2026
NUBS | CUBS
National Undergraduate Business Symposium
Career Undergraduate Business Symposium
Well-Being in Practice
Leading with Intentionality for Organizational and Student Success
The Eller College of Management is so excited to welcome you all to sunny Southern Arizona for this years National Undergraduate Business Symposium and Career Undergraduate Business Symposium.
Each year these symposiums bring together academic practitioners from America’s leading business schools to discuss challenges, opportunities, and best practices in the areas of undergraduate programs and academic support tailored to business schools.
We hope you will join us in continuing to explore insights and innovation within undergraduate business education and get a taste of our "Eller Experience".
CUBS: March 24 - March 25, 2026 | NUBS: March 25 - March 27, 2026
Please click into the headers below to get registered, submit a proposal and get information on all your traveling needs.
Registration link will go live in January 2026
Registration Deadline: Friday, March 6, 2026 @ 11:59 PM
Registration Fee:
- CUBS - $250
- NUBS - $300
- NUBS & CUBS - $500
*Each University is limited to 2 guests for NUBS and 1 guest for CUBS, please reach out to Meghan Welsh (meghanwelsh@arizona.edu) if you would like to request additional seats at the conference.
SUMBIT YOUR PROPOSAL
Submission Deadline: Friday, February 20, 2026 @ 11:59 PM
We’re excited to invite you to share your expertise by submitting a proposal to speak at our upcoming symposium. This is a great opportunity to present your ideas, research, or case studies to the group. If you have insights, innovations, or experiences that could help inspire others, we encourage you to apply and help shape the conversation at this year’s event. We’ll reach out to confirm the selection of proposals shortly after the submission deadline.
While this year's headline theme "Well-Being in Practice: Leading with Intentionality for Organizational and Student Success" can help to shape your presentation topics, please note we will except proposals on topics outside of this area as well.
We have a room block at the Tucson Marriott University Park location, that all guests are welcome to utilize. Follow the link below to get your room booked.
Click Here for Room Block Reservation for Tucson Marriott
| ROOM BLOCK LODGING | ADDRESS | PHONE | PROXIMITY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tucson Marriott University Park | 880 E 2nd St, Tucson, AZ 85719 | (520) 792-4100 | Located on the perimeter of campus, with accessible sidewalks. Less than a mile from Eller (.05 mile) |
If you would like to go outside of the hotel block, there are many hotel options, particularly in downtown Tucson that you can book.
Below are just a few options for your reference:
| ADDITIONAL LODGING | ADDRESS | PHONE | PROXIMITY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aloft Tucson University | 1900 E Speedway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85719 | (520) 908-6800 | Located on the outskirts of campus, with accessible sidewalks. Less than a mile from Eller (.08 mile) - Does require the crossing of a major street intersection. |
| Graduate by Hilton Tucson | 930 E 2nd St, Tucson, AZ 85719 | (520) 467-5900 | Located directly next door to Tucson Marriott University Park. On the perimeter of campus, with accessible sidewalks. Less than a mile from Eller (.05 mile) |
| Hampton Inn / Home2 Suites by Hilton Downtown Tucson | 141 S Stone Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701 | (520) 274-7400 | Located in Downtown Tucson, 2.3 miles from the University, there is Sun Link Streetcar access 0.3 miles from the hotel. |
| The Leo Kent Hotel | 1 S Church Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701 | (520) 549-5330 | Located in Downtown Tucson, 2.2 miles from the University there is easy Sun Link Streetcar access, with a pickup stop across the street from the lobby of the hotel. |
Airports
The nearest airport to University of Arizona is the Tucson International Airport. The airport is just under 10 miles from the University (about a 20-25 minute drive) and serviced by most major carriers.
Ground transportation from the Tucson International Airport
Options include Taxi, Rideshare or rental car.
The next closet airport is the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. This airport is just over 100 miles from the University (about a 2 hour drive).
The University of Arizona campus is quite easy to get around whether you are a pedestrian, driving or utilizing public transportation/ride share options.
Sun Link Streetcar: There are several Sun Link Streetcar stops throughout campus and downtown Tucson. All transit rides are free.
Below are parking options for those that well be renting a car:
- Parking Garages: Park Avenue Garage (1140 N Park Ave, Tucson, AZ 85721) is directly next to the Eller College of Management. It is open to visitors but there is a cost associated with it. $2 hour, $16 Daily Rate Max
- Surface Lot: Zone 1 Surface Lot is directly across from Eller and has a handful of "pay by phone" spots located at the front of the parking lot. Utilize Passport Mobile app for reservation and payment. Watch this 30-second how-to video to learn how to use the Passport Mobile app.
We encourage you to explore everything Tucson has to offer during your stay! From vibrant arts and culture to stunning desert landscapes and incredible dining, there’s something for everyone. Check out the Visit Tucson website through the link below to start planning your trip and make the most of your time in our unique and welcoming city.
VISIT TUCSON
If you have the time to make a weekend out of your stay, there is also a plethora of things to do within the state of Arizona as a whole. See the Visit Arizona website through the link below to get better insight on things you can do within the state.
VISIT ARIZONA
Schedule
| Tuesday, March 24, 2026 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Time | Event | Location |
| 4:00PM - 5:00PM | Eller / Campus Tour (optional) | McClelland Hall/ UofA |
| 5:30PM - 7:00PM | Check In/Welcome Dinner | El Charro Downtown Patio |
| Wednesday, March 25, 2026 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Time | Event | Location |
| 8:00AM - 9:00AM | Breakfast & Welcome Remarks | 2nd Floor Patio |
| 9:00AM - 12:00PM | Sessions | 201 A/B |
| 12:00PM -1:00PM | Lunch | 208 Gallery |
| 1:00PM - 3:30PM | Sessions | 201 A/B |
| 3:30PM - 4:00PM | Closing Remarks | 201 A/B |
| 5:30PM - 6:30PM | Joint Cocktails/Networking | Dunlap Room & Terrace |
| 6:30PM - 7:30PM | Joint Dinner | Dunlap Room & Terrace |
| Wednesday, March 25, 2026 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Time | Event | Location |
| 4:00PM - 5:00PM | Eller/Campus Tour (optional) | McClelland Hall/ U of A |
| 5:30PM - 6:30PM | Check In / Joint Cocktails/Networking | Dunlap Room & Terrace |
| 6:30PM - 7:30PM | Joint Dinner | Dunlap Room & Terrace |
| Thursday, March 26, 2026 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Time | Event | Location |
| 8:00AM - 9:00AM | Breakfast & Morning Announcements | 2nd Floor Patio |
| 9:00AM - 12:00PM | Sessions | 201 A/B |
| 12:00PM -1:00PM | Lunch | TBD |
| 1:00PM - 4:00PM | Sessions | 201 A/B |
| 5:00PM -7:00PM | Dinner | Corbett's (There will be pickleball available for guests to play, if interested) |
| Friday, March 27, 2026 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Time | Event | Location |
| 8:00AM - 9:00AM | Breakfast & Morning Announcements | 2nd Floor Patio |
| 9:00AM - 11:00AM | Sessions | 201 A/B |
| 11:00AM - 12:00PM | Business Meeting | 201 A/B |
| 12:00PM - 12:15 PM | Closing Remarks | 201 A/B |
| 12:15PM - 1:00PM | Lunch (boxed to go) *We will have space available in the building until 2pm for attendees to stay and mingle. | TBD |