Southwestern Adventist University is proud to announce the launch of the first-ever HSI Summit, a two-day gathering dedicated to strengthening federal grant readiness, student success, and institutional collaboration within higher education. The summit will take place November 10–11, 2025, on the university's campus in Keene, Texas. 

Designed for faculty, grant professionals, program directors, institutional researchers, finance teams, and academic leaders, the HSI Summit 2025 will bring together voices from across the country for a practical, mission-driven conversation about what it takes to thrive in the federal grant space. 

The summit is open to Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) as well as colleges and universities that serve diverse student populations and are working to build sustainable, grant-supported initiatives. 

Equipping Institutions for Long-Term Impact 

Many of our institutions are already doing impactful work. The HSI Summit is about equipping us with the tools, partnerships, and insights that help take that work to the next level. 

The agenda will feature keynote speakers, breakout sessions, and interactive workshops on topics including student engagement, data-driven decision making, and institutional collaboration. One of the cornerstone sessions will guide attendees through the development of a customized grant strategy blueprint, offering templates and tools to begin building a clear, actionable roadmap tailored to their institution’s needs. 

Creating Space for Collaboration and Innovation 

In addition to formal sessions, the summit will offer opportunities for cross-campus connection and peer learning. The "Institutional Spotlight" segment will showcase selected projects from colleges and universities across the country, while SWAU Talks, a series of short, high-impact presentations, will feature on-the-ground insights from faculty and staff engaged in federal grant work. 

The university will also offer a campus reflection walk, networking reception, and guided table discussions to foster honest dialogue, idea-sharing, and strategic alignment. 

Registration Now Open 

Registration for the HSI Summit 2025 is now open. Early bird rates will be available through September 5. For full program details, travel information, and registration, visit: www.swau.edu/HSI-Summit

HSI Summit | Southwestern Adventist University 

Southwestern Adventist University is honored to serve as host for this inaugural summit and looks forward to welcoming attendees to a collaborative space focused on advancing equity, mission, and innovation in higher education.