The theme for ACHA 2027 is “Building Connection, Inspiring Community “

 

How are you fostering community and connection to strengthen student health and well-being, deepen collaboration with colleagues, and advance health equity in your campus community? What does meaningful connection look like in your clinical practice, health education programs, outreach initiatives, and crisis response strategies? ACHA 2027 will share innovative approaches, lessons learned, and stories of impact that can empower peers across the country. Together, we’ll build a conference that not only reflects the challenges we face in college health—but also sparks the partnerships, belonging, and shared solutions that will carry us forward.

Andreea Baker MSN, RN
ACHA President

April Lehrling, MS, RN-C
Program Planning Committee Chair

 

 

Meeting Goals

 

Consistent with ACHA’s mission of advancing the health of college students and the campus community, we, the members of the association, gather at the annual meeting with invited guests to:

  • Identify ways to increase knowledge, update professional skills, and incorporate evidence-based guidelines and standards into college health practice in the following areas:
    • Assessment and planning
    • Health promotion
    • Clinical care
    • Mental health services
    • Leadership development
  • Identify opportunities for collaboration and exchange of ideas among college health professionals, students, and leaders in higher education.
  • Discuss programs and environments that enhance health outcomes for college students and campus communities.
  • Describe the effect of diverse cultures and experiences on the health of individuals and communities.
  • Identify ways to integrate college health programs with the missions of the institutions we serve.
  • Discuss ACHA’s role as a national advocate for policies that have a positive impact on the health college students and campus communities.