michigan JEDI Conference participants will develop professional competencies in:

Advising and Supporting
Personal and Ethical Foundations
Social Justice and Inclusion
Student Learning and Development

For more information about the ACPA/NASPA Professional Competency Areas for Student Affairs Practitioners, visit our website.

Learning Outcomes

As a result of attending the 2026 ACPA-Michigan JEDI Conference, particpants will be able to:

Identify strategies for advancing justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) within their professional contexts through community-centered and relationship-based approaches
Connect JEDI theories and frameworks to practical actions that support belonging and empowerment in higher education settings
Apply concepts of critical hope and empowerment to sustain equity-focused work in higher education and student affairs

Registration Fees

Member Category	Early Bird Registration Rates (April 12, 2026)	Regular Registration Rates (May 8, 2026)
Professional Member	$75	$100
Professional Non-Member	$100	$150
Student Member	$30	$35
Student Non-Member	$30	$35

NOTE: ACPA-Michigan is also pleased to offer a group rate for groups of 5 or more people. To get the group discount code, email michigan@acpa.nche.edu before your group members register. In your email, please include the names of those attending in your group. Only one person from the group needs to email us to get the group discount code. Group discount codes must be applied at the time of registration and cannot be applied retroactively.

Keynote Speaker

Nicholas Lamar Wright, Ph.D., is a champion of social justice, inclusion, belonging, & accessibility. He is a nationally recognized, award-winning higher education leader, scholar, and practitioner who excels at making connections and building inclusive cultures. Dr. Wright identifies as a multiracial (Black/White) man who graduated from the University of Louisville with a Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling and Personnel Services, with a specialization in College Student Personnel. He is currently the Assistant Vice President of Diversity at Gonzaga University. Dr. Wright also serve as at the Chair for Racial Justice Strategies on the ACPA Leadership Council (2025-2027).

2026 ACPA-Michigan JEDI Drive-In Conference

Friday May 15 2026, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Siena Heights University
1247 E Siena Heights Dr
Adrian, Michigan
United States
49221

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