The Innovations conference is the premier event for professionals dedicated to improving organizational teaching and learning, and discovering new approaches for enhancing the community college experience. The conference provides a tremendous forum for collaboration among academic experts and leading community college professionals, while granting participants exclusive access to the most inventive and thought-provoking programs from around the world.

The conference provides opportunities for colleagues to showcase their model programs, share lessons learned, and look to the future by experiencing a wide array of new ideas through the Conference Streams:

• Learning and Teaching
• Leadership and Organization
• Workforce Preparation and Development
• Student Success
• Basic Skills and Developmental Education
• Resource Development and Foundation Management
• Research, Assessment, and Accountability
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• Sustainability
• Open Educational Resources

The 2014 conference features:

• John and Suanne Roueche Excellence Awards and award winner activities
• Engaging Keynote Speakers discussing critical issues facing community college educators
• Forums, Special Sessions, Roundtable Discussions, and Poster Sessions
• Master Seminars to connect with experts in the field
• 24-Hour Email and Internet Station
• An extensive exhibition featuring educational products and services
• The opportunity to exchange ideas with hundreds of colleagues during Receptions and Refreshment Breaks