Convention Activities and Events
Schedule at a Glance
The Schedule at a Glance provides a helpful overview of what's happening each day during the ASHA Convention in Chicago.
Meetings
A number of ASHA board, committee and council meetings, affiliate meetings, and Open Houses and receptions are held during the ASHA Convention. The schedule of meetings and receptions will be available in late October.
Wednesday, November 13
Pre-Convention events on Wednesday provide the opportunity to earn additional CEUs through special symposia or workshops. Social activities will also be offered, including receptions and a team-building service project where you can have fun with your colleagues while giving back to the community. Purchase tickets for these events when registering for the Convention (some activities may carry an additional fee).
Thursday, November 14
Opening General Session
8:30 a.m.–10:00 a.m.
The Opening General Session begins the ASHA Convention on Thursday morning and features energizing addresses by the ASHA President, Convention Co-Chairs and a keynote speaker. More information about the Opening Session will be coming soon.
Friday, November 15
ASHA Awards Ceremony
7:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
The ASHA Awards Ceremony celebrates the highest achievements and excellence in the professions. Presentations will be made to recipients of the Honors of the Association, ASHA's most prestigious award which recognizes lifetime achievement, and to ASHA Fellows, whose contributions are the cornerstones of the professions. Additional awards will be given honoring members who have also contributed to the professions and Association. More information about the Awards Ceremony will be coming soon.
Saturday, November 16
More information about Saturday activities will be coming soon.
Request Function Space at the ASHA Convention
Exhibitors, affiliate groups and organizations, and universities or academic programs may request function space to hold a meeting, reception, Open House or other event during the ASHA Convention. Requests are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis as space allows. Learn more about the function space guidelines and request process.
Have questions about the ASHA Convention or need more information? E-mail us at convention@asha.org.