The 2024 Big 10 Military and Veteran Services Annual Conference will take place Oct. 7-9 on the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor campus.

This conference will focus on how universities help students through their transition from military life through their higher education academic careers.

Registration

The registration deadline is Sept. 2, 2024, and registration is free!

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If you have any questions about registration, please email Phil Larson at [email protected].

Accommodations

We have reserved a block of rooms for our conference at the Graduate Hotel, Ann Arbor. Although not required, we recommend staying at the Graduate Hotel since there are very limited accommodation options nearby.

The Graduate Hotel is approximately five blocks away from the Michigan Union and Michigan League where most of our sessions will take place.

Graduate Hotel, Ann Arbor   
615 E. Huron St.  
Ann Arbor, MI 48104

Reserve Your Room at the Graduate Hotel 

Transportation

Flying

Nearest airport: Detroit Metropolitan International Airport (DTW)

There are several ways to get from DTW to Ann Arbor. We recommend the Michigan Flyer for the most economical option. You can also take a taxi, Uber, or other service. 

Driving

Ann Arbor is conveniently located right off of US-23. If you are driving, please note that on-campus parking is extremely limited. Valet parking is available at the Graduate Hotel for $35 per night.

Schedule

Below is our draft schedule. Please check back for a more detailed schedule as we get closer to the conference!

Monday, Oct. 7

  • 4-6 p.m. Arrival and Check-in at the Graduate Hotel
  • 6:30 p.m. Mixer with appetizers in the Graduate Hotel Lounge 

Tuesday, Oct. 8

  • 8:30 a.m. Welcome and Light Breakfast
  • 9 a.m.-noon Sessions
  • Noon-1 p.m. Lunch at South Quad Dining Hall
  • 1 p.m. Session
  • 2:30 p.m. Big House (Michigan Stadium) Tour
  • 4:30 p.m. Session
  • 6:30 p.m. Dinner at Local Restaurant

Wednesday, Oct. 9

  • 8 a.m. Breakfast
  • 8:45 a.m.-noon Sessions
  • Noon-1 p.m. Lunch and Discussions 
  • 4 p.m. Sessions and Wrap-up