2025 COPLAC Summer Summit
2025 COPLAC Summer Summit
Sunday, June 8–Monday, June 9
SUNY Geneseo, New York’s public honors college, is excited to host the 2025 COPLAC Summer Summit from Sunday, June 8 through Monday, June 9, 2025. We are eager to welcome colleagues from across the COPLAC network to our campus in Geneseo, New York, a vibrant community nestled in the historic Village of Geneseo.
With its scenic setting, classic Northeastern architecture, and warm, inclusive atmosphere, the Geneseo campus will serve as an inspiring environment for engaging dialogue and meaningful collaboration.
The theme of the 2025 Summit is Positioning the Public Liberal Arts for the Future: Storytelling, Advocacy, and Workforce Innovation. The Summit will gather representatives from member campuses to explore key topics related to this theme.
These in-depth discussions will be led by facilitators from SUNY Geneseo and the broader COPLAC community, with the aim of generating actionable outcomes, such as new approaches to enhancing educational experiences, collaborative research projects, or contributions to broader academic conversations through publications and presentations.
Schedule at a Glance
| Date | Time | Session |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday, June 8 | 2:00–3:30 p.m. | Board of Directors Working Meeting |
| 3:30–5:00 p.m. | Board of Directors Business Meeting | |
| 5:30–7:00 p.m. | Opening Reception and Registration | |
| Monday, June 9 | 7:30–9:00 a.m. | Registration |
| 8:00–9:00 a.m. | Continental Breakfast | |
| 8:45–9:00 a.m. | Welcome and Opening Remarks - President Battles | |
| 9:00–10:00 a.m. | Moderated Panel with Experts | |
| 10:30 a.m.–Noon | Workgroup Sessions with Experts and Campus and COPLAC Facilitators | |
| 12:15–1:15 p.m. | Networking Lunch | |
| 1:30–2:30 p.m. | Workgroup Sessions (Continued) | |
| 2:45–3:30 p.m. | Workgroup Report Out | |
| 3:30–5:00 p.m. | Campus Action Planning | |
| 5:00–5:45 p.m. | Networking Reception | |
| 6:00–7:30 p.m. | Dinner |
A detailed schedule with session specifics will be available in January or February 2025.
Summit Registration
Pricing
Individual Registration: Price coming soon.
Team Registration (3 or more): Price coming soon.
Register
Registration is limited to employees of COPLAC member institutions.
Registration will go live in March 2025.
Travel & Recreation
Flying to Geneseo
We recommend flying into either Rochester International Airport or Buffalo Niagara International Airport for your trip to Geneseo. For detailed directions to campus from these airports, please visit our directions page.
Driving to Geneseo
Geneseo is easily accessible by car, located just off Interstate 390 in Western New York. Whether you're coming from nearby cities or further away, you'll find a scenic and straightforward drive to our beautiful campus. For detailed directions, visit our directions page.
Area Attractions
Geneseo and the surrounding area offer a variety of attractions to explore during your visit, from the stunning landscapes of Letchworth State Park to the charming shops and eateries in our historic village.
For more information about what to see and do while you're here, check out our visit guide.
About SUNY Geneseo
Founded in 1871, SUNY Geneseo is celebrated for its academic excellence and rigorous intellectual environment. As New York’s public honors college, Geneseo offers a transformative educational experience where students work closely with faculty and peers through research, co-curricular activities, and integrated learning opportunities. Known for its welcoming and supportive atmosphere, the Geneseo community fosters a spirit of creativity, engagement, and discovery—an ideal backdrop for a productive and memorable Summer Summit.
We look forward to hosting our COPLAC colleagues and sharing our unique campus as we work together to advance the mission and values of public liberal arts education.