2026 LACE Conference - Aligning the Career Ecosystem (13 Jul 2026)

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT

2026 LACE Conference

Monday, July 13 & Tuesday, July 14, 2026

(Optional/Separate Registration - Handshake Academy, Wednesday, July 15th, 2026)

LSU Student Union | 310 LSU Student Union, Baton Rouge, LA 70803

REGISTRATION FORM

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CALL FOR PROPOSALS

The 2026 LACE conference will highlight aligning the career ecosystem. We are seeking presentation proposals for 45-minute breakout sessions that highlight relevant topics, innovative initiatives or partnerships, and best practices. Proposals from employers or collaborations between career services and employer partners will receive special consideration. Please click this link for more information regarding submission requirements! Submission Deadline: April 30

SUBMIT PROPOSAL

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WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Employers & Industry Partners

Connect with career professionals from across the state of Louisiana
Learn what today’s students value most in employers
Share strategies for recruiting students

Career Services & Higher Education Professionals

Hear directly from recruiters about what stands out in the hiring process
Explore innovative approaches to reach students across campus
Collaborate with peers from institutions across the state

Join colleagues from across Louisiana for two days of learning, networking, and collaboration at the 2026 LACE Conference. This annual event brings together higher education and career services professionals, along with employer and industry partners, to strengthen connections between education and employment.

LACE CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FORM

CONFERENCE SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE

Monday, July 13, 2026

Conference Check-In: 11:00 AM-12:30 PM: LSU Student Union
Lunch provided: 11:30AM-12:30PM (Hosted by Consolidated Electrical Distributors, Inc.)
Conference Opening Session: 1:00 PM
Concurrent Sessions: 1:30-4PM
Evening Social provided: 6 PM (Hosted by Fastenal)

Tuesday, July 14. 2026

Breakfast (Provided) - 8 AM
Conference Sessions - 9AM-Noon
Lunch provided - 12 PM- 1 PM (Hosted by Quinncia)
Afternoon Sessions - 1PM-3PM

Included in Registration:

Conference programming, evening social July 13, and breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack July 14, parking near the conference site at the LSU Student Union

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Sample Agenda for Travel Documentation - attachment

Parking for LACE Conference
We will have reserved spaces in the LSU Union Square Parking Garage located on East Campus Drive near Veterans Drive behind Barnes & Noble at LSU. If you are using a GPS navigation system, enter the intersection of East Campus Drive and Veterans Drive as your destination.

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BECOME A SPONSOR

We invite your organization to partner with us in supporting the Louisiana Association of Colleges and Employers (LACE) or perhaps the LACE Conference. A variety of sponsorship opportunities are available, each designed to provide meaningful engagement and visibility. For more information or to explore how your organization can get involved, please contact Dr. Beth Palmer at beth.palmer@lcuniversity.edu. We would welcome the opportunity to connect with you.

CONFERENCE SPONSORS

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CONFERENCE LODGING - STAY ON CAMPUS

THE COOK HOTEL
3848 West Lakeshore Drive Baton Rouge, LA 70808Call: 225.383.2665

Special Group Rate for LACE

Room Rate: Standard Double – $110.00 per night (plus tax)
State employees must present tax exemption forms at check-in
Daily Campus Fee: $19.00 (includes WiFi and parking) (Breakfast not included – but provided at the conference on July 14.
Room Reservation Cut: Off Date: June 13, 2026
Online Reservation Code: To be provided

Arrival & Departure

Check-In: 3:00 PM
Early baggage drop-off available
Check-Out: 11:00 AM
Baggage hold available for late departures

Cancellation Policy
48-hour cancellation notice required

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Handshake Academy

Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Location: LSU, Baton Rouge, LA

Limited Spots Available for the Handshake Academy – This is a separate event and registration, but you can reserve your hotel room with the Cook Hotel at the LACE Conference rate.

Join us for a free, in person Meetup hosted by Louisiana State University and Handshake on July 15 from 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT. Meetups are interactive, multi-school gatherings for career services professionals in the region. You’ll share best practices, network, and get training on the latest Handshake features and updates (plus, lunch is provided)!

Interested in attending?

Note that space is limited, with room for 1–2 attendees per school. Please coordinate with your colleagues, then register to officially secure your spot. Don't forget to fill out the survey form to share your preferences for training topics and day-of event details!

A confirmation email with further logistics will be sent upon registration.

Questions? Contact Maura Dolan via email (maura.dolan@joinhandshake.com) for more information.

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2026 LACE Conference - Aligning the Career Ecosystem (13 Jul 2026)

CONFERENCE SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE

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