Global Education Technology Summit Registration
Registration for the 2025 GETS is now open.
Join us for the inaugural Global Education Technology Summit (GETS), held in advance of the Global Impact Conference. This high-impact event convenes leaders in education, edtech, and student success to explore how technology can transform international education. Designed for professionals across sectors—from digital learning innovators to higher education decision-makers—GETS offers actionable insights, real-world examples, and opportunities for cross-sector collaboration. Don’t miss this unique chance to connect, learn, and lead at the intersection of global education and digital transformation.
Attendees may purchase admission to Global Education Technology Summit (GETS) in addition to the Global Impact Conference (GIC) Full Access Pass or as a solo admission item. If you would like to attend both the GIC and GETS, you may do so by following the link for “General Registration” under the “2025 Global Impact Conference Registration” section. If you wish to only purchase access to GETS, please use the registration paths below to complete your purchase.
GETS is the must-attend convening for leaders and innovators working at the intersection of global education and digital transformation. Through lightning talks, case-based workshops, and collaborative sessions, attendees will:
Discover how AI, data systems, and digital platforms are shaping the future of global engagement.
Explore technology’s role in supporting inbound and outbound mobility, COIL, and global learning at home.
Learn how institutions are building inclusive, tech-enabled experiences for international and study abroad students.
Examine tools for scaling partnerships, enhancing advising, and supporting student well-being.
Engage with peers to co-design tech-forward strategies for cross-border collaboration and student success.
Schedule
October 28, 2025
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. | Registration & Light Breakfast
Informal networking and arrival time.
9:00 a.m. – 9:55 a.m. | Opening Plenary: Global Impact Needs Global Tech
Global learning is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. This plenary explores how technology is reimagining international education by enabling scalable, inclusive, and measurable impact. Hear how institutions and tech leaders are aligning tools with mission.
- How technology is reshaping the ecosystem of global education
- The role of AI, data, and platforms in driving connection, access, and impact
- Why global learning can’t scale equitably without digital transformation
Key Takeaway: A visionary look at how tech enables inclusion, access, and success in international education.
10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. | Tech for Outbound Mobility: Beyond the Brochure
Explore how institutions are using technology to transform every stage of the outbound student journey—from outreach and application to return and reintegration. Learn what’s working and where institutions must shift their mindset.
- From recruitment CRMs to re-entry tools: Mapping the student journey with tech
- Using data to personalize and scale global experiences
- What students actually use vs. what institutions think they need
Key Takeaway: How to use technology to improve and personalize the education abroad lifecycle.
10:45 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. | Coffee & Networking Break
11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. | Breakouts (Choose One)
🅰️ Designing COIL & Global Learning at Home Through Tech
Virtual exchange and COIL programs have become essential tools in global learning strategy. This session dives into platforms and practices that are driving collaboration across borders and building global mindsets—without a passport.
- Tools to support collaboration across borders and disciplines
- What works, what’s scalable, and what stalls faculty engagement
🅱️ Advising 2.0: Redesigning International Student Support Systems
How are institutions leveraging tech to modernize the advising experience? From AI-enabled onboarding to multilingual help systems, this session showcases digital tools that streamline support and improve access—without losing the human touch.
- Focus on systems, structures, and efficiency
- Case studies in advising automation, onboarding, and knowledge delivery
Key Takeaway (both): Practical approaches to student-facing innovation that increase engagement and inclusion.
11:50 a.m. – 12:35 p.m. | Lightning Talks: Innovation Worth Scaling
A rapid-fire showcase of promising ideas in global edtech—delivered in just five minutes each. Each speaker ends with one big question for the audience, sparking reflection and cross-sector dialogue.
- 5-minute showcases from institutions, startups, or hybrid collaborations
- Each talk ends with 1 key question or challenge posed to the room
Key Takeaway: A fast-paced scan of what’s being piloted, built, or scaled.
12:35 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. | Networking Lunch & Table Talks
Facilitated small-group discussions on:
- AI in advising and mobility
- COIL implementation at scale
- Data privacy and ethical tech
- Digital inclusion in cross-border learning
1:45 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Breakouts (Choose One)
🅰️ Tech for Inbound Student Success & Belonging
Beyond advising, how can technology help international students feel connected, cared for, and empowered? Explore platforms that promote social engagement, wellness, and community—meeting students where they are, from day one.
- Focus on experience, belonging, and emotional connection
- Tools for engagement, community-building, and ongoing support
🅱️ Scaling Global Partnerships Through Technology
Global partnerships are evolving—and so are the systems behind them. Discover how platforms, dashboards, and data sharing tools can build trust, transparency, and scale across borders.
- Platforms and data infrastructure to manage cross-border collaboration
- Building trust and transparency with tech
Key Takeaway (both): Technology as an enabler of stronger, more inclusive internationalization strategy.
2:35 p.m. – 3:20 p.m. | The Ethics of Global EdTech
Innovation without intention can create harm. This session addresses the ethical tensions of edtech in international education—from algorithmic bias to digital accessibility—and offers a framework for building more equitable tools.
- Who gets left behind?
- Balancing innovation with accessibility, inclusion, and ethics
- Navigating AI bias, data protection, and platform overreach
Key Takeaway: A critical discussion on building responsibly in the global education space.
3:20 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. | Coffee & Final Networking Break
3:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Closing Plenary: What’s Next for Global Ed + Tech
Where do we go from here? This forward-looking session unites institutional leaders, edtech founders, and cross-sector thinkers to envision a future where global learning is digitally enabled, ethically grounded, and equitably scaled.
- Action steps to carry forward
- What global learning leaders, edtech developers, and institutions must co-design next
- Shared vision: Technology as a force multiplier for inclusion and impact
Key Takeaway: A call to action for aligned, ethical, and scalable innovation in global education.
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Reception & Reflection
Unstructured networking + optional whiteboard stations for “what we want to build next.”
2025 GETS Registration Rates
May - August 8
August 9 - September 26
September 27 - October 28
Institutions are able to sponsor registration for their students or students are welcome to purchase their own registration independent of an institution. Registration fees differ for participants from a member or non-member institution (see table below). If you are unsure if your institution is a DA Global Access Network member, please contact us or check out a list of our members here.
Please note that accommodation and travel costs is not included in registration fees and participants will be responsible for their own costs. Participants may take advantage of the special nightly rate at the Minneapolis Renaissance Hotel, The Depot by booking through our booking link.