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    • September 15, 2026
    • November 01, 2026
    • Online
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    There's never been a better to get involved with MASFAA! 

    Whether you’re looking to share your experience, develop new skills, connect with colleagues, or simply give back to the profession, volunteering with MASFAA is a great way to make a difference.

    Our volunteers are at the heart of what makes MASFAA a strong and connected professional association. Serving on a committee or helping with a special project can provide opportunities to:

    • Build meaningful connections with colleagues across the region
    • Share your knowledge and experience while learning from others
    • Develop leadership and teamwork skills
    • Find a mentor or become one for someone else
    • Support the growth of the financial aid profession
    • Make a difference in the MASFAA community

    Not sure where you might fit?  Learn more about our volunteer opportunities, commitments, and areas of involvement.  If you have questions or want to learn more about a particular opportunity, reach out to the chair(s) listed in the descriptions.

    You don’t have to have years of experience or a particular title to get involved. There’s a place for everyone in MASFAA, and you may be surprised by what you gain along the way.

    Thank you for investing your time, talent, and energy in MASFAA. Our association—and our profession—are stronger because of you!


    • September 22, 2026
    • 1:30 PM
    • October 02, 2026
    • 12:01 PM
    • Presale Only | Conference Pickup or Digital Delivery
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    A Taste of MASFAA Cookbook Presale

    Bring a taste of MASFAA home with you!

    MASFAA members from across the region have opened their recipe boxes and shared favorites for A Taste of MASFAA, a special cookbook created as part of this year’s fundraising efforts supporting Foundation 2.

    Inside, you’ll find recipes gathered from your MASFAA colleagues for:

    Small Plate Mingling • Backyard BBQ & Potluck • Sunday Supper • After School & Midnight Snacks • Sweet Treats

    Choose the version that works best for you:

    Printed Cookbook | $20
    Pick up your cookbook at the MASFAA Conference, or arrange for another conference attendee to take your order back to your institution.

    A limited number of additional printed cookbooks will be available for purchase at the conference. Preordering is the best way to guarantee your copy.

    Digital Cookbook | $10

    Digital cookbook purchases are intended for use by the purchaser or purchasing institution and should not be forwarded, posted, or otherwise redistributed.

    You can also order both versions or purchase additional copies for colleagues, friends, or your office.

    Presale orders must be submitted and paid by 12:00 p.m. CT on Friday, October 2.

    Printed cookbooks will not be shipped. You do not need to personally attend the conference to purchase a printed copy, but an attendee will need to pick it up on your behalf.

    Every order helps support MASFAA’s fundraising efforts for Foundation 2 while celebrating the recipes, traditions, and people that make our region special.

    Order your copy of A Taste of MASFAA today!

    • October 18, 2026
    • October 21, 2026
    • Cedar Rapids, Iowa
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    Fees

     Early Bird (Through September 16) Standard (September 17 - October 14)
    Full Conference     
    MASFAA/IASFAA Member $450 $500
    Retiree $200  $200 (no change)
    State (IA) Non-Member  $450   $500
    All Other Non-Members $575 $625
     Single Day
     
    MASFAA Members Only  $250  $250 (no change)
    Leadership Experience (Sunday, Preconference)**    
    MASFAA/IASFAA Member $50  $75 

    Full conference registration includes:

    • Beverage breaks and afternoon snacks.
    • Monday breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
    • Tuesday breakfast and lunch.
    • Wednesday brunch.
    • Preconference sessions: 
      • NASFAA Credential, a Community College Roundtable, and a Graduate & Professional Roundtable. 
      • **The Elevated Leadership Experience is available as an optional add-on within the standard conference registration form and requires an additional fee. Attendees can indicate whether they plan to participate, are unsure, or do not plan to attend. Additional details and a tentative agenda will be shared later this summer, and attendees will have opportunities to update their selection throughout the summer and fall.
    • Access to all sessions (including NASFAA & ED) and all exhibits.

    Each participant is responsible for covering their own travel, lodging, other meal costs, and incidental expenses.

    Cancelation & Change Policies

    All requests for a 100% refund must be submitted in writing to the Treasurer (treasurer@masfaaweb.net) by October 4, 2026. Late refund requests up to 15 days after the event will be considered on a case by case basis and can range from 50-100%.


    Paid registration may be transferred to another individual within the same institution (and also a MASFAA Member) up to 7 days before the conference begins. Requests must be submitted to the Treasurer-Elect (treasurer-elect@masfaaweb.net) in writing to be considered.

    Participant Conduct

    All registrants and attendees of the annual conference must agree to abide by the MASFAA Appropriate Behavior and Conduct Clause.

    • October 18, 2026
    • October 21, 2026
    • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Cedar Rapids, Iowa
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    Thank you for your interest in supporting the 2026 MASFAA Annual Conference! Your involvement helps make this event possible. This registration form will allow you to select from a variety of exhibitor and sponsorship options. Your final cost will be determined by the combination of sponsorship opportunities you select. Payment may be made via credit card or check.

    Package Opportunities

    Champion Package - $4,500*

    • 2026 Conference Benefits
      • Preferential Exhibit Booth location
      • 2 complimentary registrations
      • Attendee List
      • Keynote or General Session Moderator
      • Full page ad in program
      • Registration packet insert
      • Business Solutions Session  (Limited availability. Offered based on registration date.)
    • Advertising for 2026-27, Full Year (Nov-Oct)
      • Web banner ad (1950 px by 250 px)
      • Newsletter recognition

    *Total savings of $2,800 compared to purchasing separately.

    Sustainer Package - $3,400*

    • 2026 Conference Benefits
      • Preferential Exhibit Booth location (after Champions)
      • 1 complimentary registrations
      • Attendee List
      • Interest Session Moderator
      • Half page ad in program
      • Registration packet insert
      • Business Solutions Session  (Limited availability. Offered based on registration date.)
    • Advertising for 2026-27, Six Months (Nov-Apr)
      • Web banner ad (1950 px by 250 px)
      • Newsletter recognition

    *Total savings of $2,100 versus purchasing separately

    Please visit our Support page for detailed information about additional sponsorship opportunities!

    For questions, please contact Karen Leveque-Szawara, Associate Member Relations Chair, at kleveque@depaul.edu.


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    • October 19, 2026
    • 1:00 PM
    • October 20, 2026
    • 11:30 AM
    • Cedar Rapids, Iowa
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    Fees

     Early Bird (Through September 16) Standard (September 17 - October 14)

       
    Business Officer $225 $275

    This registration includes:

    • Monday dinner.
    • Tuesday breakfast.

    This is not a full conference registration. It does not include sessions, other meals, preconference events, or exhibit access. Each participant is responsible for covering their own travel, lodging, other meal costs, and incidental expenses.

    If you are attending the full conference, please register instead through the main MASFAA 2026 conference page.

    Cancelation & Change Policies

    All requests for a 100% refund must be submitted in writing to the Treasurer (treasurer@masfaaweb.net) by October 4, 2026. Late refund requests up to 15 days after the event will be considered on a case by case basis and can range from 50-100%.


    Paid registration may be transferred to another individual within the same institution (and also a MASFAA Member) up to 7 days before the conference begins. Requests must be submitted to the Treasurer-Elect (treasurer-elect@masfaaweb.net) in writing to be considered.

    Participant Conduct

    All registrants and attendees of the annual conference must agree to abide by the MASFAA Appropriate Behavior and Conduct Clause.

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    • Lake Ozark, Missouri


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