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July 21-23, 2026

Marriott Marquis Chicago | Chicago, IL

Community & Technical College Workshop

July 20, 2026

Preceding Encoura + RNL National Conference

Explore winning strategies for enrollment and student success at two-year institutions

Attend this pre-conference workshop with fellow colleagues in the two-year sector as we dive into the latest strategies and innovations. This workshop will feature an interactive development of a situational analysis for the community and technical college market. Colleagues will leave with actionable takeaways for their campus and have the opportunity to network with fellow practitioners in this space. Seating is limited, so early registration is encouraged.


The workshop is complimentary with your registration for the Encoura + RNL National Conference


The Community and Technical College Workshop will take place before the 2026 Encoura + RNL National Conference (July 21-23). Registration is complimentary with your registration for the National Conference, which features more than 100 sessions on campus marketing, student recruitment, student success, and more.

Workshop Registration

The Community and Technical Workshop is free with your National Conference registration. Simply select the Community College Workshop when registering.

Bring a team to spark discussion and create momentum for implementing new strategies.

Workshop Location

Marriott Marquis Chicago

2121 S Prairie Ave.

Chicago, IL 60616

Encoura Special Rate: $269/night

Rate available until June 29. Rooms may sell out sooner—please make your hotel reservations early.

Attend the National Conference

The 2026 Encoura + RNL National Conference follows the workshop on July 21-23. Choose from more than 100 sessions on:

  • Marketing
  • Student recruitment
  • Student success
  • Strategic planning
  • Analytics and technology

Agenda overview

(Agenda subject to change)



Monday, July 20

Register now for the Community and Technical College Workshop and the National Conference