EDUCAUSE Annual Conference Denver 2026

Higher education technology professionals gather in Denver for networking, learning and innovation.

The EDUCAUSE Annual Conference 2026 will bring together higher education technology professionals and providers in Denver from Sept. 29 to Oct. 2. The event will take place at the Colorado Convention Center, with an additional online component scheduled for Oct. 14-15, 2026.

The conference serves as a platform for networking, professional development and exploring technology solutions relevant to higher education. Programming includes preconference workshops, sessions led by experienced members and opportunities to engage with peers and industry experts. The event is organized by EDUCAUSE members and aims to address current challenges and trends in higher education technology, including the growing role of AI in the workplace and digital workplace transformation.

EDUCAUSE Annual Conference 2026 Focus Areas

• Higher Education Technology Trends: Presentations and discussions on the latest developments and innovations in technology for higher education institutions.
• Professional Networking: Opportunities to connect with peers, technology providers and thought leaders in the higher education technology community.
• Innovative Solutions Exploration: Exhibits and sessions showcasing new products, services and strategies to enhance technology use in higher education.
• Leadership and Strategy: Content focused on CIOs and senior technology leaders addressing strategic planning and leadership challenges in academia.
• Cybersecurity and Policy: Sessions covering security, privacy and policy issues impacting higher education technology environments.

Who Should Attend EDUCAUSE Annual Conference 2026

The conference targets professionals involved in technology strategy and implementation across higher education institutions:

• Higher education IT professionals
• Technology providers serving higher education
• CIOs and senior technology leaders in academia
• Academic technology staff
• Higher education administrators involved in technology decision-making

Attendees interested in learning management systems and educational technology will find relevant sessions and exhibitors throughout the event.