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July 21-23, 2026

Marriott Marquis Chicago | Chicago, IL

HISPANIC-SERVING INSTITUTIONS (HSI) Summit

July 20, 2026

Preceding Encoura + RNL National Conference

Examine the evolving landscape of HSIs, reflect on the concept of servingness, and engage in meaningful dialogue around equity, belonging, and institutional responsibility.

Attend this pre-conference summit with fellow colleagues to explore current trends shaping HSIs, including growth, policy, and student outcomesDesigned to be both reflective and practical, this session blends data, dialogue, and shared learning, offering a foundation that participants can carry throughout the conference and beyond. Colleagues will leave with actionable insights to strengthen their impact on campus and in the community. Seating is limited, so early registration is encouraged.


The summit is complimentary with your registration for the Encoura + RNL National Conference


The HSI Summit will take place before the 2026 Encoura + RNL National Conference (July 21-23). Registration is complimentary with your registration for the National Conference, which features more than 100 sessions on campus marketing, student recruitment, student success, and more.

Workshop Registration

The HSI Summit is free with your National Conference registration. Simply select the HSI Summit when registering.

Bring a team to spark discussion and create momentum for implementing new strategies.

Workshop Location

Marriott Marquis Chicago

2121 S Prairie Ave.

Chicago, IL 60616

Encoura Special Rate: $269/night

Rate available until June 29. Rooms may sell out sooner — please make your hotel reservations early.

Attend the National Conference

The 2026 Encoura + RNL National Conference follows the workshop on July 21-23. Choose from more than 100 sessions on:

  • Marketing
  • Student recruitment
  • Student success
  • Strategic planning
  • Analytics and technology

Agenda overview

(Agenda subject to change)



Monday, July 20

TimeSession
9:30 a.m.Coffee and Check-In
10:00 a.m.Welcome & Intention Setting
10:10 a.m.The State of HSIs Today
10:45 a.m.Centering Servingness
11:00 a.m.Student Voices & Lived Experiences
11:40 a.m.Guided Reflection & Share-Out
12:00 p.m.Lunch
1:30 p.m.Regrounding & Themes from the Morning
1:45 p.m.Strategy Spotlight: What's Working
2:30 p.m.Deep Dive Breakouts
3:00 p.m.Break
3:40 p.m.Commitments & Closing Reflection

Register now for the HSI Summit and the National Conference