2026 Midwest First-Year Conference

Join us for the 2026 annual conference on Friday, September 18th at Gateway Technical College in Racine, Wisconsin! 

In an ever-evolving landscape for higher education, our 2026 theme will discuss Digital Transition: College Success in a Swipe Culture.

This regional one-day drive-in conference provides a forum for academic and student affairs professionals to share ideas, resources, and engaging pedagogy to enhance their instruction of first-year students.

Continental breakfast and buffet lunch will be provided. Parking at Gateway Technical College is free. Further details will be emailed to registrants prior to the conference.

Please use the dropdown menu under "2026 Conference" to find additional event details, links, and registration. We can't wait to see you there!