MEOA 42nd Annual Conference
Reclaiming the Narrative: Serving First-Gen Students, Changing Lives
Date: October 16, 2026, from 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM EST
Location: Great Wolf Lodge New England
150 Great Wolf Drive, Fitchburg, MA 01420
Join educational opportunity professionals, TRIO staff, college access practitioners, student support specialists, administrators, and advocates from across Massachusetts and New England for MEOA’s 42nd Annual Conference.
This year’s theme, “Reclaiming the Narrative: Serving First-Gen Students, Changing Lives,” challenges us to celebrate the transformative impact of our work, share innovative practices, and strengthen our collective commitment to educational access, opportunity, and student success.
Registration Rates
| Membership Status | Early Bird Through Aug. 21, 2026 | Regular Through Sept. 20, 2026 | Late Registration Sept. 21 & Beyond |
|---|---|---|---|
| Member | $125 | $175 | $250 |
| Non-Member | $175 | $225 | $300 |
| Retiree, Student, or TRIO Alumnus | $100 | $125 | $200 |
Membership Included
If you are a current MEOA member, you qualify for the member registration rate.
Conference registration includes a full year of MEOA membership for all attendees, including a one-year renewal for current members for the 2026–2027 Membership Year (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Register Early & Save
We encourage attendees to register as early as possible to secure the best rate and guarantee their place at this year’s conference.
Additional conference details, hotel information, sponsorship opportunities, and the conference schedule will be announced soon.
For membership questions, please contact:
meoaboard@gmail.com
Hotel Reservations
Attendees are encouraged to reserve their rooms as early as possible to secure the conference rate.
| Reservation Phone Number: | 866-678-9653 |
| Group Block Code: | 2610MEOA |
| Reservation Deadline: | September 15, 2026 |
