2025 UMACRAO Annual ConferenceBridging Connections
Sioux Falls, South Dakota Conference Registration InformationConference registration is now open! Register for the 2025 conference here. UMACRAO Member Conference Registration Fees
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| Dates | Registration Fee |
| August 1–31 (early bird) | $450 |
| September 1–30 | $500 |
| October 1–17 | $550 |
Vendor Registration and Sponsorship
Are you a vendor who is interested in registering to attend our conference or supporting us through sponsorship? Learn more on the Corporate Partners page.
Keynote Speaker
We're excited to announce that this year’s keynote speaker will be Jon Lakefish, who specializes in AI and customizes his presentations to equip audiences with practical tools—helping them streamline daily tasks, craft effective email templates, and much more based on the audience’s needs. We are excited for his session and hope attendees walk away with a valuable toolbox to navigate today’s challenges of doing more with less.
AACRAO Representative
In addition, we're thrilled to welcome Beth Warner, Interim University Registrar at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, who will be joining us to offer national updates, AACRAO initiatives, FERPA insight, and an individual session.
Evening Social (sponsored by our Platinum Sponsors, Grooper and Paradigm)
Join us for free axe-throwing, pool, darts, and other games at JJ's Axes and Ales! When you need a break from gaming (or if gaming isn't your thing), build your own nachos at the nacho bar, grab a beverage from the cash bar, and hang out. Transportation will be provided from the hotel. Additional details to come!
Additional Details to Help you Plan Ahead
Program at a Glance
Check out the 2025 Program at a Glance to see what we have in store for this year's conference.
Full UMACRAO Conference Schedule
See the full 2025 UMACRAO Conference schedule so you can start planning your conference days!
Hotel and Conference Location Information
Canopy by Hilton Sioux Falls Downtown | Steel District
120 E. 4th Place, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, 57104
Queen rooms are still available on October 27 and 28 for the room rate of $169 per night. Once all the queen rooms in our block have been booked, the website will display a flex rate. King rooms are no longer available at the conference rate, as our block has been booked.
Additional location and transportation information is available on the Canopy website.
Philanthropy
The 2025 philanthropy recipient is Buddies & Co. Buddies & Co. is more than a drink and snack shop. It’s a place where people with disabilities are valued, find meaningful work, and connect with the community they love.
Refunds and Substitutions
All changes, substitutions, and cancellations must be made in writing and emailed to [email protected]. There is no penalty if the substitute works at the same institution as the original registrant. Membership status will be verified and additional fees assessed as appropriate.
Cancellation and Refund Deadlines
Refund requests will be considered based on the following deadlines. Refunds will be credited in the manner paid. Allow up to 30 days after the meeting to receive your refund.
On or before August 31, 2025: no penalty for cancellation; refund given.
September 1–October 1, 2025: refund given minus a $150 administrative fee.
After October 1, 2025: no refunds of any fees paid.
These terms and conditions apply to registrations received on the UMACRAO website. If the meeting is canceled or converted to an all-virtual delivery, registrants will be notified in advance.