Morning Kickoff & Afternoon Pick-Me-Up Coffee Breaks
Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM and 2:45 PM
- Kick off each conference day with a good cup of coffee and great conversations! Mingle with colleagues before heading into the Keynote talks.
- Gather in common areas again each afternoon for a pick-me-up coffee (or tea) to get us through the busy day!
Newcomer Welcomes
Tuesday, 8:30 AM & Wednesday, 5:15 PM
- We’re glad you’re here! Join us for a fun and interactive event that will get you acquainted with SITE and your fellow first-timers! Hosted by SITE Executive Committee members.
SITE 2025 Welcome Party @ Universal Mardi Gras
Tuesday, 5:00-7:30 PM
- Pre-Registration Required | FREE for attendees | $25 per additional guest
- Join with SITE for the BEST welcome party of the decade! Food, Floats & Fun at Universal Mardi Gras! This unforgettable party is for all attendees. After the park closes, the festivities begin, enjoy a spectacular parade at a Universal VIP balconies, outrageous street performers, vibrant music, colorful costumes and countless beads flying through the air. Savor mouthwatering hors d’oeuvres including flavors from around the world and drinks!
- Park entry tickets not required and are not included in this event.
University Night Happy Hour
Monday, 6:00 – 7:00 PM
We invite your school/university to host a spot at our University Night! This event provides an opportunity to showcase your university programs. SITE offers a great audience to highlight whatʼs going on at your campus and share future direction to our international audience. This event is free for attendees and friends are invited for food and drinks.- Not showcasing? Wear your school’s colors and join us anyway!
2025 University Night Sponsors:
Posters & Demonstrations plus Innovators Playground
Wednesday, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM 
- Catch one of our most popular sessions to see the latest research in our Posters & Demos exhibit.
- Food and cash bar available
Pub C.R.A.W.L with SITE Presidents
Pursue Unknown Boundaries and Create Really Awesome Wonderful Leaders (Pub C.R.A.W.L.)
Wednesday, 7:00 PM
Have you considered what it would take to become a leader at SITE? Take this opportunity to learn about SITE from veteran SITE leaders who would like to help mentor the next generation of SITE leadership. This experience will give you the opportunity to P.U.B while learning about the next steps it would take to C.R.A.W.L. We will depart from the hotel at 7:30 immediately following trivia night. Meet at the University Night Event bar for a drink before our group departure.
Closing Toast and Invitation to SITE 2026
Friday, 12:30-1:00 PM
- Say “Cheers!” to Las Vegas and join us for a special invitation to SITE 2025
