Reception & Ignite Talks: Friday, April 10, 2026
Conference: Saturday, April 11, 2026

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Making a Difference

How the Ohio Regional Campuses change the lives of their students and local communities, and how they play an integral role in the mission and success of their universities.
 

Conference Chairs

Joe Cavanaugh 
joseph.cavanaugh@wright.edu

Diane Huelskamp
diane.huelskamp@wright.edu
 

Conference Location

Wright State University – Lake Campus
Celina, Ohio
 

Keynote Speaker

Rooted and Rising: How Regional Campuses Change Lives

Andrea Faber, Ph.D.
Vice Provost and Chief Administrative Officer
Wright State University–Lake Campus

Dr. Faber explores how regional campuses expand access to higher education while strengthening the communities they serve. Drawing on experiences from Wright State University Lake Campus, the talk highlights how proximity, affordability, and personal relationships help students succeed. The presentation underscores the powerful role regional campuses play in building confidence, developing workforce talent, and serving as the front door of opportunity for their regions.

Appointed in February 2022, Andrea Faber, Ph.D., is the vice provost and chief administrative officer of Wright State University–Lake Campus. She is responsible for overseeing the daily business operations and academic mission of Lake Campus, as well as developing, nurturing, and enhancing key community partnerships.