The Symposium on Transforming the Postsecondary Experience
October 12-14, 2026
Grand Hyatt Atlanta
Gain new knowledge to apply to your work!
The Symposium on Transforming the Postsecondary Experience is a national convening for higher education professionals focused on transforming the systems and practices that shape the student experience. The symposium centers on organization-level transformation, bringing together faculty, staff, and leaders who are beginning this work, as well as those engaged in ongoing transformation efforts.
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Workshop tracks to be announced
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Pre- Conference Sessions to be announced
Conference Registration Fees
Registration fees to be announced
For more information, contact events@gardnerinstitute.org
Conference Location Information:
Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead, 3300 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305
FAQs
Who should attend the Symposium?
Administrators, faculty members, CEOs, presidents, and chancellors, Chief Academic Officers, Student Affairs, and students from institutions, systems, and higher education organizations are welcome.
What is included in the Symposium registration?
The Symposium includes all concurrent sessions during the conference. Registered participants have access to:
All sessions, including the Welcome Address, keynotes, and presentations.
Pre-conference sessions are separate and have their own registration fees. You do not have to register for a pre-conference session to participate in the Symposium.
What are the fees for the Symposium?
Fees will be announced Spring 2027
When will the schedule be released?
The full conference program is shared in stages, with the final program released in September. Be sure you’re subscribed to our email interest list to be notified when it’s available.
Are any sessions offered virtually?
All sessions during the conference take place in person. The Gardner Institute offers virtual engagements and services throughout the year.
How do I book a hotel for the Symposium?
The reserved room block is at the same location as the Symposium: Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead, 3300 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305.
Booking details will be announced in Spring 2027.
Do I need to register for individual sessions?
When registering for the Symposium, you will be required to select your workshop track. You do not need to register for the concurrent sessions you will attend during the Symposium.
What forms of payment are accepted?
Payment is accepted in the form of credit card, invoice, or bank transfer.
Who do I contact if I have questions about payment?
Please contact events@gardnerinstitute.org.
Does the Symposium provide assistance for persons with disabilities?
Yes, the Gardner Institute is committed to making all reasonable accommodations that will allow attendees to fully participate in the Symposium. Please indicate any accommodations during registration, or contact us at events@gardnerinstitute.org.
What should I wear to the Symposium?
We recommend wearing business casual attire and comfortable shoes. Additionally, please dress in layers to accommodate temperature variations in the event spaces.
Are printed handouts available for sessions?
All conference materials will be available on the conference mobile app and sent to registered participants by email. Printed handouts will not be available at the conference. If you would like to have printed materials for a certain session, we recommend printing copies to bring with you.
Who do I contact if my question isn’t answered on the website?
For questions related to the Symposium, please contact events@gardnerinstitute.org.
