Monday, July 13 & Tuesday, July 14, 2026

(Optional/Separate Registration - Handshake Academy, Wednesday, July 15th, 2026)

Louisiana State University | Baton Rouge, Louisiana

REGISTRATION FORM

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CALL FOR PROPOSALS

The 2026 LACE conference will highlight aligning the career ecosystem. We are seeking presentation proposals for 45-minute breakout sessions that highlight relevant topics, innovative initiatives or partnerships, and best practices. Proposals from employers or collaborations between career services and employer partners will receive special consideration. Please click this link for more information regarding submission requirements! Submission Deadline: April 30
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Join colleagues from across Louisiana for two days of learning, networking, and collaboration at the 2026 LACE Conference. This annual event brings together higher education and career services professionals, along with employer and industry partners, to strengthen connections between education and employment.

Conference Schedule at a Glance

Monday, July 13, 2026

• Conference Check-In: 11:00 AM: LSU Student Union

• Conference Opening Session: 1:00 PM

Sessions will continue throughout the afternoon, with additional programming on Tuesday, July 14.

Cost: 

• LACE member early bird $200 (ends on June 1, 2026)
• Non-member and late registration $250 (ends on July 6, 2026)

Included in Registration: 

Conference Programming, Evening Social July 13, and Breakfast, Lunch and Afternoon Snack July 14, parking near the conference site at the LSU Student Union

Sample Agenda for Travel Documentation - attachment

Stay On Campus

CLICK HERE TO BOOK: The Cook Hotel at LSU
3848 West Lakeshore Drive Baton Rouge, LA 70808Call: 225.383.2665

Special Group Rate for LACE

• Room Rate: Standard Double – $110.00 per night (plus tax) 

• • State employees must present tax exemption forms at check-in

• Daily Campus Fee: $19.00 (includes WiFi and parking) (Breakfast not included – but provided at the conference on July 14.

• Room Reservation Cut-Off Date:June 13, 2026

• Online Reservation Code:To be provided

Arrival & Departure

• Check-In: 3:00 PM 

• • Early baggage drop-off available

• Check-Out: 11:00 AM 

• • Baggage hold available for late departures

Cancellation Policy

• 48-hour cancellation notice required
  
  

Who Should Attend the LACE Conference?

Employers & Industry Partners

• Connect with career professionals from across the state of Louisiana

• Learn what today’s students value most in employers

• Share strategies for recruiting students 

Career Services & Higher Education Professionals

• Hear directly from recruiters about what stands out in the hiring process

• Explore innovative approaches to reach students across campus

• Collaborate with peers from institutions across the state

Build Louisiana’s Talent Pipeline

Join us as we work together to build Louisiana’s talent pipeline from education to employment at the 2026 LACE Conference.