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Past eventHeld October 7–9, 2026

TASFAA Fall Conference 2026

The Texas Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators brings together financial aid professionals for professional development and leadership growth.

South Padre Island Convention Center, South Padre Island, TX

Held
October 7–9, 2026
Venue
South Padre Island Convention Center, South Padre Island, TX

TL;DR

  • TASFAA Fall Conference took place October 7–9, 2026 at South Padre Island Convention Center in Texas.
  • Rachel Gordon was billed as keynote speaker, with 25+ years of financial aid leadership experience.
  • The conference serves student financial aid administrators seeking professional development.

About

The Texas Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (TASFAA) advances student access to higher education by providing professional development for its diverse members, advocating for informed public policies, and facilitating forums on financial aid topics. TASFAA describes its role as a pillar that empowers members with excellent professional development opportunities and promotes student access and success in higher education.

Source: tasfaa.org/conference-agenda

Who was in the room

Student Financial Aid Administrators

Professionals managing financial aid operations at higher education institutions

Featured speakers

1 listed

Rachel Gordon

Vice President of Student Financial Aid Services · American University of Antigua College of Medicine

Venue & travel

Venue

South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX 78597

Getting there

Partner accommodations were listed as Courtyard by Marriott and Hilton Garden Inn South Padre Island Beachfront, each minutes from the convention center at $118 per night group rates.

Questions people ask

5 answered

The conference took place October 7–9, 2026.

The conference took place at South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX 78597.

The conference was aimed at student financial aid administrators from Texas, along with higher education professionals responsible for financial aid operations and compliance.

Rachel Gordon, Vice President of Student Financial Aid Services at American University of Antigua College of Medicine, was scheduled to deliver the keynote. She has 25+ years of experience in enrollment management, regulatory compliance, and financial aid leadership.

Financial aid professionals usually wear business casual at state association meetings, and the beach setting on South Padre Island in October suggests lighter fabrics, with a layer for air-conditioned rooms.

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