Showcasing Partner Programming and Lounges for SXSW EDU 2023
SXSW EDU would not be possible without support from our valued partners. Discover more than 40 partner programming sessions and two partner lounges providing attendees with the opportunity to discover timely, new ideas from top thought leaders driving meaningful impact in education.
Explore the inspiring work our partners are doing in education through discussions on topics including postsecondary education pathways, presented by American Student Assistance, how to usher in better futures by redesigning education infrastructure, presented by Siegel Family Endowment, and more.
Kick back, relax, recharge, and connect in one of the lounges presented by Stand Together Trust and Siegel Family Endowment. These unique activations allow attendees to learn more about and build relationships with the sponsoring organizations in custom spaces.
Check out the impactful programming this year’s partners are bringing to SXSW EDU 2023:
Partner Programming
Accessibility & Inclusion
Supporting Black, Latinx, and Indigenous Learners presented by WGU (Talk)
The College Debate: Elevating Student Perspectives presented by ECMC Group (Talk)
Arts & Storytelling
Changemakers: Connecting Youth to Careers That Make a Difference presented by Allstate Foundation (Talk)
Community Initiatives
Beyond School: Designing Education Infrastructure presented by Siegel Family Endowment (Talk)
Fueling the Future: Inspiring the Next Generation presented by the Taco Bell Foundation (Meet Up)
Gen Z Is Here, Are We Ready? presented by Walton Family Foundation (Talk)
Insights from the Out-of-System Space presented by VELA Education Fund (Talk)
Science Sandbox: Informal Science Education Meetup presented by Simons Foundation (Meet Up)
Emerging Technology
CourseGateway: The Path to Equitable Education presented by EDUCAUSE (Meet Up)
Harness Data to Help Improve Student Outcomes presented by EdFi (Talk)
Modern Learning: Future Possibilities for K-12 presented by Stride Learning Solutions (Solo)
Youth Activism in the Age of Digital Disruption presented by American Student Assistance (Talk)
Equity & Justice
Collective Dreams for Liberation: Educator Meet Up presented by Transcend Education (Meet Up)
Common Ground: Black Parents' Views on K-12 Education presented by EdChoice (Talk)
Elevating Student Voice via Equity Centered Design presented by The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (Talk)
Equity-Centered Research for Innovative Courseware presented by The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (Talk)
For The Culture: The Impact of Influencers presented by EdChoice (Talk)
How Diverse Students Access & Thrive in College presented by The Chronicle of Higher Education (Talk)
Leveraging Digital Solutions at MSIs After COVID presented by The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (Talk)
Shifting Power and Possibility in Philanthropy presented by NewSchools Venture Fund (Talk)
What Is Equitable EdTech Product Design? presented by GoGuardian (Solo)
Global Initiatives
Unlocking the Global Higher Education Audience presented by Coursera (Talk)
Policy & Civic Engagement
Creative Solutions to the Rural Health Care Crisis presented by WGU (Talk)
Evidence - A Key Ingredient for EdTech Decisions presented by LearnPlatform (Meet Up)
EWA Radio: Student Data Privacy as a Civil Rights Issue presented by Education Writers Association (Podcast)
How ESSA Is Driving Improved K-12 Outcomes presented by LearnPlatform (Talk)
Maximizing Federal Policy Support for Learners presented by Jobs for the Future (Talk)
The Capitol-Classroom Connection presented by Association of Texas Professional Educators (Meet Up)
The Long Game: How We Invest in Education presented by Education Writers Association (Talk)
Practice & Pedagogy
Always On: Learning in the Age of AI & Technology presented by Chegg (Talk)
Beyond Transfer: Learner-Centered Credit Mobility presented by Ascendium (Talk)
Building Local Computer Science Teacher Community presented by Computer Science Teachers Association (Meet Up)
CompetencyWorks PCBE Meet Up presented by Aurora Institute (Meet Up)
Credentials of Value in Higher Education presented by Strada Education Network (Talk)
From Search to Ask to Learn presented by Chegg (Solo)
Gamified Curricula for the Future presented by HundrED & Supercell (Meet Up)
Shark Tank: Edu Edition presented by The Chronicle of Higher Education (Talk)
Startups & Investment
Building Education Entrepreneurship Ecosystems presented by VELA Education Fund (Talk)
Why SEL Products Hit or Miss the Mark presented by EdWeek Market Brief (Talk)
Work Reimagined
Building Youthforce in Middle School presented by American Student Assistance (Meet Up)
EdTech, Power Skills and the Future of Work presented by XPRIZE Rapid Reskilling (Meet Up)
Engaging Employers in HS Work-Based Learning presented by American Student Assistance (Talk)
Expanding Pathways in Postsecondary Education presented by American Student Assistance (Talk)
Hire-Ed: Educating the Workforce of Tomorrow presented by Strategic Education (Talk)
Moving "Good Jobs" from Theory to Practice presented by Jobs for the Future (Talk)
Validating Postsecondary Pathways: Quality Metrics presented by American Student Assistance (Meet Up)
Verifying Qualified Candidates: Proof of Skills presented by American Student Assistance (Talk)
Wanted: Access to Career Connections for Teens presented by ECMC Group (Talk)
Lounges
Siegel Family Endowment Lounge
Stand Together Trust Lounge
Leaders in Education
We are thrilled to have a roster of impressive organizations, startups, partners, and thought leaders bringing exciting ideas from across the globe to life. Take a look at the growing list of organizations confirmed to participate.
Join Your Community in March
Register to attend in Austin or experience SXSW EDU Online. Celebrate education through compelling sessions, networking opportunities, and so much more at SXSW EDU from March 6-9, 2023.
Be the first to know of any information leading up to the event through Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and our newsletter.
Photo provided by Kyle Kenehan
By Auva Saghafi
02/15/2023
