ICMA 2026

ICMA 2026

Bookmark this page for information on SPAA's activities during the International City/County Management Association Annual Conference in Long Beach, CA! Details on the KUCIMAT reception (in person and virtual), Eldon Fields Colloquium, and more will be posted here as they come available.

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KUCIMAT Alumni Reception

We look forward to you joining us for the 2026 KUCIMAT alumni reception at the ICMA Annual Conference in Long Beach, CA on Sunday, October 18th, 2026 from 6pm - 9pm. This year, we will meet at The Reef On The Water for an evening filled with networking, laughter, and meaningful programming to celebrate our fellow alumni and their accomplishments. The early-bird cost to attend is $100, which includes a full dinner and two drink tickets. This rate lasts through Sept. 1, after which it will increase to $125. Intentional programming will include presentation of the award recipients, recognition of the KUCIMAT board (new and outgoing members), an introduction to the Class of 2028, and updates from the Class of 2027, as well as updates from the School of Public Affairs and Administration.
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Presenting at ICMA?

Are you presenting at ICMA? We'd love to highlight your session in the condensed ICMA schedule we make for our SPAA alumni and hand out at our table in the conference center.
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SPAA friends and alumni presenting at ICMA

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DayTimeSessionPresenter
Monday, October 191:15-2:15 pmEldon Fields Colloquium: The Evolving Responsibilities of the Public Service ProfessionalBrian Nakamura (Kipp Professor of the Practice)
Monday, October 197:30-9:30 pmCivicPRIDE Mixer at ICMA at Hamburger Mary'sAll Aboard! CivicPRIDE Mixer at ICMA 
Tuesday, October 208:15-10:15 amShifting Democratic Norms and Public Trust: A Discussion and Toolkit
  • Chris Koliba (Edwin O. Stene Distinguished Professor)
  • Kate Nygren (PMC Associate Director, Education Programs)
  • Noel Rasor (Assistant Director, Curriculum)
Tuesday, October 2012:45-2:45 pmPreparing and Equipping “burn-out-resistant” Civic LeadersKristi Northcutt (PMC Director)
Tuesday, October 201:30-2:30 pmLeadership Begins with Belonging: Helping Emerging Leaders Find Their Voice in Local GovernmentLogan Masenthin (MPA 2018 & KUCIMAT Board President)

KUCIMAT Alumni Reception Sponsors 2026View as gallery page