Superconvening 2026
THE POWER OF SYSTEMNESS
The national convening for higher education system leaders advancing coordinated action and impact at scale.
December 2-4, 2026 | Grand Hyatt Washington | Washington, DC
What is Superconvening?NASH's Superconvening is the annual gathering of higher education system leaders, partners, funders, and experts working to strengthen publichigher education through alignment and action. |
What is Systemness?Systemness is the coordinated capacity of higher education systems to achieve more together than any one institution, policy, or partner could achieve alone. It aligns leadership, data, strategy, and partnerships around shared priorities so systems can address complex challenges at scale. |
The Power of Systemness in ActionFrom Framework to Convening |
Why AttendAdvance Systemwide ImpactAdvance strategies that improve student outcomes and regional prosperity. Learn from System LeadersEngage with system leaders, innovators, and national experts. Strengthen System LeadershipBuild the skills and partnerships to lead with clarity and confidence. |
Who Should Join Us
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Schedule at a Glance
Wed, Dec 2
System Heads Meeting
Invitation-only annual programming for system presidents, chancellors, and chief executives.
12:30 PM • Registration
1:00 PM • Lunch
2:00 PM • Critical Issues Summit *
4:30 PM • NASH Update
5:15 PM • Members Business Meeting
6:00 PM • System Heads Dinner
* The Critical Issues Summit is an exclusive session for system heads focused on the most pressing issues facing public higher education. Expert perspectives will set the stage for candid peer discussion about how systems are responding, what's working, and where questions remain in navigating similar challenges.
Thurs, Dec 3
Day 1
8:00 AM • Registration Open
10:00 AM • Conference Kickoff
10:30 AM • Keynote
11:15 AM • Plenary on Evidence
12:15 PM • Lunch
1:30 PM • Concurrent Sessions A
• Track I: Data & Workforce Alignment
• Track II: Higher Ed in Prison
• Track III: Improvement
3:00 PM • Networking Break
3:30 PM • Plenary on Measurement
4:15 PM • Plenary on Value
5:30 PM • Welcome Reception
Fri, Dec 4
Day 2
8:00 AM • Registration Open, Breakfast
9:00 AM • Plenary on Solutions
10:00 AM • Concurrent Sessions B
• Track I: Artificial Intelligence
• Track II: Workforce Development
• Track III: Civic Engagement
11:00 AM • Concurrent Sessions C
• Track I: Finance
• Track II: Leadership Development
• Track III: Data Alignment
12:00 PM • Lunch and Awards Ceremony
1:45 PM • Closing Plenary on Scale
2:30 PM • Call to Action: Our Movement
Registration Portal
Sponsorship OpportunitiesSupport Systemness by elevating your brand, connecting with system leaders, and advancing scalable solutions for higher education. Connect with system leaders, national partners, and decision-makers driving higher education forward. |
Nominations for the Annual NASH Awards are Now OpenCelebrate the transformative power of system-level collaboration by nominating an initiative for a NASH Award. These awards recognize efforts aligned with our vision of systemness, honoring systems that successfully seed, test, and scale proven strategies across campuses. |
Hotel AccommodationsGrand Hyatt Washington For your convenience, accommodations are available at a special group rate of $269.00 per night at the Grand Hyatt through November 6, 2026. |
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Questions?We're here to help with any questions you may have. |