Thank you for registering for the 2026 Higher Education Networking Collective (HENC) Professional Development Day! We’re excited to have you join us! Please read the below information carefully:

📣 Pre-Conference Happy Hour
Before the big day, join us for a casual networking happy hour with colleagues and peers:

📅 Wednesday, October 28, 2026
🕠 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 Yard House (Fenway Location!) - 126 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA 02215
🔗 Register here for Happy Hour

Food and drinks are on your own. Open to all higher ed professionals even if they are not attending PD Day!

Professional Development Day Details:

Location: Simmons University Linda K. Paresky Conference Center

Main College Building (MCB), 3rd Floor

300 The Fenway, Boston, MA 02115

Travel Planning Information (Parking Costs, Discounted Hotel Block, Public Transit): Travel Page

Frequently Asked Questions: FAQ Page

Meals: Lunch is included with your registration.

Schedule: Available here

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Professional Development Day Flyer Link - PDF to share with your network and colleagues.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at board@higheredcollective.org. We can’t wait to see you at the event!

Higher Education Networking Collective: Professional Development Day 2026

Supporting Your Best Professional Self in Higher Education