The NYC Family Engagement
Network + Happy Hour

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Our NYC family engagement networking event is a space for higher ed professionals to spearhead family engagement strategies and shape how AI can play a sustainable role in higher education. Join fellow leaders to exchange insights, challenge assumptions and leave with clear actionable next steps for your campus.

Join CampusESP on Thursday, September 29th, from 12-4:00 PM at 21 West End, NYC

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Agenda | Thursday, September 24, 2026

  • 12 PM - 12:30 PM: Welcome & Introductions

    • Join the team at The New School and CampusESP as they kick us off for this exciting event of networking and light intros leading us into a day of programming. 

  • 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM: Lunch + Table Discussions

    • Nom nom! Enjoy a delicious lunch as you connect and network with peers from local universities or departments. 

  • 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM: Peer Spotlight: The New School

    • Hear from Craig Tiede, Assistant Vice President for Enrollment Services and Communications from The New School and gain insights on industry trends, the current landscape of student and family engagement, enrollment strategies, AI, and more!

  • 2:00 PM - 2:10 PM: Break & Refreshments

  • 2:10 PM - 2:50 PM: Problem-Solving Roundtable & Ideation

    • Now it’s time to get tactical. What problems are you trying to solve? Are there others in the room going through the same things? We’ll use this time to tackle some patterns, break down challenges, and identify practical solutions you can bring back to your teams.

  • 2:50 PM - 3:00 PM: Break & Refreshments

  • 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM: The Future & Closing

Request to attend. Space is limited.