May 26, 2025
Deadline for Program Reviewer Application
May 30, 2025
Deadline for Programs
June 30, 2025
Advance Registration Ends
August 15, 2025
Early-bird registration ends
August 16, 2025
Regular registration begins
September 16, 2025
Late registration begins
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We are thrilled to welcome you to the 2025 NASPA IV-E Regional Conference in Milwaukee, Wisconsin—especially during such a momentous occasion as we celebrate the 40th anniversary of NASPA IV-E’s founding!
This year’s theme, “Navigating Change, Strengthening Community, Inspiring Action,” reflects our shared commitment to supporting one another through evolving landscapes in higher education while remaining grounded in the power of our collective community and purpose-driven leadership.
The conference will take place October 19–21, 2025, in the vibrant and welcoming city of Milwaukee. From dynamic keynote speakers to interactive sessions, networking opportunities, and moments of reflection and celebration, we are confident this conference will offer something valuable for everyone.
Land Acknowledgment
The 2025 IV-East Conference Committee honors and acknowledges that the city of Milwaukee sits on the traditional homelands of the Potawatomi, Ho-Chunk, and Menominee peoples. Along with the Ojibwe and Odawa, these nations were part of the Three Fires Confederacy, and their ancestors have stewarded this land for generations. We also acknowledge the unnamed tribes and tribal members who currently reside in Southeastern Milwaukee. .
Message from the Co-Chairs
We are thrilled to welcome you to the 2025 NASPA IV-E Regional Conference in Milwaukee, Wisconsin—especially during such a momentous occasion as we celebrate the 40th anniversary of NASPA IV-E’s founding!
This year’s theme, “Navigating Change, Strengthening Community, Inspiring Action,” reflects our shared commitment to supporting one another through evolving landscapes in higher education while remaining grounded in the power of our collective community and purpose-driven leadership.
The conference will take place October 19–21, 2025, in the vibrant and welcoming city of Milwaukee. Our dedicated planning team has been working diligently to create a meaningful and engaging experience for all of our regional members. From dynamic keynote speakers to interactive sessions, networking opportunities, and moments of reflection and celebration, we are confident this conference will offer something valuable for everyone.
We sincerely hope you will join us as we honor the legacy of our region, embrace the challenges and opportunities ahead, and continue building a stronger, more connected NASPA IV-E.
With excitement and appreciation,
Deanna Wagner & Michael Allensworth
2025 NASPA IV-E Conference Co-Chairs
Registration
Registration as a member is based on individual membership status at the time of the event. If your current membership will expire prior to the event, you will have the option to renew at the time of registration to receive the member rate.
If you are not a member of NASPA, please visit the membership section of the NASPA website to learn more about membership types and benefits. We hope you’ll consider joining today!
If you are experiencing financial hardship, you may qualify for a NASPA Foundation Membership Scholarship, which can be used for this event.
For a comprehensive listing of NASPA registration policies, please visit this page.
REGISTRATION FEES |
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Advance Registration June 1- June 30, 2025 |
Early Registration July 1- August 15, 2025 |
Regular Registration August 16- September 15, 2025 |
Late & Onsite Registration September 16 - October 21, 2025 |
NASPA Member |
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| $350 | $375 | $425 | $475 |
Non Member |
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| $550 | $575 | $625 | $675 |
NASPA Student Member |
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| $200 | $225 | $275 |
$325 |
NASPA Student Non-Member |
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$250 |
$275 |
$325 | $375 |
NASPA Faculty/Retiree |
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| $350 | $375 | $425 | $475 |
One Day Registration |
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| $150 | $175 | $225 | $275 |
Call for Programs and Reviewers
Please see below for details regarding Calls for Programs and Reviewers
- Educational Program and Pre-Conference Sessions Proposals due: May 30, 2025
- Review time concludes: July 19
- We get notification out July 22 – 31
We are seeking thoughtful, detail-oriented individuals to serve as program reviewers for our upcoming 2025 Conference! Reviewers will evaluate proposals to ensure quality, alignment with our mission, and impact. Your expertise and feedback will help shape an engaging, relevant program for our participants. Interested in making a difference? APPLY TODAY HERE!
Schedule at a Glance
The NASPA Region IV-E is excited for you to join us in Milwaukee, Wisconsin October 19th-21th. We have an impactful conference planned and look forward to hosting our colleagues from all over the Midwest region.
Please Check for the announcement of the 2025 Conference Schedule!
Saturday, October 18, 2025 |
Event and Locations |
| 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. | Conference Committee Meeting |
| 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. | Advisory Board Meeting |
| 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Registration |
| Noon - 5:00 p.m. (TBA) |
Pre-Conference (Warm-up) options Topics TBA |
| 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. | Board and Conferece Committee Joint Reception (invitation only) |
Sunday, October 19, 2025 |
Event and Locations |
| 7:30 a.m. | Registration |
| 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. | Past Regional Director Breakfast (invitation only) |
| 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (TBA) |
Early Conference (Pre-conference) Sessions Topics TBA |
| 1:00 p.m. | TBA |
| 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. | Opening Dinner and Speaker - |
Monday, October 20, 2025 |
Event and Locations |
| 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Registration |
| TBA | Mentor Program |
| 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
Programs
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| Noon - 2:00 p.m. | Awards Luncheon and Speaker - TBA |
| 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. |
Business Meeting and Networking Reception |
| 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. |
No-Host Dinners and Evening Social Events |
Tuesday, October 21, 2025 |
Event and Locations |
| 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. |
Program
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| 10:30 - 11:00 a.m. | Hotel check-out |
| 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Closing Brunch and Speaker - TBA |
Keynote Speakers
Please Check for the Announcement of our 2025 Keynote Speakers.
Dr. Amelia Parnell, NASPA President & CEO |
Dr. Amelia Parnell is an accomplished higher education executive and an internationally recognized thought leader regarding current issues and emerging trends in the field. She is a passionate advocate for higher education as a tool for personal advancement and impact, and she seeks opportunities to partner with organizations and individuals who share her sincere commitment to centering students' needs.
In her prior role as vice president for research and policy for NASPA, Dr. Parnell led many of the association's scholarly and advocacy-focused activities and fostered partnerships with college administrators, researchers, grant makers, and other higher education professionals.
Amelia recently completed four years of service on the Board of Directors for EDUCAUSE, where she was Chair of the Finance & Investment Committee and the Audit Committee. She is also the past chair of the Higher Education Equity Network (HEEN), a collective impact network representing more than 25 organizations at the forefront of addressing racial equity in higher education.
Amelia enjoys opportunities to teach, and she is energized by making complex concepts easy to understand. She has had enriching engagements with students and peers as an adjunct instructor and lecturer and she is the author of the book, You Are a Data Person, which she wrote to encourage all higher education professionals to discover and embrace their unique data identity.
Amelia holds a Ph.D. in higher education from Florida State University and master’s and bachelor’s degrees in business administration from Florida A & M University.
Venue
Never miss a moment of the downtown action at Hyatt Regency Milwaukee, a contemporary hotel just minutes from iconic Water Street and nearby Deer District. Rest well while conference where hotel rooms and spacious suites offer free Wi-Fi, contemporary décor, productive work areas and stunning views of downtown Milwaukee from select high-floor accommodations.
**UPDATED DEADLINE to reserve your room is FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2025**
Book Your Room
The Hyatt Regency Milwaukee
333 West Kilbourn Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53203
Single/Double Rooms
$128.00/night
Parking
On-Site Self-Parking Daily: $31.00 | Overnight Valet Daily: $40.00
Things to do in Milwaukee
Milwaukee is an exciting city with a variety of entertainment and dining options. The following options have been curated by the NASPA IV-E Local Arrangements team. For a detailed guide to exploring all that Milwaukee has to offer, check out: www.visitmilwaukee.org (Destination Milwaukee)