Call for Abstracts

Abstract Submission Deadline: June 27, 2025

2025 Summit Theme: Transforming Campuses Through Partnership & Innovation

The P3 Higher Education Summit is the premier gathering for campus leaders and development experts exploring innovative strategies to deliver critical infrastructure. As institutions navigate funding constraints, shifting enrollment trends, and the need for modern, student-focused spaces, many are turning to public-private partnerships (P3s) and alternative delivery models to accelerate progress.

We invite higher education and private sector professionals to contribute their expertise through compelling case studies, forward-thinking strategies, and real-world insights that are redefining campus development.

Why Participate?

✅ Engage with top decision-makers and industry leaders
✅ Influence the conversation on campus infrastructure solutions
✅ Showcase your projects, lessons learned, and best practices

Key Themes and Potential Topics:

  • Innovative Partnerships – Exploring creative financial structures, long-term O&M strategies, and unique collaboration models.
  • Adapting to Enrollment Shifts – Addressing growth or decline through strategic master planning and P3 solutions.
  • Student & Workforce Housing – Expanding housing options to meet student demand and support workforce retention in college towns.
  • Athletic & Recreational Facilities – Financing and delivering stadiums, training centers, and wellness spaces that enhance campus life.
  • Student-Centered Infrastructure – Enhancing the student experience with cutting-edge housing, dining, and academic spaces.
  • Urban Integration & Community Engagement – Leveraging P3s to create dynamic, collaborative spaces that connect campuses with their surrounding communities.
  • Sustainability & Resilience – Advancing energy-efficient, durable, and adaptable infrastructure to support long-term campus goals.

Submission Guidelines
Abstracts should include a 200-word synopsis and include the types of envisioned panelists (e.g., public sector owners, architects, engineers, financiers, etc.). 

Speaker Registration Policy
Public sector speakers will receive complimentary registration. Private sector speakers will receive complimentary registration if they or their companies are sponsors or exhibitors of the conference. Non-supporting private sector speakers are required to pay the General Audience registration fee.

We look forward to receiving your innovative ideas and insights. Join us as we explore the future of campus infrastructure at this transformative event!