2026 ACC Academic Leaders Network Conference

Welcome to the University of Pittsburgh

A Pitt branded banner reading "It's Possible at Pitt" hangs on a lamp post outside the Cathedral of Learning.

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. 

The agenda, event locations and maps are available below.

Registration

The registration period has closed. 

Agenda

Review the daily agenda for an overview of each day's activities and sessions.

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. Download a PDF of the campus map »

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