AGENDA

Tuesday, January 26, 2027
Arrivals
Vehicle rental is done at the airport if the participant will be driving.		Delegates arrive in Belize (PGIA) and stay in Belize City, Belmpan, San Ignacio, Succotz or Benque

Pickup arrangements from airport for COBEC Conference participants are possible. Please contact Ms. Erianna Gamez via email at egamez@shc.edu.bz.
Wednesday, January 27, 2027
TimeDescriptionLocation
9:00 AM – 2:00 PMCOBEC Fair 2026

College Fair 2026 by COBEC partners.		The University of Belize Gymnasium,
Belmopan Campus
9:00 AM – 3:00 PMWorkshop 1
Mental Health, Workplace Well-Being and Professionalism (Time Management)

Facilitated by: Dr Krischta DeGuerre and Ms Janine Cayetano, Galen University.		The University of Belize Auditorium,
Belmopan Campus
Workshop 2
AI Integration, Ethics and Guardrails

Facilitated by: Leroy Jones SHJC, Yanira Oliveras UT TYLER, and Dr Aguilar Galen.
The University of Belize Auditorium,
Belmopan Campus
Workshop 3
Inclusive Education, Special Needs and Accessibility

Facilitated by: Dr. Hundley, Campbellsville.		The University of Belize Auditorium,
Belmopan Campus
Workshop 4
Establishing a Research Culture at ATLIB Institutions: Possibilities and Perils

Facilitated by: Dr. Joyanne De Four-Babb, University of Belize.
6:00 PM – 8:30 PMWelcome Reception
Networking and socializing. Light snacks and drinks.		TBA
Thursday, January 28, 2027
7:00 AM – 7:30 AMPickup from Hotels
7:30 AM – 9:00 AMBreakfast and Registration
https://maps.app.goo.gl/VqY7ffG1inpRH41t6		San Jose Succotz Multipurpose Cultural Center
9:00 AM – 11:00 AMOpening Ceremony

  • Masters of Ceremony – Javier Gutierrez and Shary Medina

  • National Anthems - USA and Belize National Anthem

  • Invocation – Fr. Shajir Pech

  • Welcome Address – Dr. Berta Cambranes

  • Official Welcome – Co-chairs: Dr. Vincent Palacio, Belize and Mr. Steven Guns, USA

  • Welcome to San Ignacio – Earl Trapp (Mayor)

  • Western Greetings – Local Minister(s)

  • Keynote Address 1 – Guest of Honor 1

  • Keynote Address 1 – Guest of Honor 2

    Message on the theme:

    “Building Partnerships, Expanding Opportunities, and Celebrating Educational Excellence”


  • Vote of Thanks – Fermin Magaña

San Jose Succotz Multipurpose Cultural Center
11:00 AM – 11:15 AMCoffee Break
11:15 AM – 11:45 AMPanel Discussion on the theme:

“Where is COBEC heading?”

Moderator of the Panel Discussion:
TBA

  • Dr. Cynthia Eve Aird, Provost, Galen University

  • Mr. Adrian G. Leiva, Dean of Muffles Junior College

  • Steven Guns, Director of Education Abroad, Murray State University

  • Dr. Carly Womack-Wynne, Professor in the College of Education at the University of North Georgia

San Jose Succotz Multipurpose Cultural Center
11:45 AM – 12:00PMWrap-Up and Question and Answer Segment TBASan Jose Succotz Multipurpose Cultural Center
12:00 PM – 1:15 PMNetworking Lunch
Theme to Discuss:
“Improving Student Support Systems to Expand Opportunities and Celebrate Educational Excellence”
1:15 PM – 2:00 PMStudent Engagement Strategies,
Dr. Vincent Palacio, UB President or Designate		San Jose Succotz Multipurpose Cultural Center
2:00 PM – 2:15 PMTestimonials of COBEC Graduates,
TBA
2:15 PM – 3:00 PMPersistence and Retention,
Dr. Vincent Palacio, UB President or Designate
3:00 PM – 3:30 PMCall for Collaboration
TBA
3:30 PM – 4:00 PMCall to Action
TBA
6:30 PM – 7:00 PMPickup from Hotels
7:00 PM – 9:30 PMSocial Gala and Cultural EventTBA
Friday, January 29, 2027
8:00 AM – 8:30 AMPickup from Hotels
8:30 AM – 9:00 AMBreakfast and RegistrationSan Jose Succotz Multipurpose Cultural Center
9:00 AM – 10:00 AMCOBEC Subcommittees Meetings
10:00 AM – 12:00 PMCOBEC Business Meeting

  • Welcome and Greetings

  • Call to order – Executive Members

  • Acceptance of Agenda

  • Acceptance of Minutes

  • Matters Arising

  • Reports by Officers: Secretary, Treasurer

  • Report by Subcommittees

  • Emeritus Nominations

  • Membership Applications

  • Any Other Business

  • Venues for next COBEC Conferences
12:00 PM – 1:00 PMNetworking LunchBenny’s Kitchen
1:00 PM – 3:00 PMTour and visit of Xunantunich, ancient Maya archaeological site courtesy of SHJC
Saturday, January 30, 2027
8:00 AM – 3:00 PMOptional
COBEC Trip to the Maya Mountains and Caracol		US $50.00
Breakfast and Lunch Included

REGISTRATION FORM

Name
Dietary Restrictions
Will you need airport pickup and drop off?
Will you participate in the optional trip to the Maya Mountains and Caracol on Saturday?
Will you need hotel pickup and drop off?

Fee:

US COBEC Members - USD $150.00
BZ COBEC Members - BZD $150.00
ICPEL Members - USD $200.00

Payment deadline: December 4th, 2026

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