Why Present with AASHE?

• • Demonstrate thought leadership: Gain recognition for your successes by sharing your experiences and lessons learned on the largest stage for sustainability in higher education. 
  • Advance the higher education sustainability movement: From engaging attendees with your sustainability story to empowering others with insight, tools and solutions that have helped you, your participation will enhance the community’s sustainability knowledge, skills and competencies.
  • Strengthen your skills: Each presentation is an opportunity to refine your presentation skills and to experiment with new audience engagement techniques.
  • Build community: Sharing your work is a great way to make connections and find partners within the AASHE community. It encourages increased peer-to-peer learning, networking and collaboration to support a stronger campus sustainability community.
  • Save money: Accepted presenters for conference sessions receive a discount applicable to the cost of a full conference registration.

Session Types

In-person AASHE Conference & Expo Session Formats

The conference will take place Oct. 22-24 in Minneapolis, MN.

Field Reports (45 minutes): Field reports showcase innovative, high-impact approaches led by higher education sustainability professionals. These sessions highlight lessons learned, challenges overcome, and practical strategies that can be adapted on other campuses. 

Learning Labs (2 hours): Take a deep dive into sustainability skills and strategies in these hands-on, interactive sessions designed to strengthen sustainability-related competencies. With more time for engagement and discussions, these sessions encourage active participation and practical application, helping attendees leave with actionable insights. 

NEW! Student Field Reports (45 minutes): Part of the dedicated student track, these sessions provide a platform for students to share their sustainability projects, research, and campus initiatives with their peers and highlight student-driven impact. At least one presenter must be a current student or recent graduate.

NEW! Student Learning Labs (105 minutes): Part of the dedicated student track, these interactive workshops are designed to equip and empower students with the skills and connections needed to drive change on their campuses and in their communities. Priority will be given to proposals that connect students to a network or organization that will be able to continue to support them after the conference. 

Networking Meetings (45 minutes): Connect, collaborate, and exchange ideas! These sessions bring together regional networks and other affinity groups (e.g., zero waste managers or community college representatives) to network, and discuss issues relevant to the group. With no formal presentation, the emphasis is on interactive dialogue and peer-to-peer sharing.

NEW! Pre/Post-Conference Workshops (3 hours): These extended learning sessions, held either on Wednesday, Oct. 22 (before the opening program) or in the afternoon of Friday, Oct 24 (after the closing keynote), provide in-depth professional development opportunities. Offered at an additional fee, these workshops are designed for deep engagement and skill-building. Presenters should have experience leading and facilitating professional development sessions and will be required to sign a memorandum of understanding outlining responsibilities and benefits.

Virtual Education Session Formats (see current programs)

AASHE Webinars (1 hour): Engage, learn, and get inspired! AASHE webinars explore the wide diversity of innovative and high-impact projects, initiatives and approaches for advancing sustainability in higher education. These interactive sessions led by speakers from within the AASHE community are offered live on most Wednesdays from 2–3 p.m. ET via Zoom. Free for everyone to attend, they are recorded for on-demand access by AASHE members via the Campus Sustainability Hub.

AASHE Virtual Workshops (3 hours): Deepen your sustainability expertise with an in-depth virtual workshop! These interactive, single-session events, typically held on Thursdays at 2 p.m. ET via Zoom, provide a focused, hands-on learning experience. Designed for those looking to strengthen sustainability-related skills, workshops offer deeper exploration than webinars or conference sessions. Facilitators receive modest compensation in recognition of their time and effort.

AASHE Online Courses (multiple sessions of 1 hour or more): Expand your knowledge and build connections over time! AASHE Online Courses provide a longer learning journey, typically spanning 6–12 sessions. These live, interactive courses go beyond skill-building by fostering lasting relationships among participants. Sessions may include homework or practical applications between meetings. Course facilitators receive modest compensation for their dedication and expertise.

Alternative Formats: Have an innovative idea that doesn’t fit these formats? We welcome creative proposals for sustainability education programs. Select this option in the submission form and share your vision—we’d love to hear how you’d like to engage and inspire the community!