This year has brought significant economic and political shifts in the US and beyond. The need to adapt, innovate and lead has never been greater, and the responsibility to manage and ensure institutional stability falls on college leaders.
The US Universities Summit 2025 will bring together key decision-makers from across the US to explore the evolving landscape of higher education. Through in-depth and solution-oriented closed door discussions, institutional leaders will share perspectives on the opportunities and challenges shaping their roles.
This is an invitation-only closed-door event exclusively for Presidents, Chancellors and Provosts of US universities and colleges.
In my 40+-year career, I don’t recall a more turbulent time than higher education leaders are experiencing now. I look forward to the opportunity for open dialogue and collaborative problem-solving with other presidents, chancellors and provosts who are facing unprecedented challenges. – Nariman Farvardin, President, Stevens Institute of Technology |
Agenda themes
Funding the future: Sustaining higher education through political and financial uncertainty
Redefining leadership: Great governance and campus culture
Universities at crossroads: Redefining purpose, access and academic freedom
150+
presidents, chancellors and provosts
75+
organisations, universities and colleges
40+
speakers
Reasons to attend
Attendees will leave with a toolkit of actionable strategies to enhance institutional resilience, strengthen governance and redefine the role of universities in a rapidly changing world.
Exclusive intelligence from Inside Higher Ed
Access exclusive insights and curated sessions offering strategic perspectives on emerging trends and sector dynamics.
Private dinner cruise on the Hudson River
Enjoy an evening of refined hospitality and panoramic views, offering a distinctive backdrop for high-level peer engagement.
New session formats
Participate in solutions-driven dialogs that prioritize collaboration on shared challenges at the institutional, system and policy levels.
Closed-door focus groups
Join candid, off-the-record conversations in a trusted environment among senior leaders.
Targeted networking opportunities
Engage in curated networking sessions tailored to your institutional profile and leadership priorities, fostering meaningful professional relationships.
Elevate your voice in higher education
Engage directly with influential leaders in U.S. higher education — a rare opportunity to spotlight your institution and voice
Insider membership program
The Insider membership program provides a curated set of benefits to help transform the important discussions happening at the helm of private, public, two- and four-year institutions in the US. Together, we are creating a place for current and emerging leaders to create, share ideas, learn, play, connect and refuel.
The Insider membership costs $119/year, however we are delighted to be able to offer an exclusive 25% discount for IHE US Universities Summit 2025 attendees.
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