2026 Arizona Community College Administrators Conference - ACCAC
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2026 Arizona Community College Administrators Conference
Wild West Innovation: Untamed Ideas, Unlimited Future
Explore how community colleges are shaping the future through bold leadership, emerging technologies, and innovative learning models.
From artificial intelligence and immersive learning to micro-credentials and open educational resources, this conference highlights what’s next for higher education.
Dates
Wednesday, October 7 – Friday, October 9, 2026
Location
Prescott, Arizona
Host Site
Yavapai College
1100 E. Sheldon Street
Prescott, AZ
Building 19 (CLI)
Accommodations
3454 Ranch Dr.
Prescott, AZ
$129/night
3435 Ranch Dr.
Prescott, AZ
$129/night
Group code: ACC
Conference Schedule
Agenda at a Glance
Review the current conference agenda for Wednesday, October 7 through Friday, October 9. Schedule details are subject to change as planning continues.
Wednesday, October 7
- 8:00 AM — CLI/Industry Tours
- 1:00 PM — Welcome from Dr. Doug Berry
- 1:15 PM — Keynote: Davis Jenkins, “More Essential Than Ever: CC Pathways to Success”
- 2:00 PM — Book Signing
- 2:30–3:00 PM — Mini Session
- 3:15–3:45 PM — Mini Session
- 4:00 PM — Load buses to YC Prescott Pines
- 5:00–7:00 PM — BBQ and activities at the Pines
Thursday, October 8
- 8:00 AM — Breakfast
- 9:00 AM — Keynote Speaker
- 10:00–10:45 AM — Workforce Panel
- 11:00–11:45 AM — Concurrent Sessions, Round 1
- 11:45 AM — Lunch
- 1:15 PM — Presidents Panel
- 2:15 PM — Concurrent Sessions, Round 2
- 3:15–3:45 PM — Mini Session
- 4:00–4:30 PM — Mini Session
- 5:00 PM — Dinner on your own
- Optional — PAC Comedy Night with Jay Pharoah
Tickets: $64–$89. Purchase tickets at ycpac.com , opens in a new window
Friday, October 9
- 7:30 AM — Breakfast and Association Meetings
AOAC, Student Affairs, Finance and Chief Academic Officers - 9:00 AM — Government Relations Update with Nick Ponder
- 10:00 AM — Keynote
- 10:45 AM — Final Remarks and Trophy Presentation
- Next Host Announcement
- 11:30 AM — Closing
Featured Guest Speaker · October 7
Davis Jenkins
Senior Research Scholar, Community College Research Center
Davis Jenkins is the author of More Essential Than Ever: Community College Pathways to Educational and Career Success. He will join ACCAC 2026 on Wednesday, October 7, to help frame the conference conversation around student pathways, institutional innovation, and the future of community college success.
Who Should Attend?
Designed for Arizona Community College Leaders
The Arizona Community College Administrators Conference is designed for current and emerging leaders across Arizona's community colleges.
- Department Chairs
- Directors
- Associate Deans and Deans
- Associate Vice Presidents and Vice Presidents
- Presidents
- Executive leadership teams
- Emerging administrative leaders
Conference Focus
ACCAC 2026 will bring Arizona community college leaders together to examine practical, future-facing ideas that can strengthen student learning, institutional strategy, and workforce alignment.
- Artificial intelligence and responsible innovation
- Immersive learning and emerging instructional models
- Micro-credentials and workforce-responsive pathways
- Open educational resources and access-centered design
- Leadership, collaboration, and institutional change
Conference Registration
Comedy Show! Laughing emojis
Thursday night at 7pm, comedian and master impressionist Jay Pharoah takes the stage for a night of sharp, high-energy entertainment driven by wit and cultural insight. Purchase your show tickets here (optional).
Become a Conference Sponsor
Organizations and partners are invited to support the Arizona Community College Administrators Conference through sponsorship opportunities. Sponsorship details will be available soon.
For early interest or questions, contact:
accac@yc.edu