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High Level Symposium Program
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Pre-Symposium Important Dates
| Pre-Event | Date* | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Deadline for Lakehouse Resort Discount Reservation | 5/15/2025 | If there are any discounted rooms left by this date, last day to book with a discount! |
| PowerPoint Presentations due from Presenters | 5/16/2025 11:59pm | If you are presenting at the Symposium, you must submit your presentation to us no later than this date if you want your presentation pre-loaded when you arrive. If you do not submit your presentation by this date or wish to make changes to your presentation after this date, you must be prepared with your own presentation (via flash drive). |
Symposium Agenda
| National Symposium for Academic Palliative Care Education and Research | Monday, June 2 Tuesday, June 3, 2025 |
Join us at the California State University San Marcos Campus for our annual National Symposium |
| Event | Monday, June 2* |
Description
(Shuttle service available from Lakehouse Resort to/from USU Ballroom, refer to Detailed Agenda) |
|---|---|---|
| Continental Breakfast (USU Amphitheater) |
7:30am-8:30am |
Start your day with a delicious continental breakfast to energize you for Day 1 of the Symposium! |
| Welcome Remarks (USU Ballroom) |
8:30am-9:00am | Kick off the symposium with inspiring welcome remarks from our esteemed conference MC, Sharon B. Hamill, Executive Director of the CSU Shiley Haynes Institute for Palliative Care, setting the tone for a day of insightful discussions and networking. |
| Plenary Speaker (USU Ballroom) |
9:00am-10:15am | Justin Nathanial Baker, MD, FAAP, FAAHPM |
| Break (USU Ballroom) |
10:15am-10:30am | Coffee/Tea provided |
| Breakout Sessions 1 (Breakout Rooms) |
10:30am-11:30pm | Engage in our first breakout session of the day, designed to foster collaboration and innovation in academic palliative care education and research. |
| Lunch & Special Interest Tables (USU Amphitheater) |
11:30pm-12:45pm | Join us for lunch and explore special interest tables where you can connect with peers who share your specific interests and challenges. |
| Breakout Sessions 2 (Breakout Rooms) |
12:45pm-1:45pm | Engage in our afternoon breakout sessions designed to foster collaboration and innovation in academic palliative care education and research. |
| Break (USU Ballroom) |
1:45pm-2:00pm | Coffee/Tea provided |
| Breakout Sessions 3 (Breakout Rooms) |
2:00pm-3:00pm | |
| Coffee Break & Special Interest Tables (USU Ballroom) |
3:00pm-3:45pm | Take a refreshing coffee break and revisit special interest tables to network and discuss the symposium topics thus far. |
| Plenary Speaker (USU Ballroom) |
3:45pm-5:00pm | Tamara Baker, MA, PhD, FGSA |
| Closing Remarks (USU Ballroom) |
5:00pm-5:30pm | We’ll close the day by thanking everyone for their insights, enthusiasm, and collaboration, which we know will make this conference a truly meaningful experience. We’ll also share a preview of what’s to come as we continue the conversation in the days ahead. |
| Welcome Reception (Forum Plaza, directional signs will be posted) |
500pm-7:00pm | Please join us for a warm welcome reception, an excellent opportunity to unwind, network, and build lasting connections with colleagues. |
| Event | Tuesday, June 3* |
Description
(Shuttle service available from Lakehouse Resort to/from USU Ballroom, refer to Detailed Agenda) |
| Chair Yoga (Breakout Room C) |
7:15am-8:00am | Start your day with a relaxing chair yoga session to rejuvenate your mind and body, preparing you for a day of learning and engagement. |
| Continental Breakfast (USU Amphitheater) |
7:30am-8:30am | Start your day with a delicious continental breakfast to energize you for Day 2 of the Symposium! |
| Welcome Remarks (USU Ballroom) |
8:30am-9:00am | Start your day with a delicious continental breakfast to energize you for Day 2 of the Symposium! |
| Plenary Speaker (USU Ballroom) |
9:00am-10:15am | Mary Lynn McPherson, PharmD, PhD, MDE, BCPS, FAAHPM |
| Break (USU Ballroom) |
10:15am-10:30am | Coffee/Tea provided |
| Breakout Sessions 1 (Breakout Rooms) |
10:30am-11:30pm | Engage in the first breakout session of the day, designed to foster collaboration and innovation in academic palliative care education and research. |
| Lunch & Poster Session (USU Amphitheater) |
11:30pm-12:45pm | Enjoy lunch while exploring poster sessions that showcase cutting-edge research and innovative projects in palliative care. |
| Breakout Sessions 2 (Breakout Rooms) |
12:45pm-1:45pm | |
| Break (USU Ballroom) |
1:45pm-2:00pm | Coffee/Tea provided |
| Breakout Sessions 3 (Breakout Rooms) |
2:00pm-3:00pm | Engage in the last breakout sessions of the day, designed to foster collaboration and innovation in academic palliative care education and research. |
| Coffee & Dessert Break (USU Amphitheater) |
3:00pm-3:15pm | Indulge in a delightful coffee and dessert break, providing a perfect opportunity to relax and network with fellow attendees. |
| Plenary Speaker (USU Ballroom) |
3:15pm-4:30pm | Edward Penate, DMin, BCC |
| Closing Remarks (USU Ballroom) |
4:30pm-5:00pm | Conclude the symposium with thoughtful closing remarks from our MC that reflect on the key takeaways and future directions in palliative care. |
| Dine in North City (North City) |
5:00pm-7:30pm | Just a short walk from the USU Ballroom, North City offers a vibrant array of dining options—from local farm-to-table eateries to global cuisines—perfect for any craving, with a shuttle bus returning to the hotel from North City at 7:30 PM. |
| Event |
Wednesday June 4* |
Description |
| Continental Breakfast (TBD) |
7:00am-8am | Start your day with a delicious continental breakfast to energize you for the morning workshops. |
| Morning Workshops (TBD) |
8am-11am | Participate in interactive morning workshops that offer hands-on learning experiences and practical insights into palliative care education and research. |
| Lunch (USU Rooftop Patio) |
11:00pm-12:00pm | Enjoy a convenient and tasty box lunch, providing a perfect opportunity to refuel and network with fellow attendees before diving into the afternoon workshops. |
| Afternoon Workshops (TBD) |
12pm-2pm | Continue your learning journey with afternoon workshops that delve deeper into specialized topics and advanced practices in palliative care. |
*Dates & Times are subject to change
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