2026 ACC Academic Leaders Network Conference

Welcome to the University of Pittsburgh

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The University of Pittsburgh is pleased to host the 2026 ACC Academic Leaders Network Conference.

We look forward to welcoming our ACC colleagues October 5-7, 2026.

More information such as the agenda, event locations and maps, and frequently asked questions will be added soon.

Registration

To register for the conference, please submit the Qualtrics form linked below.

The city of Pittsburgh skylineis visible behind one of the many bridges crossing the three rivers.

Travel and Accommodations

Visit Travel and Accommodations for more information on arriving in Pittsburgh, the conference hotel, and parking options.

Pitt community members pass through Gallagher Plaza outside the William Pitt Union during a recruitment fair; the Cathedral of Learning stands in the background.

Things to Do in Oakland and Pittsburgh

The 132-acre Pittsburgh campus, in the vibrant and beautiful Oakland neighborhood, is home to all of the University’s schools and colleges and is proximate to the highly ranked UPMC (formerly University of Pittsburgh Medical Center). There are many attractions, neighborhoods, restaurants, and more to explore while you're in town. Check out the Guide to Oakland and Pittsburgh to find some recommended spots to visit.

Pitt Panther statue in the foreground with leafy trees and the Cathedral of Learning behind it.

Questions?

If you have questions about the 2026 ACC-ALN Conference, please reach out to

Natasha Tokowicz (tokowicz@pitt.edu)
Associate Dean for Equity, Faculty Development, and Community Engagement in the Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences
Faculty Fellow, Office of the Provost
Professor of Psychology and Linguistics, and
Senior Scientist, Learning Research & Development Center