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2024 NASPA M. Ben Hogan Small Colleges and Universities Institute
In-Person Conferences Small Colleges and Universities Division AVP or "Number Two" Senior Level VP for Student Affairs
June 23 - June 26, 2024 Portland, OR
Hosted on a biennial basis by NASPA’s Small Colleges and Universities Division, the NASPA M. Ben Hogan Small Colleges and Universities Institute is a four-day residential program during which vice presidents for student affairs (and the equivalent) and other senior-level administrators engage in discussion and reflection about critical issues in student affairs and examine effective and innovative programs.
Participation in this institute is limited to the highest-ranking student affairs officer on campus and other senior-level administrators who (1) report to the highest-ranking student affairs officer and (2) have substantial responsibility for divisional leadership. For example, a director of student conduct who oversees student conduct functions only would not be eligible. An associate dean of student affairs who oversees several departments/units/functional areas would be eligible to attend.
The registration fee for this unique program includes housing and most meals.
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About
The 2026 Institute will be the thirteenth in its twenty-eight-year history and will be held on June 21-24, 2026 at Sarah Lawrence College. The Institute brings together vice presidents for student affairs and other senior-level leaders at small colleges and universities with enrollments of fewer than 5,000 students for three days of learning and networking
An intentional component of this signature NASPA program is living and learning together on the host campus.
In 2026, the program will begin with an opening reception and dinner on Sunday, June 21 and will end at noon on Wednesday, June 24. Additionally, several optional pre-institute outings will be offered on Sunday, June 21 for early-arriving participants.
About M. Ben Hogan
In March 2016, the NASPA Small Colleges and Universities Division proposed that the NASPA Small Colleges and Universities Institute be renamed in honor of Michael “Ben” Hogan. The NASPA Board of Directors enthusiastically supported the proposal, and the Institute was renamed the NASPA M. Ben Hogan Small Colleges and Universities Institute. The 2018 institute, hosted by the University of Puget Sound, was the first that bore Ben's name.
Ben Hogan had a long and distinguished career in student affairs. Having spent time at Lycoming College in Pennsylvania and Springfield College in Massachusetts, among other places, Ben was a long-time student affairs administrator at small colleges. As the chairperson of the NASPA Small Colleges and Universities Network (predecessor to the current division), he worked tirelessly to advance the mission and purpose of the small college movement. He was instrumental in laying the groundwork for increased recognition, which resulted in small colleges and universities gaining a seat on the NASPA Board of Directors. Through this work, Ben championed the concept of a professional development experience specifically for small college professionals, and he served as the chairperson of the first NASPA Small Colleges and Universities Institute in 1998.
Venue
The 2026 Small Colleges Institute will be held at Sarah Lawrence College in Bronxville, New York.
Stay tuned, more details to come!
Institute Schedule
The Institute "officially" kicks off with an Institute Welcome Session on Sunday, June 21, 2026. Other sessions and activities on Sunday are optional, some of which carry an additional registration fee.
Please note that this schedule may change. Final details will be shared with participants closer to the event.
About the Institute Model
This exclusive professional development program is an institute. Unlike conferences where participants choose to participate (or not) in concurrent sessions, during this institute, all attendees will participate in the same cohort experience and are expected to engage fully in all aspects of the program including meals. It is a very intensive experience, and the program will run into the evening each day.
Schedule
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Institute Check-in for Early Arrivals
Participants who have registered and paid for early arrival lodging may check-in for the Institute during this time.
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Breakfast Available for Participants with Early Arrival Lodging
Participants who have registered and paid for early arrival lodging (see pre-institute offerings below) may enjoy breakfast during this time.
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Institute Check-in
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Pre-institute Outing: Hike Latourell Falls in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
Details
Sunday, June 23, 2024, 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Pickup: Fowler Student Center
Enjoy the beauty of the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area by hiking Latourell Falls - a 2.9 mile loop with a 600’ elevation gain. We’ll hike through a forest of big cedars and firs as we visit two waterfalls and a grand vista of the gorge on this trail of moderate difficulty level. On our return to Portland we will stop at the Sugar Pine Drive-in for participants to purchase and enjoy a meal (not included) along the Sandy River.
9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Pre-institute Outing: Downtown Portland Highlights
Details
Sunday, June 23, 2024, 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Highlights: Powell’s Bookstore, Pearl District, Pioneer Square, Chinatown
Pickup: Fowler Student Center
Enjoy your own self-paced walking tour of downtown Portland! A shuttle van will pick you up from campus and drop you off in downtown, where you’ll be able to enjoy the myriad of shops, restaurants and bars available. We recommend comfortable walking shoes for this outing.
9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Pre-institute Outing: Portland’s Japanese Garden & International Rose Test Garden Tour
Details
Sunday, June 23, 2024, 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Visit Portland’s iconic Washington Park and enjoy 2 hours of self-guided tours in this urban oasis. Portland’s Japanese Garden (admission included) encompasses eight separate garden styles, a tea house, meandering streams and walkway and a spectacular view of the city and beyond. Portland’s International Rose Test Garden is home to over 600 rose varieties and 10,000 rose bushes. How you split your time between the two parks is up to you! On your return to campus, participants will stop at a downtown food cart pod for lunch (self-paid).
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Opening Reception
6:30 PM - 8:45 PM
Opening Dinner with Keynote Address
8:45 PM - 10:00 PM
Optional: Networking Time
7:30 AM - 8:45 AM
Breakfast Available
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
Institute Welcome and Participant Introductions
10:05 AM - 11:35 AM
Institute Session
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
Lunch
12:50 PM - 1:50 PM
Sponsored Session
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Community Session
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Refreshment Break
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Institute Session
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Break
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Optional: Small Group No Host Dinner
9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Optional: Networking Time
7:30 AM - 8:45 AM
Breakfast Available
8:45 AM - 9:00 AM
Introduction to Day 3
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Institute Session
10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Refreshment Break
10:50 AM - 12:20 PM
Institute Session
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Lunch
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM
Community Session
2:45 PM - 3:15 PM
Refreshment Break
3:30 PM - 5:50 PM
Institute Outing
6:00 PM - 8:15 PM
Cocktail Hour and Dinner
8:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Optional: Networking Time
7:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Check-out Available
7:30 AM - 8:15 AM
Breakfast Available
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Institute Session
10:20 AM - 11:20 AM
Community Session
Pre-institute Offerings
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Invited Speakers
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Registration
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Scholarship Opportunities
If you are experiencing financial hardship, you may qualify for a NASPA Foundation Membership Scholarship or NASPA Foundation Professional Development Access Scholarship, which can be used for this event.
Registration Policies
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Planning Committee
SCUI 2026 Chairs
Sindy Fleming - Carleton College, Associate Dean of Students
Michael Deen - Austin College, Dean of Students
Travis Hill - Hamilton College, Dean of Campus Life
Planning Committee
Bill Fox - Otterbein University, Vice President for Student Affairs
Deanna Wagner - Baker University, Vice President for Student Affairs
Kim Harvey - Nazareth University, Associate Provost for Student Experience and Dean of Students
Megan Lennon - Amherst College, Associate Chief Student Affairs Officer
MeShonya Wren-Coleman - Bethel College, Vice President of Student Life and Dean of Students
Michael McElveen - Berry College, Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs and Interim Dean of Students
Shelley Story - Southwestern University, Vice President for Student Life
Sholondo Campbell - Lynn University, Dean of Students
Sha Bradley - Scripps College, Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students
Sponsors
Interested in sponsorship opportunities for this event? Connect with Fred Comparato at 614-204-5994, or click below to send an email.
Thank you to our 2024 Sponsors!
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