2027 NASPA International Symposium

The NASPA International Symposium facilitates the advancement of global discussion and worldwide understanding of student affairs and services. The International Symposium seeks to inspire and explore new perspectives, and to create new connections to bridge international boundaries. In doing so, the International Symposium expands NASPA's objective of providing professional learning opportunities to support preparedness for the realities of an increasingly globalized society. The Symposium is designed for anyone whose work touches global student affairs and services, whether that is as a practitioner, scholar, interculturalist, or institutional partner, and equally welcomes those returning each year and those joining for the first time. The 2027 NASPA International Symposium invites student affairs educators and practitioners from around the world to engage with challenges we currently face and a forward-looking question: what do students graduating in 2030 (and beyond) need to be prepared for, and what are we designing today to get them there? This specialized preconference of the NASPA Annual Conference brings together student affairs professionals, educators, administrators, and students from various countries to discuss and address issues pertinent to higher education and student services globally. The primary mission is to foster a global community of practice that enhances the effectiveness of student affairs professionals, enriches educational environments, and supports the holistic development of students worldwide. The event format will include keynote presentations and workshops, concurrent sessions, interactive discussions, and networking opportunities. It can be registered for as a stand-alone event.