Conference

AEJMC 109th Annual Conference

Jazz & Jambalaya: Nurturing Harmony and Health in Higher Education

Join AEJMC in New Orleans, Louisiana, August 5-8 for our annual conference. Jazz & Jambalaya: Nurturing Harmony and Health in Higher Education is the theme of the AEJMC 2026 Conference. Jazz and jambalaya are iconic symbols of New Orleans, showcasing the rich histories and diverse contributions of those who have called the Crescent City home over the centuries. AEJMC’s presidential leadership team believes the AEJMC 2026 conference theme to reflects both the meeting location and the needs of our members.

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Paper Competition

Submissions are invited for the 2026 AEJMC Conference Paper Competition. All peer-reviewed research must be submitted via our Online Paper Submission Portal. The deadline for submissions is April 1, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. CDT. Learn More.

Hotel

The New Orleans Marriott is the official hotel of the AEJMC 2026 Conference. Be sure to reserve your room using our special attendee rate. Reservation block opens May 22. Learn More.

Registration

Early Registration (Begins April 22) | General Registration (Begins July 16)
Conference attendees must be AEJMC members. Learn More.

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Divisions, Interest Groups & Commissions

Find your DIG! Connect with AEJMC professionals who share your interests, community and knowledge, then meet at the conference!

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AEJMC Conference Code of Conduct

The AEJMC staff and leadership who oversee events and conferences will continue to prioritize safe, diverse and
creative, intellectual gatherings that support individual needs while also promoting professional advancement for all members.

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