Programs & Events

Programs

Program submissions have closed for VSSC 2026! Please refer to the Conference Schedule to view presentation information and to access the full conference schedule. We are excited to see you at VSSC!

Submit your Proposal

  • Program Proposals

    Monday June 1, 2026

  • Program Proposals Close

    Monday August 31, 2026

  • Selected Programs Announced

    Friday September 25, 2026

Program & Session Expectations

We are eager to receive proposals related to any area of student affairs and higher education, including but not limited to:

• Student engagement and involvement
• Wellbeing and support services
• Fraternity and sorority life
• Academic advising
• Student conduct
• Housing and residence life
• Leadership development
• Assessment and data-informed decision making
• Professional development and supervision
• Emerging issues and creative solutions in higher education

Abstract

  • Include a brief summary or overview of your program and it’s aims.

  • The abstract will be used in the conference schedule.

  • Under “Learning Outcomes/Objectives,” add with unbolded bullet points:

  • Clearly state 2-4 learning objectives. These should highlight what attendees will learn

Outline of Program Session

  • Presenters should use all of the allotted time

  • Outline should be detailed, with loose time estimates

    • It is ok for these to change slightly after they have been reviewed/accepted

  • Ensure that there are interactive elements between presenters and participants

    • Allows growth of skills & exchange of knowledge

  • Include evidence and/or literature (optional)

    • Strongly suggested for programs targeted for student, professional, and leadership development

  • Bring individual computers/materials – only projectors and HDMIs will be provided

  • Include name, title, institution, and contact information at beginning and/or end of presentation

  • Leave at least five minutes for questions at the end

Program Review Rubric

The VSSC Programming & Speakers Committee will use the following rubric to evaluate program submissions using this rubric. Please review this rubric prior to submitting your program proposal.

Exemplary Program Submissions

The VSSC Programming & Speakers Committee has gathered three exemplary submission examples from the 2025 conference. This may be helpful in creating a high quality program submission.