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The National Council of Arts Administrators is an organization whose primary purpose is to provide a forum for the exchange of ideas, the identification of problems, and the generation of shared solutions to the issues confronting arts administrators in higher education today.
2026 CONFERENCE
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SHIFTING GROUNDS
53rd Annual Conference
September 23-25, 2026
Hosted by the University of Arkansas School of Art
The 53rd National Council of Arts Administrators conference brings together arts leaders to consider how we build resilient and sustainable futures for our institutions and communities.
Against the backdrop of Northwest Arkansas’s rapidly growing and dynamic arts ecosystem, the University of Arkansas School of Art hosts this year’s gathering to explore themes of sustainable innovation, access, and community engagement. Together, we will reflect on the shifting grounds of arts administration and imagine how we can thrive collectively while shaping the evolving landscape of higher education and the arts.
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Support the Future of Arts Leadership
JIM HOPFENSPERGER FELLOWSHIP FOR EMERGING ARTS ADMINISTRATORS
The National Council of Arts Administrators (NCAA) warmly invites you to support our Fellowship Program, a vital initiative that aligns with our mission to cultivate and advance leadership in arts administration.
Through this program, we provide emerging and aspiring leaders with opportunities for professional growth, mentorship, and community connection. Each fellowship includes full conference registration and a one-year NCAA membership—an investment that opens doors and builds lasting networks.
A contribution of $325 fully funds one fellow’s participation. However, gifts of any amount are meaningful and will directly support the development of future leaders in our field.
Your generosity helps ensure that our community reflects the diversity, passion, and innovation that arts leadership demands. We are deeply grateful for your consideration and commitment to shaping the future of the arts.
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