WACUHO Annual Conference and Exposition
WACE 2024
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The WACUHO Annual Conference and Exposition (WACE) 2024 will take place from April 14-17, 2024 at the Sheraton Park Hotel at the Anaheim Resort in California. This is your chance to be a part of a dynamic conference that brings together housing professionals, educators, and industry experts to exchange ideas, explore innovative solutions, and inspire change in the field of collegiate housing.
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Sustainability Initiative
Hanging on to an old WACE name tag holder from previous conferences? Recycle it for reuse by dropping it off to Registration for a chance to win one of four $25 Disney Gift cards!
Conference Happenings
Social Hour
Sunday, April 14 at 7:00 p.m.
Unwind and connect with WACUHO! Join us for an evening of wonder and meeting new colleagues. Don't miss out on this chance to elevate your conference experience beyond the sessions and make new connections.
Trivia Night
Sunday, April 14 at 8:00 p.m.
Calling all trivia wizards! Join us for a magical Trivia Night at Tiffany Terrace on Sunday at 8:00 PM during WACE. Bring your team or make new friends, and compete for fantastic prizes and bragging rights!
Wellness Break
Monday, April 15
Take a wellness break at WACE ! Your Inner Child is waiting to wiggle, giggle and play. Between sessions, on your way to a meal or on a break, find our “playground” Monday just outside on the lawn by Tiffany Terrace. Location and directions can be found in the conference app, make sure you add it to your schedule! Outdoor Playground Activities available 10:00 AM-12:00 PM and 1:30 PM- 3:30PM
Karaoke
Monday, April 15 at 8:30 p.m.
Get ready to sing your hearts out at WACE Karaoke Night on April 15th, 8:30 PM to 11:30 PM at the Tiffany Terrace!
Family Game Night
Tuesday April 16 at 7:00 p.m.
Step into a world of wonder at WACUHO's Family Game Night! Join the Host committee for an evening where laughter and bonding unite as families engage in classic and new games alike!
Rest, Recharge & Connect!
The Commuter and Recharge Lounge is intended to be a quiet space for conference attendees who are commuting in to relax, get some work done and recharge between sessions. The Commuter Lounge will be located in the Promenade Boardroom. Hours of operation:
4/15: 9:30am-11:45am/1:30pm-4:45pm
4/16: 7:00am-11:45am/1:00pm-5:45pm
4/17: 8:00am-10:45am
The Hospitality Suite
The Hospitality Suite is a great space to start the day or decompress after dinner, chat with new friends and colleagues, play games, and grab some snacks or a quick breakfast item. Attendees are invited to pack a game or two to bring to the suite and play with guests!! The Hospitality Suite is open mornings and evenings throughout the conference! Hours of operation:
4/14 - 7:15 PM-11:30 PM
4/15 - 7:00 AM-8:15 AM / 8:30 PM-11:45 PM
4/16 - 7:00 AM-9:00 AM / 7:00 PM-11:00 PM
4/17 - 8:00 AM-10:00 AM
Conference Theme
"Unlocking the Magic of WACUHO: Building Bridges, Creating Connections" encapsulates the essence of WACUHO's mission and vision into the conference experience. This theme emphasizes the organization's commitment to enhancing professional competencies, providing innovative resources, building meaningful connections, fostering inclusivity and developing future leaders within the context of creating exceptional residential experiences for college and university students.
