USG Staff Council Annual Conference

Staff from across the University System of Georgia gathered for two days of professional development, learning, networking, and connection with colleagues from institutions across the state on September 14-15, 2026.
 
Attendees heard remarks from Georgia State University (GSU) President Dr. M. Brian Blake, a keynote speech from GSU’s First Lady Dr. Bridget Blake, remarks and time for questions and answers from USG Chancellor Sonny Perdue, professional development breakout sessions, a GSU campus tour, and opportunities to connect, learn, and bring back new ideas.
 
Thank you to Georgia State University for hosting the annual conference this year! 

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Hosting the Annual USG Staff Council Conference

If your institution is interested in hosting the annual USG Staff Council Conference, please complete the interest form to be considered for hosting during one of the next five years. Hosting institutions will be supported by the USG Staff Council Conference Planning Committee.

Interest Form

Upcoming Conference Hosts

• 2027 Georgia College and State University
• 2028 Clayton State University
• 2029 Savannah State University
• 2030 College of Coastal Georgia

Past Conference Hosts

• 2026 Georgia State University
• 2025 Valdosta State University
• 2024 Kennesaw State University
• 2023 Augusta University
• 2022 Georgia Gwinnett College
• 2021 Georgia Institute of Technology and Fort Valley State University
• 2016 Kennesaw State University
• 2014 Albany State University 20th Year Anniversary
• 2012 Georgia Southern University
• 2011 University of Georgia
• 2008 Kennesaw State University
• 2007 Southern Polytechnic State University