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DET/CHE 40|2025

Palm Springs

Join us in December!

CONFERENCE LOCATION

Omni rancho las palmas
Rancho Mirage, CA

WHEN

Tuesday, 12/2/2025 to Friday, 12/5/2025

DET/CHE Annual Conference

DET/CHE is a vibrant organization dedicated to empowering professionals through continuous growth and development. It serves as a unifying force, connecting public and private colleges and universities across California. By fostering collaboration, DET/CHE inspires innovation in instructional technology, multimedia, and open learning. Members come together to share transformative ideas and lead the way in shaping the future of education. Through its dynamic community, DET/CHE drives meaningful progress in higher learning.

Join visionaries, innovators, and change-makers across California’s higher education systems to share bold ideas, breakthrough research, and transformative practices at our 40th annual conference.

Registration is now open!

Come celebrate 40 years of people, progress and possibility with us in Palm Springs

Learn

Gain fresh perspectives on the latest higher ed tech trends through insights shared by your community peers.

Network

Network and grow together through meaningful connections and shared opportunities within your community.

Discover

Explore the latest innovations in higher education technology, presented in partnership with our corporate sponsors.

DETCHE 39 Presentation
Monterey Banquet
DETCHE 39 Sponsors

Conference Schedule

Conference Schedule

The preliminary schedule for DET/CHE 40, taking place December 2–5 in Palm Springs, is now available for review. This schedule provides an initial overview of the sessions, activities, and events planned for the conference. Please note that the schedule is subject to updates as the conference approaches, and we encourage you to check back regularly for the most current information. We look forward to welcoming you to Palm Springs for this important gathering.

DET/CHE Corporate Sponsors

We extend our sincere appreciation to the generous sponsors who help make the DET/CHE 40 Conference possible. Their partnership supports our mission to advance innovation, collaboration, and professional growth across California’s community colleges.

We are proud to recognize these outstanding organizations for their continued commitment to educational excellence and technology leadership.

Learn more about our sponsors on the DET/CHE 40 Sponsors page 

Our Ruby Sponsor

Platinum and Gold Sponsors
DET/CHE 40 Silver Sponsors

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