Anchoring Higher Education Conference 2026
The Anchoring Higher Ed Conference is a one-day in-person convening that gathers scholars, teachers, students, researchers, and community members to share their work and insights on teaching, learning, and community engagement in the academy.
Time & Location
Apr 22, 2026, 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Paul Robeson Campus Center, 350 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Newark, NJ 07102
About the Event
Join us for over 30 panels, workshops and presentations showcasing innovative practices for relationship-building in diverse learning environments. The keynote address will be delivered by Dr. Peter Felten, an expert on student engagement and co-author of the books "Relationship-Rich Education: How Human Connections Drive Success in College" and “Connections Are Everything: A College Student's Guide to Relationship-Rich Education.”
Registration open now at https://go.rutgers.edu/ahec2026!
Schedule
30 minutesRegistration and Breakfast
Essex Room
6 hours 30 minutesPoster Presentations Sessions A-D
Essex RoomPoster