Tennessee Statewide Dual Enrollment Conference Schedule
Conference Schedule
Bridging High School and Higher Education in Tennessee
Join education leaders from across Tennessee at this first-ever statewide conference
dedicated to strengthening partnerships and expanding dual enrollment opportunities.
Below is the schedule for the July 14, 2026 Tennessee Statewide Dual Enrollment Conference.
#TNDEConf2026
| Time | Conference Schedule |
|---|---|
| 7:45 am – 8:30 am |
Check-in / Networking / Visit Guest Vendors and Sponsors Breakfast Provided |
| 8:30 am – 9:00 am |
Welcome from Tennessee Leaders Dr. Flora Tydings, Chancellor, Tennessee Board of Regents Dr. Angi Smith, Vice President for Student Services, ÃÛ½ÛÖ±²¥ Ms. Susie Cox, President, Tennessee College of Applied Technology Morristown Mr. Bob Eby, Chairman, Tennessee State Board of Education Mr. Brett Gipson, Chief College Access Officer, Tennessee Higher Education Commission Representative David Hawk, Tennessee General Assembly Mr. Miles Burdine, Regent, Tennessee Board of Regents and President/CEO of Kingsport Chamber of Commerce |
| 9:00 am – 9:10 am |
Leave Your Mark, Tennessee! |
| 9:10 am – 9:20 am |
Student Spotlight |
| 9:20 am – 9:25 am |
Introduction of Keynote Speaker |
| 9:25 am – 10:20 am |
Keynote Address: Learn to Love the Turbulence |
| 10:20 am – 10:35 am |
Proceed to Breakout Session #1 |
| 10:35 am – 11:35 am |
Breakout Session #1 |
| 11:45 am – 12:45 pm |
Lunch & Sponsor Updates |
| 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm |
Breakout Session #2 |
| 2:00 pm – 2:10 pm |
Proceed to Breakout Session #3 |
| 2:10pm – 3:10 pm |
Breakout Session #3 |
| 3:10pm – 3:15 pm |
Complete Conference Survey |
Special Thanks to our Conference MC: Dr. Rob Pratt, Associate Professor of Communication,
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Conference Hosts
For more information contact:
Dr. Matthew Hunter
423.586.2642
matthew.hunterFREEWS
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- Sep 24
11:00 AM
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