AALHE 2025 Conference

See Pricing and Register for the Conference

May 27-30, 2025 | Alexandria, Virginia

• Across the street from the District Court House and the Patent and Trademark Office
• 4.5 miles from Reagan National Airport
• 3 blocks from the King Street Metro
• Within walking distance or a free Trolley Ride one mile into the heart of Old Town Alexandria, cobble-stoned streets of King Street, George Washington's neighborhood
• Numerous shops, cafes, restaurants, and taverns in this historic town including the Wharf on the Potomac
• To learn more about Alexandria, and what's in the area, click here!

Timeline

• Conference Registration Opens:  Mid-January
• Call for Proposal Submission Deadline: February 9, 2025
• Proposal Authors Acceptance Confirmation Due: Friday, February 28, 2025 
• Anticipated Notification to Proposal Authors by: March 8, 2025
• Presenter Registration Required: Friday, March 28, 2025
• Session Materials and Presenter Profiles Due: Friday, May 2, 2025
• Conference Registration Closes: May 30, 2025

Hotel & Travel

All meeting sessions and exhibits will take place at the Westin-Alexandria Old Town. With a nice blend of modern convenience and boutique sophistication, The Westin Alexandria Old Town is perfect for conducting business and exploring historic charm. You'll find beauty along the cobblestone streets and red brick sidewalks in Old Town Alexandria, home to specialty shops, boutiques, and museums. You can discover first-class attractions across the Potomac River at National Harbor and Washington, D.C.

AALHE Member Discounted Block Room Rate: $249 per night, does not include tax.
Room Rate Ends: Monday, April 28, 2025

Book your group rate for AALHE Spring 2025

The Westin-Alexandria Old Town is offering AALHE conference attendees this special rate that extends to the pre and post-conference dates, if you wish to extend your visit to the Nation’s Capitol.

Start Date: Friday, May 23, 2025
End Date: Tuesday, June 03, 2025

Westin-Alexandria Old Town
400 Courthouse Square, Alexandria, VA 22314
703-253-8600

Call for Proposals

Link to the AALHE Submission Portal: The Window has closed.

Proposals should emphasize creativity, innovation, and collaboration in assessment processes, particularly those that demonstrate practical applications or foster cross-institutional partnerships. For further information or questions about the proposal submission process or the conference experience, please contact [email protected].

Key Dates are as follows:

• Deadline to submit: February 9, 2025, 10:59 PM CST
• Accepted presenters will be notified by March 7, 2025

Pre-Conference Workshops

The Pre-Conference Workshops will be half-day concurrent sessions on May 27th. Learn more about the workshops by CLICKING HERE.

• Assessment 101: A Step-by-Step Guide to Elevate Excellence in Non-Academic Units
  Presented by: Nasrin Fatima

• Upending Current Assessment Practices: Addressing Faculty's Values
  Presented by: Teresa Flateby

• Adapting to Generative AI in Ways that Support Accuracy in Measures of Student Learning
  Presented by: Karen Singer-Freeman

• Publishing and Presenting using Generative AI Tools
  Presented by: Jessica Taylor and Glenn Phillips

Keynote Speaker

More information to come.

Networking Excursions

Step back in time on an unforgettable journey through the heart of one of America's most historic cities! Explore Old Town Alexandria, founded over 275 years ago as a bustling port town along the Potomac River. This walking tour stops will include iconic locations like The Carlyle House, Gadsby’s Tavern, Captain’s Row, George Washington’s Townhouse, and historic Christ Church where we will view the box-shaped pew that George Washington purchased in 1773!

$30 per person (includes tips, taxes, and fees)
Learn more and register by CLICKING HERE.

Conference Program Schedule

Learn more about the 2025 conference agenda by CLICKING HERE.

Exhibitors & Sponsors

Exhibitors and sponsors are welcome to join us in Alexandria, Virginia! AALHE is your connection to an engaged community of 400+ assessment practitioners from higher education institutions across the nation and the world. More information will be coming soon. Learn more about our exhibit and sponsorship opportunities by CLICKING HERE.

Conference Volunteers

Get more engaged by volunteering during the event - help at the Registration Desk, guide attendees to sessions, or moderate speaker presentations. Participating as a volunteer during the conference can be a rewarding way to engage with AALHE. We greatly appreciate your support in making the 2025 AALHE Conference a resounding success.

 Donate to our 2025 AALHE  Grants

AALHE is pleased to offer a limited number of grants to support members in good standing who wish to attend the AALHE Annual Conference. We believe in fostering inclusivity and accessibility for all our members, and we invite our members to join us in this mission by contributing to our conference grant initiative. Your support will directly impact the professional development opportunities available to our members, ensuring that a diverse range of voices and perspectives are represented at our conference. Together, let's make the AALHE Annual Conference an enriching experience for all. 

To donate, submit your donation GIVE HERE.

Request funds from our 2025 AALHE Grants
AALHE is pleased to offer a limited number of grants to support members in good standing who wish to attend the AALHE Annual Conference. Pre-conference workshops, networking dinners, and excursions are not covered by grant support.

To apply, please complete the application HERE.
The deadline for application is April 4, 2025.  Grant recipients will be notified in writing by April 11, 2025.

Questions

Questions about the AALHE 2025 Conference? Contact [email protected].

Past Conferences

Past Conference Program books are available for review. Members may also access Conference Proceedings from past conferences.