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We are delighted that you will be joining us as a presenter for the 2026 CUPA-HR Spring Conference! The spring conference provides valuable learning experiences for hundreds of higher ed HR professionals each year, and that wouldn\u2019t be possible without people like you who share their experiences and expertise! Please review the important dates and FAQs below. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at\u00a0<\/span>conferences@cupahr.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text ul_item_indent=”30px” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.8em” ul_font_size=”20px” ul_line_height=”2.2em” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n All presenters are required to register for the conference by February 11.<\/strong> The presenter registration rate is intended for designated presenters only and is not transferable. CUPA-HR does not cover conference-related speaker expenses.<\/p>\n Presenters and co-presenters employed by a higher ed institution<\/strong> should register through the Spring Conference<\/a> website.<\/p>\n Presenters and co-presenters employed by a company or an organization that is exhibiting in the conference Expo<\/strong> should register through the main Exhibitor Portal. Presenters and co-presenters employed by a company or an organization that is not<\/em> exhibiting in the conference Expo<\/strong> should register through the Spring Conference<\/a> website. <\/em><\/p>\n The title slide and final slide of the conference PowerPoint template are required for all presentations.<\/strong> Presenters are also welcome to use the template for their entire presentation. Download the template<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Presenters are required to bring a laptop computer to make their presentation.<\/strong> CUPA-HR provides the following at no cost: LCD projector, remote control and screen, appropriate cables to connect your laptop (PCs ONLY) to LCD projector, two lavaliere microphones, one wireless handheld microphone and wireless internet connectivity. Flip charts and markers are available upon request.<\/p>\n Apple Users: Presenters using a tablet or Apple laptop for their presentation should bring any necessary adapter cords. CUPA-HR cannot guarantee adapter availability from our AV provider or the hotel\u2019s AV department.<\/em><\/p>\n Presentations must include live captioning.<\/strong> CUPA-HR is committed to creating a conference that is accessible to all attendees. Watch a step-by-step video on how to add live captioning in PowerPoint in the Preparation section below.<\/p>\n Special AV requests are due to CUPA-HR by March 5.<\/strong> To submit a request, presenters should send an email to conferences@cupahr.org<\/a> and include their name and session title.<\/p>\n CUPA-HR does not print session handouts.<\/strong> Presenters can upload session materials to the conference app. Instructions on how to do so will be provided closer to the conference.<\/p>\n Corporate presenters are not permitted to promote their products or services in their sessions.<\/strong> Product comments should be vendor neutral. Companies that breach this rule will not be eligible to present at future conferences.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n If you\u2019re a social media user, check out our presenter social media toolkit<\/a> for helpful tips, customizable graphics and sample captions you can use to promote your session on social media.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_accordion _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” toggle_font=”|700|||||||” toggle_font_size=”20px” body_font_size=”20px” body_line_height=”1.8em” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Is the presenter registration fee transferable to non-presenters? ” open=”on” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n No, registration fee discounts are not transferable to non-presenters.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Can I invite a colleague to attend my presentation? ” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n All attendees must be registered for the conference in order to attend any session.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Can I add additional presenters? ” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Presenter additions or changes require CUPA-HR approval, and your request must be submitted to conferences@cupahr.org<\/a> by February 11. Bear in mind that all presenters must be CUPA-HR members.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][et_pb_text module_id=”PREPARATION” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_accordion _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” toggle_font=”|700|||||||” toggle_font_size=”20px” body_font_size=”20px” body_line_height=”1.8em” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_accordion_item title=”How do I enable live captioning in PowerPoint?” open=”on” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Watch a step-by-step video tutorial on how to enable live captioning in PowerPoint.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nIMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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CONFERENCE REGISTRATION<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Note: The Exhibitor Portal is for employees of the exhibiting company only. If your company or organization would like to pay the registration fee for a higher ed co-presenter, please email conferences@cupahr.org<\/a>\u00a0or call (877) 287-2474 to speak with a CUPA-HR representative.<\/em><\/p>\n
Note: If your non-exhibiting company or organization would like to pay the registration fee for a higher ed co-presenter, please email conferences@cupahr.org<\/a> or call (877) 287-2472 to speak with a CUPA-HR representative.<\/em><\/p>\nCONFERENCE POWERPOINT TEMPLATE<\/strong><\/h2>\n
OTHER PRESENTATION REQUIREMENTS AND DETAILS<\/strong><\/h2>\n
SOCIAL MEDIA TOOLKIT FOR PRESENTERS<\/strong><\/h2>\n
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS<\/strong><\/h2>\n
REGISTRATION AND EXPENSES<\/h2>\n
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PREPARATION<\/h2>\n