Conferences and Continuing Education

The National Resource Center for The First-Year Experience and Students in Transition hosts conferences, institutes, online courses, and other events each year to highlight the latest research findings, share assessment strategies, and address current trends and issues affecting college students' transition, learning, and success.

Upcoming Events, Courses, and Webinars

Institute on Community College Student Onboarding and First-Year Success

Registration for this event closed on August 19. If you are registered to attend, please reference the event page for more information.

33rd National Conference on Students in Transition

Join us for the 33rd National Conference on Students in Transition, held virtually September 30-October 2, 2026.

46th Annual Conference on The First-Year Experience

Join us for the 46 Annual Conference on The First-Year Experience, held February 13-16, 2027 in Orlando, FL.

Inaugural Conference on the Transfer Student Experience

Join us for the Inaugural Conference on the Transfer Student Experience, held June 29-July 1, 2027 in Charlotte, NC.

Online Course: Understanding & Advancing First-Generation Student Success in Higher Education

October 5-30, 2026;  This course explores strategies for advancing first-generation college student success. Participants will examine the historical foundations of federal support programs, including the Higher Education Act of 1965 and TRIO, and explore how institutions define and serve first-generation students.

Prepare for National Transfer Student Week - October 19-23, 2026

Learn more about NTSW, download the 2026 NTSW marketing kit, and view celebration ideas for your campus.