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2026 Big 10 Violence Prevention Gathering
June 29–30, 2026

2026 Big 10 Violence Prevention Gathering

The Big 10 Violence Prevention Gathering is open to Big 10 staff working in alcohol, tobacco, and other drug prevention and recovery; violence prevention; and victim/survivor support.

  • Where: University of Wisconsin–Madison, Memorial Union (800 Langdon Street, Madison WI 53706)  
  • When: Monday, June 29 and Tuesday, June 30, 2026 (pre-conference social activities to be hosted the evening of Sunday, June 28) 
  • Cost: There is no cost to register. Participants are responsible for their own travel and lodging costs. Some meals will be provided (details coming soon). 
  • Schedule: To be announced.
  • Registration Deadline: June 5, 2026 (link coming soon!) 
  • Call for Proposals: Released January 2026; deadline in February 2026.

Contact Information

Sam Bowen
Assistant Director for Violence Prevention
Email: samantha.bowen@wisc.edu
Phone: 608-890-0130 

Jenny Damask
Assistant Director for High-Risk Drinking Prevention
Email: jenny.damask@wisc.edu
Phone: 609-265-4901 

Lodging and Travel Information

The Graduate Hotel 

5-minute walk from conference venue

  • $199/ night + taxes and fees; 20 rooms available (booking link)
  • $131/night state rate + taxes and fees; 10 rooms available (booking link coming soon)
  • Parking available for $20/night 

Book by May 29  

Double Tree by Hilton 

11-minute walk from conference venue

  • $169/night + taxes and fees; 20 rooms available (booking link)
    $131/night state rate + taxes and fees; 10 rooms available (booking link)
  • Parking available for $20/night

Book by June 7 

Reduced Rate Option 

Coming Soon

Check back for a reduced rate residence hall lodging option.