39th AD&D Annual Meeting Schedule At-A-Glance
The Association of Deans and Directors of University Colleges and Undergraduate Studies is committed to providing quality learning opportunities for its members and other deans, directors, and undergraduate studies professionals. This year's conference theme is "Student Success: A Team Sport".
Note our high-level schedule, which follows, will assist in planning your participation in the Annual Meeting.
The schedule is subject to change.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
4:00pm – 7:00pm | Conference Registration - Be sure to sign up for Friday dine arounds and drop off your university resource items.
5:00pm – 6:00pm | First-Time Attendees & New AD&D Member Orientation
6:00pm – 8:00pm | Greetings and Welcome Reception
Thursday, April 16, 2026
8:00am – 11:00am | Conference Registration
9:00am - 10:15am | General Session & Keynote Presentation: Designing Student Centered Success Practices in a Time of Uncertainty
Dr. Stevie Lawrence II, Vice Provost & Chancellor - Academic Affairs, Winston-Salem State University
10:15am - 10:30am | Break (with refreshments and coffee)
10:30am - 11:45am | Breakout Session I
Breakout A - Best Practices Session
“The Comeback Playbook: Strategies for Supporting Adult Learner Degree Completion” – Jane Sanchez Swain, Montclair State University
Breakout B - Facilitated Discussion
“Factors Influencing Persistence of Students at Low-Retention HBCUs” – LaKeisha Jenkins Washington, Central State University
11:45am - 1:30pm | Lunch on Your Own
1:45pm - 2:45pm | Panel Discussion
2:45pm - 3pm | Break (with refreshment)
3:00pm - 4:15pm | Roundtable Discussion
5:00pm | Dinner on Your Own
Friday, April 17, 2026
9:00am - 10:15am | Breakout Session III
Breakout A - Best Practices Session
“Level Up! Math Pilot Program” – Kim Stack, University of Rhode Island
Breakout B - Facilitated Discussion
“Integrating Perkins into University College: Supporting Special Population Students through Holistic Structures” – Michael Zaborowski, Ferris State University
10:15am - 10:30am | Break (with light refreshments)
10:30am - 11:45am | Breakout Session IV
Breakout A - Best Practices Session
Best Practices: “A Second Chance: Supporting Students After Academic Dismissal” – John Cruz
Breakout B - Facilitated Discussion
“From Silos to Synthesis: Building Teams for Student Success” – Michelle Hayford, North Carolina State University
12:00pm - 1:30pm | Lunch, Annual Business Meeting & Election
1:30pm - 2:30pm | Committee Kickoff Meetings - ALL are encouraged to come explore and get engaged!
Committee Options:
- Annual Meeting Planning Committee
- Professional Development Committee
2:30pm – 6:00pm | Visit and Enjoy Charlotte, North Carolina
6:00pm | Dine Around Opportunities (Meal on your own and not included in registration - Signup will be available at registration)
Saturday, April 18, 2026
9:00am – 10:15am | Breakout Session V: (Two Options)
Breakout A - Best Practices Session
“Academic Advising to Foster the Student’s Sense of Belonging” – Angy Estrada, New Jersey Institute of Technology
Breakout B - Facilitated Discussion
“Motivating the Coaches: Keeping Staff Engaged and Retained” – Arthur Watson, Texas A&M University
10:15am – 10:30am | Break (with refreshments)
10:30am- 11:30am | Panel Discussion
11:30am – 12:00pm | Takeaway Planning & Conference Closing Remarks
Should you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact the AD&D Office at (844) 705-3293 or email us at [email protected].
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