Upcoming Special Events
The Council on Postsecondary Education hosts several events throughout the year to bring together educational, policy, and industry stakeholders to collaborate and explore best practices in higher education and the development to tomorrow's workforce.
For listings of other events, such as meetings and professional development, please consult the left sidebar.
Student Access Summit 2025
Nov. 17, 2025 | The Campbell House, Lexington
This is CPE's first-ever major convening focused on strategies to improve student transitions into postsecondary education. Topics to be covered include early postsecondary education opportunities, increasing student access, providing practical strategies, tools and resources to prepare students for success transitions, and innovative practices that close gaps.
Healthcare Workforce Collaboratory 2025
Dec. 9, 2025 | The Campbell House, Lexington
This powerful, in-person-only event is designed to tackle one of the state’s most pressing issues — the healthcare staffing crisis — with fresh ideas, proven strategies, and cross-sector collaboration.
Student Success Summit 2026
March 23-24, 2026 | University of Louisville, Swain Student Activities Center, Louisville
The 15th annual Student Success Summit will focus on student-centered approaches to improve overall success. Registration will open in early December 2025.
Last Updated: 9/18/2025