AOA Colleagues,

On behalf of the Conference Planning Committee, I am excited to invite you to the 2026 Auxiliary Organizations Association (AOA) Annual Conference.  We look forward to welcoming you to the vibrant city of Oakland, California, from January 11-13, 2026, at the Oakland Marriott City Center.

This year's theme, "The Next Era of Auxiliaries: Shaping Tomorrow," underscores the critical role CSU auxiliaries play in driving initiatives that profoundly impact our students, universities, communities, and the auxiliaries themselves.  Our discussions will focus on how auxiliaries can strategically contribute to achieving these outcomes by emphasizing two essential aspects:

Firstly, we'll highlight the significant impact and value CSU education contributes to the economic and social fabric of California, and its influence that extends across the nation.  As the nation's largest university system, the CSU shapes the workforce, cultural landscape, and economic strength not only within California but also nationwide, underscoring its global significance.

Secondly, we recognize the vital role of CSU auxiliaries in preparing students for a workforce shaped by artificial intelligence and advanced technologies.

We invite you to contribute your ideas for presentations or recommend impactful speakers by contacting our Conference Sessions Manager, Debra Hammond at debra.hammond@csun.edu.  If you know a product or service provider who could benefit from participating as an AOA Business Partner, please reach out to our Business Partner Support Manager, Bella Newberg, at newberg@csusm.edu.

Stay tuned for updates as our planning progresses.  Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @csuaoa for the latest conference news and information.

Please mark your calendars for January 11-13, 2026, and join us in Oakland as we embark on a journey to shape the future of CSU auxiliaries and higher education.

Warm regards,

Andrew Singletary

Chair, 2026 AOA Annual Conference/President Elect and

Director, Information Technology Services And Facilities

Union WELL, Inc. Auxiliary, California State University, Sacramento

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