2025 AEE International Conference

The 2025 Association for Experiential Education Conference.


Thursday, November 6, 2025
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12:00 AM (EST)
to Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 1:00 AM (EST)

Connect: Building Bridges in Education

The 53rd Annual Experiential Education Conference, hosted by the Association for Experiential Education, is your opportunity to join a vibrant community of educators, students, and practitioners who are passionate about transforming learning. 

Join us November 6-8 in Pittsburgh, PA, USA for a one-of-a-kind conference experience. 


Imagine:

  • Connecting with innovative thinkers, researchers, and seasoned practitioners from around the globe.
  • Engaging in thought-provoking discussions, interactive workshops, and inspiring keynotes that will challenge your perspectives and ignite your creativity.
  • Discovering the latest research, innovative methodologies, and best practices in Experiential Education.
  • Expanding your professional network and creating lasting relationships with people who share your passion.
  • Enriching your practice with actionable insights and practical tools that you can immediately apply in your organizations and communities.
  • Emerging the conference feeling refreshed, re-energized, and inspired to make a positive impact on the world.

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How is the AEE Conference Different?


'Experiential Educators' includes an extensively broad range of professionals such as teachers, counselors, guides, professors, therapists, researchers and more.

Our conference uniquely brings together this diverse community into one place to learn with and from many different perspectives. Learning through experience isn't siloed, your conference experience shouldn't be either.

You'll Experience:

  • 80+ engaging workshops, research sessions, and panels.
  • Inspiring speakers who will share their expertise and insights.
  • Meaningful networking opportunities to connect with like-minded professionals.
  • Hands-on activities that you can immediately implement into your work.

In The Words of Attendees: Testimonials

“I'm already inspired by the camaraderie from this experience, it is truly unlike any conference I've attended in the past!” -Corey, 2024 Attendee

“I'm in. I loved it. This was fantastic, and I'll be coming back!” - Liz, 2024 Attendee

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“This was my first year & I was completely blown away! There was a ton of information & incredible individuals doing amazing work! I feel blessed to be a part of it. I am looking forward to taking this information & professional connections to continue to grow in my skill sets.” - Martin, 2024 Attendee

“I mean, I'm already all in.  The welcoming culture, the friendly people, and the shared community won me over instantly.” - Christy, 2024 Attendee

“I've been in higher education for 16 years. This was the best, most organized and friendliest professional conference I've ever attended. And I've been to many. Thank you, all, for a wonderful experience.” - Todd, 2023 Attendee

“Thanks, Association for Experiential Education,  for an excellent conference!  I met some great people, and the presentations were consistently of high quality with many take aways. I so enjoyed presenting as well!”   - Sue, 2023 Attendee

"I’m extremely grateful for the opportunity from AEE to spread my voice about the environment and how it’s affecting me and my community. Thank you for amplifying not only my voice but my peers. I’m looking forward to future AEE conferences." - Kaja, 2023 Attendee

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CALL FOR PROPOSALS

Calling all Researchers! Now Seeking Symposium on Experiential Education Research (SEER) Submissions until May 1!


More details coming soon!

  • Main Conference Dates: Thursday Nov 6, Friday Nov 7, Saturday Nov 8
  • Pre-Conference Dates: Tuesday, Nov 4, Wednesday, Nov 5
  • Conference Venue: Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
  • Call for proposals opening March 2025
  • Registration will open in July 2025