Last week, hundreds of higher education leaders joined us in Chicago for Eduventures Summit 2026. The mild June temperatures made for an ideal backdrop as leaders came together to tackle the industry's biggest challenges. Demographic shifts, fiscal pressures, and an evolving sociopolitical landscape are prompting colleges and universities nationwide to rethink how they build resilience and position themselves for long-term success.
That’s also why higher education has never been more in need of events like Eduventures Summit. We are incredibly grateful to the campus professionals who came together to share ideas, challenge perspectives, and inspire new paths to success. Even amid today’s challenges, this year’s Summit served as a powerful reminder that higher education is driven by passionate, thoughtful leaders who are committed to shaping a stronger future for your institution — and the students you all serve.
We also announced that the Eduventures Summit 2027 will be moving out of the Windy City and over to the Mile High City (Denver) July 19-21, 2027! We encourage you to save the date so you can be one of the first to register.
The conversations don’t stop there. Encoura is excited to convene again in Chicago, July 21-23, 2026, for the Encoura + RNL National Conference. If you have not yet registered, there is still time! With more than 100 sessions spanning undergraduate marketing and recruitment, graduate and online enrollment, and student retention and success, the conference offers countless opportunities to learn from peers, exchange ideas, and discover strategies to help your institution thrive. Learn more and register today!
