There are many ways to add some fun to your professional development at the ASHA Convention—relax and connect with colleagues and friends at these social events.  

Some events may require tickets (as noted); tickets may be purchased or reserved through registration.

Special Interest Group Open House and Networking Meetings

Each of ASHA's 20 SIGs will be hosting a social gathering for professional networking in the SIG’s topic area(s). Hear updates about what the SIGs have accomplished in the last year and enjoy some refreshments. These free events are open to all current SIG affiliates and anyone else who would like to meet SIG volunteers, ask questions about the SIGs, and share ideas. The complete schedule of SIG Open House and Networking Meetings is available on the ASHA website. The list of SIG Open House and Networking Meetings and their locations will be available through the Program Planner and ASHA Convention mobile app in November.

Wednesday, November 15

Welcome Reception
4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, Exhibit Hall A

Join us in the Exhibit Hall to catch up with friends and colleagues and mingle with exhibitors. This event provides dedicated time to check out the exhibiting companies and socialize before sessions begin on Thursday. Light refreshments will be available. The Welcome Reception is open to all full registrants. Sponsored by Powerback Rehab.

First-Timers' Welcome
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, 156ABC

Is this your first ASHA Convention? Come to this popular gathering to get an overview of our annual event and to preview programs and activities slated for the next three days. You'll have an opportunity to meet the ASHA president and Convention co-chairs, as well as other ASHA staff and volunteer representatives who can provide answers and guidance for your first ASHA Convention. The First-Timers' Welcome is also a great opportunity to connect with others attending for the first time. Enjoy light refreshments.

ASHA-PAC Reception (Ticketed)
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Omni, Contemporary

Please join the ASHA Political Action Committee Board in honoring our 2023 ASHA-PAC Excellence in Advocacy Honorees, Tommy Evand and Sandy Reams, at the ASHA-PAC Reception. This special event benefits the ASHA-PAC, which serves as the political voice of the audiology and speech-language pathology professions on Capitol Hill. Tickets are available through registration only to ASHA members for a contribution or may be purchased (as available) at the door.

Thursday, November 16

International Reception
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Omni, Momentum South/East Prefunction

Welcome, international participants! Please join ASHA leadership and international staff for the annual International Reception and enjoy networking and mingling with your colleagues from around the world. Your international colleagues look forward to meeting you! Cash bar. No RSVP is needed.

ASHFoundation Awards and Fundraiser Reception (Ticketed)
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Artists for Humanity
100 W. 2nd St.
Boston, MA 02127

Join the ASHFoundation at Artists for Humanity for an evening of elegance, charitable endeavors, and entertainment as we celebrate this year's cohort of award recipients!

Indulge in heavy hors d'oeuvres, engage in a spirited silent auction (bidding on exclusive treasures from far-flung corners of the globe), and enjoy the enchanting music-filled ambiance. It will be a night to foster connections and conversations aswell as raise our glasses to toast our awardees and their valuable contributions to the discipline. Feel free to wear your top-hats and tiaras, and your “Regency Era” dancing shoes!

Tickets are nonrefundable and may be purchased through Registration as supplies last. Proceeds support the ASHFoundation's innovation mission to change people's lives.

 

Multicultural Concerns Collective (MC2)
8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Omni, Ensemble South/East Prefunction

Join us for this lively and enlightening networking reception. You'll have an opportunity to connect with members of the Multicultural Issues Board, colleagues from the Multicultural Constituency Groups, and participants in this year's Minority Student Leadership Program. Sponsored by Presence and Stepping Stones Group.

NSSLHA Awards and Celebration
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
District Hall Boston
75 Northern Ave.
Boston, MA 02210

Join us as we celebrate the 2022–2023 NSSLHA Honors awardees. Enjoy light refreshments and beverages as we celebrate students, chapters, and advisors at this free event. NSSLHA's Awards & Celebration is brought to you by The Stepping Stones Group and AMN Healthcare/Med Travelers. District Hall Boston is our gracious facility sponsor.

Friday, November 17

ASHA Leadership Q&A: A Membership Chat With the Board
9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, Hall C, NSSLHA Stage

The ASHA Leadership Q&A: A Membership Chat With the Board, formerly the ASHA Member Forum, provides an opportunity for you to meet with the ASHA Board of Directors and staff to learn about organization objectives and initiatives. You are also invited to offer feedback on the direction and activities of the Association. Come to the Leadership Q&A with your questions, concerns, and ideas.

Audiology and Hearing-Related SIGnificant Luncheon
11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, Room 52A

Learn about ASHA Special Interest Groups (SIGs) and meet new colleagues at this luncheon sponsored by Hamilton CapTel, Interacoustics, and Oticon. Seating will be limited, so plan to arrive early!

"Hear, Here!" Audiology Open House
8:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Omni, Ensemble South/East Prefunction

Following the Awards Ceremony, all audiologists and audiology students attending the ASHA Convention are invited to this free reception sponsored by Duearity, Educational Audiology Association, Hamilton CapTel, HearingLife, Oticon, ReSound, Sound Scouts, and Starkey. Enjoy light appetizers while mingling with your peers.

Open Houses (Academic and Affiliated Organizations)
8:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Various Locations

Many colleges and universities, and affiliated organizations, traditionally hold open houses following the Awards Ceremony on Friday evening. Affiliate groups may request function space for receptions or open houses. The list of open houses and their locations will be available through the Program Planner and ASHA Convention mobile app in November.