GCPA Annual Conference
Join higher education professionals from across Georgia for the 2026 Georgia College Personnel Association (GCPA) Annual Conference at Reinhardt University on November 19 – 20, 2026. Centered around the theme, “Staying Rooted, Growing Forward: Strengthening Georgia’s Higher Education Community,” this two-day conference offers engaging educational sessions, networking opportunities, and recognition of outstanding professionals through the GCPA Awards. Whether you’re looking to expand your knowledge, share best practices, or connect with colleagues from across the state, you’ll leave inspired with new ideas and meaningful professional relationships. We look forward to welcoming you to Reinhardt University this November!
Summary Details
Theme: Staying Rooted, Growing Forward: Strengthening Georgia’s Higher Education Community
Date/Time: Thursday, 19 November 2026 at 2:00 to 6:30 p.m. Eastern; Friday, 20 November 2026 at 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Eastern
Location: Reinhardt University, 7300 Reinhardt Circle, Waleska, GA 30183
Contact Info: For more information, visit the GCPA website or email georgia@acpa.nche.edu.
ACPA/NASPA Professional Competencies
Conference participants will develop professional competencies in the areas of: Advising and Supporting; Leadership; Social Justice and Inclusion; and Student Learning & Development.
Call for Proposals
GCPA is now accepting program proposals for our 2026 conference. This is a wonderful opportunity to share the work we do, lessons we have learned, and continue to evolve and innovate the work we do. If you are interested in sharing your expertise and contributing to the conference program, please submit your proposal here.
Conference Registration
Registration has officially opened! Please register with the link below!
Registration Fees
| Member Category | Early Bird Rate | Regular Rate (Thru 1 Nov 2024) |
| Professional Member | N/A | $100 |
| Graduate Student Member | N/A | $100 |
| Undergraduate Student Member | N/A | $100 |
| Professional Non-Member | N/A | $150 |
Your conference registration fees include hors d’oeuvres on Thursday, and breakfast, lunch, and a refreshment break on Friday. REGISTER THROUGH ACPA HERE
Keynote Speaker
We are excited to welcome Dr. Walter May, Dean of Students at Reinhardt University, as our keynote speaker for this year’s conference
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