2027 Conference Committee
The Conference Committee serves as the heart of our member-led planning, ensuring the Annual Conference remains a space shaped by and for our community. This committee acts as the essential link between our Program Committee’s scholarly vision, our Local and Community Engagement Committee’s place-based relationships, and the Attendee Engagement’s wellness and networking initiatives. By unifying these member-driven efforts, the committee ensures your experience—from the research you share to the community connections you build—is purposeful and cohesive. Their work bridges the diverse aspects of our gathering to create an inclusive environment where every member can thrive.
The Conference Committee consists of a Chair and Co-Chairs of the following in-group committees: Attendee Engagement, Local and Community Engagement, and Program Committee. Current members of these roles are listed after the following committee information.
2027 Conference Committee Leadership Team
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Alicia Castillo Shrestha
Director for Conference and Professional Development Association for the Study of Higher EducationStaff Partner -
Courtney Luedke
Associate Professor/ Co-Director, Center for Urban Education Leadership University of Illinois - ChicagoCo-Chair, Conference Attendee Engagement Committee -
Tenisha TevisAssociate Professor/Director Oregon State UniversityCo-Chair, Conference Attendee Engagement Committee
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Cherese FineAssociate Professor Southern Illinois University EdwardsvilleCo-Chair, Conference Local and Community Engagement Committee
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Catherine N. Montoya
Assistant Professor New Mexico State UniversityCo-Chair, Conference Local and Community Engagement Committee -
Stephanie Aguilar-Smith
Assistant Professor University of GeorgiaCo-Chair, Conference Program Committee -
Leonard D Taylor JrAssociate Professor, Director of NSSE Indiana UniversityCo-Chair, Conference Program Committee