The Student Journey

Welcome, student registrants.

AHSIE 2027 is built with you in mind. Whether this is your first AHSIE conference or you’re returning for another year, this is your guide to making the most of your experience in Seattle—from preparing before you arrive to staying connected long after the conference ends.

Scholarship opportunity

AHSIE is committed to creating opportunities for students to participate, connect, and grow as leaders within the HSI community. Each year, AHSIE awards scholarships to eligible students at the associate, bachelor’s, and graduate/doctoral levels to help make attending the AHSIE Best Practices Conference possible.

Scholarship awards include conference registration, travel and hotel expenses, and a cash scholarship. Recipients are also recognized during the AHSIE conference and have the opportunity to connect with HSI professionals, broaden their networks, and develop meaningful mentorship relationships.

Interested in applying for a scholarship? The 2027 Scholarship application portal opens on Monday, September 14, 2026. Winners will be announced in late 2026/early 2027. Stay connected with AHSIE for application details.

Scholarship recipients will be recognized during AHSIE 2027. More information about this year's recipients and the recognition opportunity will be shared here as details are finalized.

Before · During · After

Your path through AHSIE

Before you arrive, while you’re here, and wherever you go next.

  1. Before the conference

    Get ready.

    A little preparation can help you feel confident and ready to make the most of your time at AHSIE.

    Your preparation checklist
    • Review the conference program and build a schedule around your interests.
    • Explore student programming and Track 6: For Students, By Students.
    • Download the conference app and use it to save sessions to your personal schedule.
    • Prepare a short introduction: your institution, area of study or research, and what you hope to learn.
    • Bring questions and ideas you want to take back to campus.

  2. Sunday, March 7

    Arrive and get started.

    Check in at conference registration for your name badge and materials. Begin connecting with fellow student leaders at the optional Student Leadership Institute.

    Student Leadership Institute Sunday · 8:30 AM–12:30 PM Additional cost · Pre-registration required
    About the institute

    This half-day pre-conference session offers foundational information, practical tools, and opportunities to connect with fellow student leaders.

    It is an add-on purchase for registered conference attendees. Selecting the institute during registration adds its cost to your total registration fee. Rates and additional details are available on the registration page.

  3. During the conference

    Find your path.

    Track 6: For Students, By Students centers undergraduate and graduate students as researchers, collaborators, and co-creators of HSI initiatives.

    You belong in every part of AHSIE.

    Follow your interests, explore beyond the student track, and give yourself permission to try something completely new.

    Track 6 sessions will be added once the schedule is finalized and published in January 2027.

  4. During the conference

    Connect with your community.

    Meet people, exchange ideas, and find your place in a community committed to advancing Hispanic-Serving Institutions.

    First-Time Attendee Networking Breakfast Monday, March 8 · 7:30 AM
    Make the most of your experience
    • Introduce yourself. Your voice and experiences belong here.
    • Bring questions—presenters and fellow attendees want to learn from you, too.
    • Meet at least one student or professional outside your campus.
    • Take notes on ideas you want to bring back to your classes, organization, or research.
    • Connect with presenters, exchange contact information, or connect on LinkedIn.
    • Reflect with your campus team on what you’re learning.

    Take photos and videos and tag AHSIE when you share your experience. Your perspective can help other students see themselves in this community.

    Additional student programming and activities are being planned. More information to come!

  5. Between conference activities

    Explore Seattle.

    You’re coming to Seattle—make the most of it! Find a great coffee spot, visit a nearby attraction, or experience the city with fellow attendees.

    Visit the Seattle Attractions and Local Latinx Businesses pages to plan your trip.

  6. After the conference

    Carry it forward.

    Your AHSIE experience doesn’t have to end when you leave Seattle. Bring your connections, ideas, and inspiration back to campus.

    Keep your journey going
    • Follow up with the people you met and continue the conversation.
    • Stay connected through AHSIE’s social media and future programming.
    • Share new ideas and resources with your campus.
    • Look for opportunities to stay involved throughout the year.
    • Consider submitting your work or experience for AHSIE 2028 when the call for proposals opens.

We’re here to help.

Have a question about student opportunities, the conference, or getting more involved with AHSIE? Reach out before, during, or after your experience.

Student opportunities & involvement

Leslie Calderon
AHSIE AVP of Student Scholarship
lcalderon@ahsie.org

Conference logistics

AHSIE 2027 team
ahsie@designingevents.com
240-915-8930