Professional Development Day FAQs

Higher Education Networking Collective (HENC)

Event Date: Tuesday, November 18, 2025

Location: Corcoran Commons- Boston College, 140 Commonwealth Avenue, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

FAQs

GENERAL EVENT QUESTIONS

What is the HENC Professional Development Day?

The HENC Professional Development Day is an in-person conference that brings together higher education professionals from across the sector for a full day of learning, collaboration, and networking. This year’s theme is Supervision, Mentorship, and Career Advancement. To learn more, please visit the Professional Development Day website

Who should attend this event?

This event is ideal for higher education professionals at all levels—staff, faculty, and administrators—interested in improving their leadership skills, mentoring others, advancing their careers, or building more inclusive, effective workplaces.

What topics will be covered?

Session themes include:

Equitable and Inclusive Supervision
Technology & Generative AI in the Workplace
Interdepartmental Collaboration & Workplace Culture
Career Planning and Mentorship Models

Click here to review the full schedule!

REGISTRATION

When will registration open?
Registration is open now. Visit here to learn more and to register.

What is the cost to attend?
The early bird registration fee will be $75 (plus applicable transaction fees) from when registration opens until October 15. After October 15, the registration fee will increase to $99 (plus applicable transaction fees).

Will food be provided?
Yes. The event will include lunch and the cost is included in the registration fee. Breakfast will not be provided.

CALL FOR SESSION PROPOSALS

How do I submit a session proposal?
The Call for Session Proposals has closed!

What is the deadline to submit a proposal?
Proposals are due by August 1, 2025.

What types of sessions can I propose?
We welcome:

Expert-led Presentations
Interactive Workshops
Panel Discussions
Mentorship/Networking Roundtables

How will proposals be evaluated?
Proposals will be evaluated based on relevance to the theme, engagement potential, practical application, and alignment with our event goals.

When will I hear back about my submission?
Notifications will be sent by August 15, 2025.

LOCATION & TRAVEL

Where is the event being held?
The event will take place at:
Corcoran Commons
Boston College
140 Commonwealth Avenue, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

Is parking available?
Yes. Parking will be available at the Commonwealth Avenue Garage, just a short walk from the event venue. Rates and payment details are available on our Travel Planning page.

Can I take public transportation?
Yes! The nearest MBTA stop is Boston College Station on the Green Line – B Branch. It’s a quick 5–7 minute walk to Corcoran Commons. Be sure to board a B Branch train, as other Green Line branches do not serve this station.

Are hotel accommodations available nearby?
Check the Travel Planning page for information about a discounted hotel block!

Is there a discounted hotel rate available for the event?
Yes! We’ve arranged a special group rate for attendees of the Higher Education Networking Collective (HENC) Professional Development Day. Book your group rate for HENC here. To obtain this discounted rate, you must book before October 18.