Higher Learning Commission

The 2024 HLC Annual Conference, Higher Ground: The Future of Higher Education, is almost here. If you’ve registered for the conference, you can now build your schedule by logging into the website and mobile app. Haven’t registered yet? There’s still time! 

Conference Resources  

Mobile App and Website  

Instructions have been sent via email to those who have registered for the conference to download and log in to the eventScribe mobile app for the 2024 Annual Conference. Use the app and website to build your personal schedule by favoriting sessions, download and take notes on presentations, see attendees and sponsors, and more. If you already have the eventScribe app, you should delete and re-download it from the app store to ensure you’re getting the most up to date features and information. 

Please note: If you registered for the conference after Sunday, March 17, you will receive mobile app log in information within one week of registering. 

Program Book  

The conference Program Book is now available to download and will be distributed to attendees at the conference. The Program Book contains the full schedule as well as additional information and tips for navigating the conference.  

Resource Guide  

The 2024 Resource Guide is now available! Your source for all things HLC, the guide can be downloaded online and will also be handed out to conference attendees.  

Conference Highlights 

Criteria Listening Sessions 

Last week, HLC announced that the Board of Trustees preliminarily approved proposed changes to the Criteria. We always welcome comments on proposed policies before second reading by the Board, and we want to hear from you! During the conference, there are multiple listening sessions where you can provide feedback in person: 

C-99: Listening Session: Criteria Revision 

Monday, April 15 | 1:30–2:15 p.m. | Regency C 

C-138: Listening Session: Criteria Revision 

Tuesday, April 16 | 9:00–9:45 a.m. | Regency C 

There are also two listening sessions scheduled during the Peer Reviewer Updates and Training pre-conference program. 

First Time Attendee? 

If you’re attending the conference for the first time, or if you’re new to accreditation, be sure to register for and attend the Orientation for First Time Conference Attendees at 4 p.m. Saturday. Sessions that might be beneficial for you are also marked in the website, mobile app and Program Book.  

New! Learn and Earn 

Use the conference mobile app to “Learn and Earn” throughout your conference experience for a chance to win prizes! Scan QR codes found in areas such as the Grand Hall and Expo, Academy Poster Fair, Accreditation Share Fair, at select social functions and more to answer questions and earn points. One correct answer = one point, and 10 points enters you in a drawing to win items including gift cards, books from our Keynote speakers, or a complimentary registration for the 2025 HLC Annual Conference. Winners will be contacted individually after the conference. More details will be available in the mobile app soon. 

Pre-Conference Programs  

Our pre-conference programs are quickly filling up, but there is still space available for the Peer Reviewer Training and Updates, Conversations with Presidents and Trustees, and the Centering Learning Workshop taking place on Saturday, April 13. Register Today! 

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