Welcome to the NYCCT 72nd Annual Conference! Building on the meaningful conversations from last year's conference and the 2026 Spring Convening, this year's event is designed to carry that momentum into action — turning the dialogue, perspectives, and shared insight from across New York State's community colleges into clear direction for what comes next. Attendees will have the chance to engage in an environment rooted in listening, learning, and exchanging ideas, with a focus on the strategies and solutions that will move our institutions toward a stronger future. We look forward to welcoming you to a conference that aims to create a lasting impact and strengthen our educational community.


Scroll down to book a hotel room at the

Saratoga Casino Hotel.


The reservation cut-off date to book a room under the NYCCT block is

August 17, 2026


Conference Pricing

Early Bird $400/day (Thursday/Friday) | $750 both days through August 7
Regular $450/day (Thursday/Friday) | $850 both days after August 7

Please register by September 4, 2026

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Cancellation & Refund

Full refunds will be issued for cancellations received by September 8. After this date, registration fees are non-refundable, as final attendee numbers are submitted to the hotel for catering and room guarantees. Exceptions may be considered for extenuating circumstances — please contact us directly at nycct@suny.edu.


   

                                                                                                                                             


Trustee Institute

Wednesday, September 16, 2026

11:15 am - 5:00 pm

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This session is appropriate for new trustees and a great refresher for any trustee.


There is no cost for this session and lunch is provided.


Topics for this session include:

Roles & Responsibilities of Community College Trustees

Community College Funding

Governance

Middle States and the Role of Trustee

Open Meetings Law


You can book a hotel room below.




REGISTER HERE

Conference Sessions

Thursday & Friday, September 17 - 18, 2026

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Thursday Conference Registration (only):

*includes Thursday evening Social Event offsite

Friday Conference Registration (only):

*includes one ticket to the Awards Reception & Banquet

Full Conference Registration (Thurs. & Fri.):

*includes both Social Event &

Awards Reception & Banquet


PLEASE NOTE

If you are registering more than one person, you will need to register each person individually.


Please register on or before September 4, 2026.

You can book a hotel room below.


REGISTER HERE

Chiefs of Staff and

Secretaries to the Board of Trustees



Friday, September 18, 2026

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

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The Chiefs of Staff and Secretaries to the Board of Trustees session will be held in-person and virtually (hybrid).


A buffet lunch will be served immediately following this session for those participating in-person.


There is no cost for this session.







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Awards Reception & Banquet

*If you are registered for the Friday conference sessions, there is no need to register here to attend the Awards Banquet - it is included with a conference registration.


Friday, September 18, 2026

5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

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Registration Option #1

Awardees being honored at the Awards Banquet

(complimentary ticket, registration required)


Registration Option #2

A guest of an Awardee being honored

(one complimentary guest ticket, registration is required)


Registration Option #3

Anyone who wishes to attend the Awards Reception & Banquet who is not an Awardee, a guest of an Award or registered for the Friday portion of the conference.


PLEASE NOTE

If you are registering more than one person, you will need to register each person individually.


REGISTER HERE


Student Trustees

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Student Trustees are invited and encouraged to attend the

full Annual Conference Thurs. & Fri. Sept. 17 - 18.


Student Trustees wishing to attend should contact their Board leadership regarding conference registration, travel and reservations.  


It has been confirmed with the hotel that any Student Trustee under the age of 21 can check into their own hotel room.

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If you are interested in registering for the full conference or a portion of the conference (Sept. 17 - 18), please register up above under the Conference Sessions registration.


There will be time to get to know other Student Trustees from all over the state and also learn how to best advocate for your fellow community college students.


If you have any questions, please contact nycct@suny.edu


Saratoga Casino Hotel

342 Jefferson Street, Saratoga Springs


The reservation cut-off date to book a room

under the NYCCT block is

August 17, 2026



BOOK A ROOM


Hotel check-In Information and Instructions

Community Colleges: For detailed instructions and all necessary information regarding check-in procedures, credit card authorization, and tax-exempt documentation, please CLICK HERE.



Conference Schedule at a Glance

Wednesday, September 16, 2026 Trustee Institute no cost

11:15 am Lunch included

12:00 pm Trustee Institute Sessions begin

Sessions to be confirmed soon.

Dinner on your own

Click here for downtown dining in Saratoga Springs.


Hospitality Suite  opens at 7:30 pm

All trustees and presidents are invited to join the NYCCT Executive Committee for a welcome!  Casual attire and conversations are encouraged.

Text 518-669-3286 for suite number after check in at 4:00 pm.


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Thursday, September 17, 2026


7:30 - 8:15 am       Breakfast


The Thursday and Friday agendas are currently being finalized. Please check back for updates.


6:00 - 8:00 pm       NYCCT Jacob & Anthony's Social Event 

                                        38 High Rock Avenue, Saratoga Springs

                                        This is included with Thursday's conference registration.


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Friday, September 18, 2026

7:30  - 8:15 am       Breakfast

The Thursday and Friday agendas are currently being finalized. Please check back for updates. 


5:30 - 8:00 pm       NYCCT Awards Reception & Awards Banquet

                               This is included with Friday's conference registration.



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Saturday, September 19, 2026


7:30 - 10:00 am    Breakfast & departure



This website is sponsored by the NYCCT Educational Foundation, Inc., a 501(c)3 charitable organization that supports the educational work of New York Community College Trustees.  NYCCT is open to all community colleges in New York State.  The association promotes trustee professionalism and leadership, and the community college model.  

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