Register Now for ESC 2025: Engagement Scholarship Consortium Conference in Roanoke, USA

The Engagement Scholarship Consortium (ESC) is now accepting registration for its 25th Annual International Conference, themed “Bridging Resources to Build Stronger Communities.” Hosted by Virginia Tech and ESC East Region institutions, it will take place October 8–9, 2025, with pre-conference workshops on October 6–7, at the Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center in Roanoke, Virginia.

Registration Details

1. General Registration Opens: May 2025
2. Deadline for Presenters to Confirm: August 15, 2025
3. Regular Registration Closes: September 22, 2025
4. Late Registration: September 23–30, 2025 (fees increase)

Conference Fees

ESC 2025 Conference Fees

Regular Registration (by September 22, 2025):

1. ESC Member – Full Conference: $485
2. ESC Member – One-Day (Wed or Thurs only): $315
3. Non-Member – Full Conference: $585
4. Non-Member – One-Day: $380
5. Students – Full Conference: $350
6. Students – One-Day: $230
7. Community Partners – Full Conference: $350
8. Community Partners – One-Day: $230

Late Registration (September 23–30, 2025):

1. ESC Member – Full Conference: $565
2. ESC Member – One-Day: $370
3. Non-Member – Full Conference: $665
4. Non-Member – One-Day: $430
5. Students – Full Conference: $400
6. Students – One-Day: $260
7. Community Partners – Full Conference: $400
8. Community Partners – One-Day: $260

Note

1. Full Conference includes two breakfasts, two lunches, receptions, breaks, and conference materials.
2. One-Day registration applies to either Wednesday or Thursday.
3. Pre-conference workshops are not included and require separate registration.

Member Savings

1. ESC member institutions receive a 10% discount when prepaying five or more registrations.
2. Contact info@engagementscholarship.org to coordinate and receive a coupon code. (Note: Discount does not apply to workshops.)

Cancellation Policy

1. Full refund if canceled by 5 p.m. EST on September 1, 2025
2. 50% refund if canceled by September 19, 2025
3. No refund after September 19 or for no-shows
4. Substitutions are allowed until September 19, 2025

Pre-Conference Workshops (October 6–7)

Expand your skills and network in these targeted sessions:

1. Emerging Engagement Scholars Workshop – for early-career faculty and graduate students. Fee: $200 (apply by June 30)
2. Engagement Academy for University Leaders – for university outreach leaders. Fee: $240
3. Outreach & Engagement Practitioners Network (OEPN) – focused on applied community-engaged practice. Fee: $125
4. Additional sessions include the TRES Relationship Evaluation Framework

Why Attend ESC 2025?

1. Collaborate with over 60 ESC member institutions
2. Participate in leading-edge presentations and workshops on teaching, community partnerships, equity, policy, and more
3. Build skills in evaluation, leadership, and collaborative research
4. Explore community impact strategies that align with civic responsibility and resilience

How to Register

1. Visit the ESC 2025 Registration Page
2. Log in or create a user profile
3. Select your registration category (full, one-day, workshops)
4. Apply coupon code if eligible
5. Submit payment and review cancellation policies

Final Takeaway

ESC 2025 in Roanoke is your chance to join leading scholars, practitioners, and civic partners dedicated to community-engaged scholarship. Register before September 22, 2025, to secure your place and take advantage of lower fees. Learn. Collaborate. Lead change.

Have questions or need group registration support? Contact info@engagementscholarship.org.