Annual Conference
Connect with designers, explore a new campus,
and gain knowledge at our yearly meet up.
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2025 Annual Conference at Tulane University in New Orleans, LA
SAVE THE DATE | 2026 Annual Conference
October 4 – 8, 2026
Georgia Institute of Technology | Atlanta, GA
The 2026 AUID Annual Conference will take place in Atlanta, GA. Additional details to follow soon!
*Attendee registration is only for members of AUID or non-members who meet the criteria of membership. Conference Sponsor and Exhibitor registration are separate – visit the Exhibitor Info page for details.
Attendee Registration
You will be required to login to your AUID Account on the website to register.
Please email info@auid.org if you need any assistance.
Registration will open mid-June 2026
Attendee registration is only for members of AUID or *non-members who meet the criteria of membership.
This registration is not for Exhibitors or Corporate Sponsors, please visit the Exhibitor Info page for details.
Attendee Registration Fees
Anticipated 2026 attendee registration fees and deadlines are listed below. To secure the best rate as well as a spot at this year’s annual conference, we recommend you register as soon as you’re able. Spots are not guaranteed.
Early (through July 31)
$575 (member)
$750 (non-member)
Regular (August 1 – Sept. 14)
$650 (member)
$825 (non-member)
Late Registration Sept. 15 – Sept. 21
$695 (member)
$895 (non-member)
*Late registration is limited to availability.
*The Non-Member rate would be for those who fit the criteria to be a member or are connected to a member (such as their supervisor) and have a “.edu” email address. It could include those considering membership or are the supervisors/coworkers of existing members. It would not include vendors, students, or those in the private sector.
Attendee Registration Includes:
- Transportation during all conference days to scheduled locations. Transportation provided is for attendee registration only, and not Exhibitors/Corporate Partners. Transportation to/ from the airport and to/ from the hotel on travel days is NOT included and is the responsibility of the individual.
- Food (three meals daily) during all conference days, with the exception that there may be a free evening for attendees to explore the host location and a meal is not provided.
- Attendance for the vendor showcase, roundtables, and all conference events including the design awards banquet.
Cancellation Policy
- Payment for all fees is due at the time of registration. All fees are listed in U.S. dollars. International currency will be accepted at the exchange rate prevalent at the time of payment.
- All registration cancellations and refund requests must be made in writing to info@auid.org. Cancellations process between September 15 – 30 will be refunded, less a $150 processing charge. No credits will be issued beginning October 1.
- Unpaid cancellation fees and no-shows are billed. Substitutions are gladly accepted at any time; to substitute an attendee, email info@auid.org
- AUID reserves exclusive right to modify, postpone/reschedule, or cancel this program for any reason. If there is an event cancellation, every attempt will be made to reschedule, and registration fees will be applied to the rescheduled event date. Any incidental expenses incurred related to a cancelled event cannot be refunded under any circumstances. If a cancelled event cannot be rescheduled, AUID will determine an equitable basis for the refund or credit of a portion or all of the registration fees, after due consideration of circumstances and expenditures.
- AUID is not responsible for cancellation of any travel, hotel, or other arrangements related to participation in this event nor any cancellation fees from those arrangements.
2025 SAMPLE SCHEDULE
Below is a sample schedule from 2025 for your reference. The conference committee is still planning the schedule for 2026.
Please note that the Travel Days for the conference may shift to a Sunday Travel Day & Welcome Reception for 2026.
Timing and locations are still subject to change on-site, but the mobile guide is where you can find the most up to date information.
For the full schedule, you can refer to the web mobile guide for the conference.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2025 – TRAVEL DAY
- 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. – AUID Board Meeting (Private)
- 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. – Registration and Check-In (Hotel)
- 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. – Welcome Reception and Keynote w/ Lindsey Hellwig from Tulane University (Hotel)
Beverages and Light Refreshments
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2025
- 8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. – Travel to Location
- 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. – Breakfast at Malkin Sacks Commons and Meet the Board
- 9:30 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. – Tulane Uptown Campus Tour
- 11:45 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. – Lunch CEU: Living in Beta presented by Allsteel
- 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. – Loyola University Tours
- 2:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Travel by bus to Hotel
- 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. – Exhibitor Showcase (Hotel)
Light Refreshments - Dinner on your Own or w/ Vendor
(signup survey will be available closer to date via email link)
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2025
- 7:30 – 8:00 a.m. – Travel by bus to Tulane Uptown Campus
- 8:00 – 9:30 a.m. – Coffee Talk Breakfast with Platinum Partners
- 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. – Tour: Richardson Hall
- 11:00 a.m. – 11:20 a.m. – Walk to Tulane Alumni House
- 11:20 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. – Tour of Alumni House
- 11:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. – Lunch CEU: Can’t Hear Yourself Think? Why Acoustics Matter presented by Carnegie Fabrics
- 1:15 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Tulane Campus Tours
- 4:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. – Travel by bus back to Hotel
- 4:30 p.m. – 6:15 p.m. – Break
- 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Recognition Dinner at the Sazerac House (Individuals can start arriving at 6:15 p.m.)
Thursday, OCTOBER 16, 2025
- 8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. – Travel to Tulane Medical Center (Breakfast)
- 8:30 – 9:15 a.m. a.m. – Wave City Market grab-and-go breakfast and brief lobby tour
- 9:15 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. – Travel to LSU Health Sciences Center (Bus)
- 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. – LSU Health Center Tours
- 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. – Learning Opportunity: Designing with Intelligence: Exploring AI’s Creative Potential
- 11:40 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Travel by bus to Tulane River and Coastal Center
- 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. – Lunch CEU: Improv for Business: Communication, Collaboration, and Creativity for A+D Professionals presented by Shaw
- 1:30 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. – Travel to Thirteen15 Gravier Apartments (Bus)
- 1:45 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. – Tour of Thirteen15 Gravier Tulane Apartments & Chapter IV Restaurant
- 2:45 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Travel to Tulane School of Social Work (Bus)
- 3:00 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. – Tour of Tulane School of Social Work
- 3:45 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Travel back to New Orleans Marriott (Bus)
- 4:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. – Break
- 4:45 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Walk to AOS Showroom
- 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. – Send-Off Event: AOS Showroom craft activity then Dinner at a nearby restaurant
Friday, OCTOBER 17, 2025 – Travel day
- No meals included in registration.
- Optional self-guided activities (non-official part of conference)
Hotel Reservations
PENDING FOR 2026
The reservation link will be sent with your registration confirmation after you have registered for the conference.
- For assistance with booking your hotel, please reach out to the hotel directly. AUID is not responsible for coordinating and reserving lodging for attendees.
- The deadline to reserve your room within the block is TBD. After this date, we cannot guarantee you will receive the contracted block rate.
- Any locations that require bus transportation will depart and return to the hotel when the day is done. (Meals and Transportation are reserved for registered AUID Attendees only)
Travel
Anticipated travel dates are Sunday, October 4 and Friday, October 9, but are subject to change until the schedule is confirmed.
Airport
Hatsfield – Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Transportation to/from the airport to the hotel is not included in the registration fee. AUID is not responsible for coordinating travel for attendees. For more information on transportation options from the airport, please visit their website.
Other nearby Transportation
The Conference Committee is still in the process of planning the conference, and will be excited to announce the theme once it has been decided.
Why Attend the Annual Conference?
CONNECT.
Designing for higher education is distinct and requires a balance of reliable, tested and proven solutions. Attending conference creates opportunities for connecting with other campus designers, planners, and manufacturers via campus site visits and roundtables. Plus the design awards provides an occasion to celebrate members who submit projects in the annual design competition
EXPLORE.
Each year conference is held at a new institution (private or public)
and hosted by AUID members. Attending conference allows members to explore and tour campus projects and facilities at peer institutions.
GAIN.
AUID partners with manufacturers and vendors to host a showcase
featuring new products, prototypes and solutions specific to higher education. The vendor showcase and campus tours allow members to gain first hand knowledge of proven solutions and products. Additionally, these manufacturers provide opportunities to earn continuing education units typically required for
licensure.
Clerestory
The Clerestory publication provides an account of the annual conference from the perspectives of our attendees. Each event, tour, dining experience, CEU, presentation, and surroundings are documented and photographed by volunteer members, and compiled by the publicist for viewing on the website. This record enriches the history of AUID and allows a glimpse into the conference for those unable to attend.