WCET 36th Annual Meeting
The WCET Annual Meeting brings together higher education professionals and practitioners to spark critical conversations, explore the latest advancements in digital learning, and navigate the evolving regulatory landscape. The meeting will be held in person and does not have a virtual component.
The State Authorization Network (SAN) will also host its annual SAN Coordinator Meeting and SAN Member Gathering on October 7, reserved for SAN members.
About the Annual Meeting Program and Audience
The WCET audience represents leaders and practitioners in all aspects of digital learning in higher education who bring incredible insights and experiences. With registration limited to 500 attendees, the WCET meeting is intimate and collegial, thus providing opportunities for meaningful dialogue and insights that you can’t find at other conferences.
Using a variety of formats, the Annual Meeting program reflects WCET’s priorities of community, equity, policy, and practice. Session formats are intended to provide attendees an opportunity to engage with speakers and each other in a meaningful way.
Outline of Events
| Monday, October 7 | Tuesday, October 8 | Wednesday, October 9 | Thursday, October 10 | |
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| Morning – Noon | SAN Coordinator Meeting | WCET Pre-conference Sessions | WCET Annual Meeting | WCET Annual Meeting |
| Noon – Afternoon | SAN Coordinator Meeting | WCET Annual Meeting | WCET Annual Meeting
ASWE Book Club |
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| Evening | SAN Coordinator Gathering
WCET Steering Committee Reception |
WCET Welcome Reception | ASWE Gathering
Networking Dinners |
Registration Details
Registration is now open; visit the event website to register and view the program.
2024 Registration Rates
| Register by July 12 | Register by August 23 | After August 23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| WCET Member* | $795 | $870 | $945 |
| Speaker | $795 | $795 | $795 |
| Non-Member | $995 | $1,070 | $1,145 |
| Student | $300 | $325 | $350 |
*Active membership at the time of the Annual Meeting required.
Group pricing: Register 4 attendees from the same organization and receive a 5th registration free!
WCET offers valuable content for all roles in digital learning. View these sample schedules tailored for:
- Chief Online Learning Officer
- Compliance and Policy
- Emerging Leader/Young Professional
- Tech and Trends
Annual Meeting registration includes:
- Welcome reception on Tuesday.
- Deluxe full breakfast on Wednesday and Thursday.
- Awards and Networking lunch on Wednesday.
- Mobile program app.
- Access to all Annual Meeting sessions.
- Pre-conference workshops are included for WCET members.
Hotel
The WCET Annual Meeting host hotel, the Hyatt Regency Long Beach, is located in the heart of downtown Long Beach. This premier waterfront hotel is just a short walk away from the Aquarium of the Pacific, Pike Outlets, and a variety of restaurants.
WCET has reserved a group rate of $219 per night (plus taxes and fees) at the Hyatt Regency. The group rate expires on September 16, 2024. Make your reservation today.
Sponsorship Opportunities
WCET is grateful to our annual sponsors and supporting members for their investment in our events and programs, including the WCET Annual Meeting. If you are interested in sponsoring WCET and the upcoming Annual Meeting, please see our sponsorship page or contact Megan Raymond for more information.
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