The College Student Personnel Association Of New York State (CSPA-NY) is ecstatic to welcome the return of the New York Leadership Engagement Conference to Keuka College in Penn Yan, NY for the second year in a row!
Save the date of Thursday, June 12, 2025 to join us for this amazing opportunity to network and grow professionally!
Through idea sharing, curiosity, and a desire to improve skills and strategies in achieving transformational campuses, attendees bring their experience and expertise from various functional areas, including but not limited to: student activities, residential life, career development, multicultural affairs, community service, athletics, and other areas that offer leadership development.
Details
Location: Keuka College
Date: Thursday, June 12, 2025
Time: 9:30am - 4:30pm
Theme: TBD
How to Get Here
Located in the Finger Lakes Region of New York, Keuka College is within a 6 hour drive from major regions/cities, such as:
Albany: 3.5 hour drive
Buffalo: 2 hour drive
Binghamton: 2 hour drive
Long Island (Central): 6 hour drive
New York City: 5 hour drive
Plattsburgh: 5 hour drive
Rochester: 1 hour drive
Syracuse: 1.5 hour drive
Where to Stay
For individuals who wish to travel to Keuka the night before, rooms will be available on-campus (select during NYLEC registration). The rate is $68 per night - Single Room provided. You will select which night you need a room for as well.
If you’d prefer a hotel stay, here are some options:
How to Get Involved
Proposal submissions will open on February 3. This year, our theme is TBD!
We can’t wait to learn from all of our wonderful presenters!
Keynote Speakers
TBD
Schedule at a Glance
8:30 am - Registration, Dahlstrom Student Center
8:30 am - Breakfast, Geiser Dining Hall
10:00 am - Opening Keynote, Hawkins Lounge
11:15 am - Educational Session Block #1, Hegeman Hall
12:15 pm - Lunch, Geiser Dining Hall
1:30 pm - Educational Session Block #2 Hegeman Hall
2:30 pm - Educational Session Block #3, Hegeman Hall
3:30 pm - Closing Keynote, Hawkins Lounge
Registration
CSPA Member (Professional, Graduate Student) $50
CSPA Non-Member (Professional) $95
CSPA Non-Member (Graduate Student) $75
CSPA Non-Member (Undergraduate Student) $50
Meet the 2025 NYLEC Planning Team
2024 NYLEC Co-Chair
Frank Parsons | Area Coordinator, SUNY Geneseo
Katie La Vecchio | Area Coordinator, University at Buffalo
Marketing & Logistics, Vice Chair
TBD
Programming and Educational Sessions, Vice Chair
TBD
Conference Hospitality & Presenter Gifts, Vice Chair
TBD
FAQs
+ Are meals included in my registration?
Yes, lunch will be provided for all attendees.
+ What COVID-19 prevention meaasures will be in place?
We will be following all local andd state guidelines. Attendees may choose to wear face coverings if they wish. For more info about COVID-19 in Utica, NY, visit the Oneida County Department of Health.
+ I've never been to NYLEC, what can I expect?
Expect to be able to engage with people in the higher education feild from across the state. NYLEC is an opportunity to make in-person professional connections. There will be a variety of engagement opportunites including: networking lunch, breakout session, and round-table discussions.
+ I have more questions, who do I contact?
Questions about NYLEC can be directed to the Professional Development team at prodev@cspanys.org.
