We invite you to participate, present and help make this historic first-time hosting of the California College Personnel Association Fall Institute a memorable and impactful experience. The 2026 CCPA Fall Institute's, theme is "Hope through Action: Cultivating Equity & Community in Higher Education."

Hosting this statewide conference marks an exciting opportunity for Fresno State to showcase its commitment to student success, educational equity and community engagement while welcoming higher education professionals from throughout California to campus.

This statewide professional development conference brings together student affairs professionals, faculty, graduate students, and higher education leaders from across California.

The California College Personnel Association is the California state division of ACPA–College Student Educators International and serves as a professional home for educators committed to student success, leadership development, equity and community building in higher education.

Call for Proposals Deadline July 1

Members of the Fresno State community are invited to share their expertise, research and innovative practices by submitting a conference proposal. Presentation formats include educational sessions, panel discussions, California Chats (TED-style presentations) and roundtable discussions. Submission form: bit.ly/ccpaproposal26

DISCLAIMER: If you plan to submit a proposal, wait to register until proposal decisions have been announced. Accepted presenters will be eligible for a discounted registration rate and will receive registration instructions upon notification.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, Oct. 24
Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Register: bit.ly/ccpafall26
Early Bird Registration Deadline: Sept. 1

For more information, or to register, visit the CCPA Fall Institute website or email Samantha Bautista at sbautista@csufresno.edu.