Alabama Communication Association
Auburn University
Saturday, July 25, 2026
Our 16th annual conference will be held at Auburn University on Saturday, July 25, 2025. The conference will be held in the Edward L. and Catherine K. Lowder Business Building (405 W Magnolia Ave, Auburn, AL 36849). A draft of the conference program will be posted by early July.
Registration
- Conference registration is now open! Individuals who register AND pay by Wednesday, July 8, 2026, will receive a lunch pass for the conference. Please note that lunch will not be provided to individuals who register after July 8. To register, complete the following steps:
- Complete the Registration Form
- Pay the Membership & Registration Fee via Square Online
Hotel Information
We have courtesy blocks at two hotels walking distance from Lowder Hall where we are holding the conference.
- Graduate by Hilton (Conference Rate) (0. 3 miles. About an 8-minute walk)
- A block of 10 rooms, with arrival on July 24 and departure on July 26, at a special nightly rate of $199.00 (usually $265).
- Pet-friendly accommodations
- Rate available until June 8
- Complimentary bike rentals
- 24/7 fitness center featuring Peloton bikes
- Free Wi-Fi
- AC Hotel by Marriot (Conference Rate) (0.7 miles. About 4 minutes or a 16-minute walk)
- A block of 10 rooms, with arrival on July 24 and departure on July 26, at a special nightly rate of $179.00 (usually $229).
- 146 Gay Street (Downtown Auburn)
- Rate available until July 1
- Free Wifi (Free Marriott Bonvoy Membership required)
- Free coffee and tea in lobby
- Other Suggested Options
- All rates shown (current May 26, 2026) are from the hotel websites and were based on being able to cancel the reservation. Lower rates are typically available without cancelation options, or with AAA discounts, etc. There is parking at Lowder Hall where the conference is being held.
- Rates are average nightly rates for July 24-July 26
- TownePlace by Marriot Suites (2.2 miles. About 6 minutes)
- 1117 South College Street
- $179 per night average. Studio King and Sofa Bed
- Free WiFi (Free Marriott Bonvoy Membership required)
- Free continental breakfast
- stayAPT Suites Auburn (3.1 miles. About 8 minutes)
- 1656 S. College Street
- $149 per night average. Multiple configurations available at that price.
- Apartment style hotel. Full size kitchen and separate bedroom.
- Free WiFi
- Avid Hotels Auburn – University Area (3.6 miles. About 8 minutes)
- 2082 S. College Street
- $161 per night average. King size bed.
- Free WiFi
- Free breakfast