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Register Now: CUMU Annual Conference kicks off in three weeks.

The Coalition of Urban and Metropolitan Universities is hosting its 27th annual conference on "The Essential Role of Urban and Metropolitan Universities from October 23-26 2022 in San Diego, California.  Register here

"With 130+ sessions, there are opportunities to connect with and learn from fellow CUMU members who are doing impactful work across North America and beyond. Here are key sessions you won't want to miss."

Huddles: Sunday, October 23
Homelessness & Housing Insecurity Huddle
Hispanic Serving Institutions Huddle
Hyperlocal Directors Huddle
Community Engagement Evaluation Huddle

Plenaries
Monday, October 24: The essential role of urban and metropolitan universities as engines for social mobility

Tuesday, October 25: Prosperity and inclusive growth: Partners for equity outcomes in higher education

Wednesday, October 26: Tijuana, San Diego Cross Border Region as a place of community and resiliency

Roundtables: Wednesday, October 26
Participants rotate between tables to discover new ideas, programs, and initiatives in a conversational atmosphere.

Networking opportunities
Sunday, October 23: Welcome meet and greet

Monday, October 24: CUMU Signature Reception, Garden of the Sea at the Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice, University of San Diego

Tuesday, October 25: Poster sessions: discover new ideas while networking with presenters

Community experiences and workshops (limited capacity)
These guided tours and workshops showcase the people, neighborhoods, and programs where some of our San Diego area members are engaged. Each experience and workshop is unique and relates to critical issues and themes common across the CUMU membership.