Dear Colleagues,
There have been a lot of words to describe the events of the past two years. Unprecedented. Disrupting. Challenging. We have all had to “pivot.” We have been forced to solve numerous unforeseen problems in creative ways, all while under enormous pressure.
Yet, we are adaptable and resilient—the hallmarks of our profession. And, as we transition out from this moment of crisis, we are energized by the tremendous opportunities of the future. Out of the crucible of the pandemic has arisen a new recognition of the importance of workforce development, reskilling/upskilling, online learning, and digital education. The PCO community—our UPCEA community—is uniquely positioned to step up to contribute in new and impactful ways.
We encourage you to take advantage of the opportunity to attend what may be your first in-person event since before the pandemic. Our community’s health and safety are of the utmost importance, and UPCEA is following all Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), state, local, and venue guidelines.
But beyond the social (as important as that is—ask anyone who marched in the UPCEA SOLA+R parade in 2020…), this is also an opportunity for us to think afresh about the next generation conference experience. Having been virtual for so long, how can we make the in-person experience that much more meaningful? We challenge you to join us in collectively constructing a new annual gathering that goes even further than before—one that connects, collaborates, and creates in new and unprecedented ways.
At the same time, we have learned much about the value of the virtual experience. A whole new population of UPCEA members has been able to access, learn, and participate thanks to innovative online experiences. The next generation conference experience must include both the physical and the virtual, taking complete advantage of each modality and ensuring that every participant has a full, meaningful experience.
Whether you plan to participate online or on-site in Orlando, we can’t wait to engage with you and continue building the UPCEA community of tomorrow.
| Thomas Cavanagh Vice Provost for Digital Learning University of Central Florida |
Susan Catron Dean of Continuing and Professional Education University of California, Davis |
The UPCEA Annual Conference is the most significant assembly of thought leaders and practitioners today in the field of professional, continuing, and online education. Join us April 11-14, 2022 for engaging keynote speakers, high-energy concurrent sessions, and plentiful networking opportunities.
The Annual Conference convenes deans and other senior university leaders, key staff, and teams responsible for the management, administration, and growth of professional, continuing, and online education programs. Attendees have access to targeted sessions spanning the top areas of practice in our field (aligned with UPCEA's eight professional Networks), led by higher education experts and colleagues.
Attendees will also find targeted sessions on the most pressing topics in the field today - including federal policy, finance and operations, marketing and enrollment management, instructional design, noncredit programs, alternative credentialing, and more.
Need a justification letter for your manager or organization on why you should attend? Download a template here.
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