2026 UNDERGRADUATE ADVISING CONFERENCE

Welcome

Advising has never been a static profession, and over the past few years, advisors have seen just how quickly the landscape in higher education can shift. As student needs evolve and resources realign to address these changing needs, advisors have found new ways to show up, support, and lead.

As we surpass 30 years of innovation in advising, this year’s conference invites us to reflect on how we have grown through change, not just as professionals, but as people. The conference is a chance to pause and recognize the creativity, flexibility, and resilience that advisors at UMD demonstrate every day.