2026 Associate Professor Conference
The Conference for Associate Professors - term and tenured - is a great professional development opportunity for advanced assistant professors and associate professors. The 2026 conference theme is Designing Mid-Career Trajectories in a Changing Academy. The conference includes a keynote, professional development sessions, and opportunities to network with colleagues. Attendees will gain valuable insights for planning their career path.
Designing Mid-Career Trajectories in a Changing Academy
Friday, September 18, 2026 | 8:30am-12:00pm
Conference Keynote
Ann E. Austin, Ph.D., University Distinguished Professor of Higher, Adult, and Lifelong Education, Michigan State University (MSU)
Dr. Ann Austin is a nationally recognized expert in faculty development, organizational change in higher education, academic work, and careers. She is a Fellow of the American Educational Research Association (AERA), the Association for the Study of Higher Education (ASHE), and the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). Dr. Austin is a former Interim Vice Provost and Assistant Provost Faculty and Academic Staff Affairs at MSU. Learn more about Dr. Austin >>
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