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We are thrilled to announce three new Featured Sessions in the SXSW EDU 2026 lineup!
These sessions explore what it takes to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
ow.ly/Wbfn50XWPQv
These sessions explore what it takes to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
ow.ly/Wbfn50XWPQv
Grab your popcorn 🍿 the #SXSWEDU 2026 Film Program lineup is here!
Explore the expanded Film Program, featuring 8 short films alongside 11 feature-length films, and, for the first time, 13 student-made films.
Plus, explore the full Performance Series lineup!
Dive in: https://ow.ly/uWS450YcW5J
Explore the expanded Film Program, featuring 8 short films alongside 11 feature-length films, and, for the first time, 13 student-made films.
Plus, explore the full Performance Series lineup!
Dive in: https://ow.ly/uWS450YcW5J
February 11, 2026 at 5:27 PM
Grab your popcorn 🍿 the #SXSWEDU 2026 Film Program lineup is here!
Explore the expanded Film Program, featuring 8 short films alongside 11 feature-length films, and, for the first time, 13 student-made films.
Plus, explore the full Performance Series lineup!
Dive in: https://ow.ly/uWS450YcW5J
Explore the expanded Film Program, featuring 8 short films alongside 11 feature-length films, and, for the first time, 13 student-made films.
Plus, explore the full Performance Series lineup!
Dive in: https://ow.ly/uWS450YcW5J
Mic check! 🎙️ The full Podcast Stage lineup is here! Sixteen podcasts will take the stage and record live episodes in front of an audience tackling topics from how to lead with intention in higher education to strategies for sustaining heritage languages.
Tune in: https://ow.ly/188H50Y53M6
Tune in: https://ow.ly/188H50Y53M6
January 28, 2026 at 7:54 PM
Mic check! 🎙️ The full Podcast Stage lineup is here! Sixteen podcasts will take the stage and record live episodes in front of an audience tackling topics from how to lead with intention in higher education to strategies for sustaining heritage languages.
Tune in: https://ow.ly/188H50Y53M6
Tune in: https://ow.ly/188H50Y53M6
We are thrilled to announce a new #SXSWEDU Keynote prioritize student mental health in a tech-driven world.
Plus, the newest Launch Startup Competition judge, presented by Walton Family Foundation over 50+ new mentors, and more.
https://ow.ly/vKBn50Y4ZzU
Plus, the newest Launch Startup Competition judge, presented by Walton Family Foundation over 50+ new mentors, and more.
https://ow.ly/vKBn50Y4ZzU
January 28, 2026 at 5:56 PM
We are thrilled to announce a new #SXSWEDU Keynote prioritize student mental health in a tech-driven world.
Plus, the newest Launch Startup Competition judge, presented by Walton Family Foundation over 50+ new mentors, and more.
https://ow.ly/vKBn50Y4ZzU
Plus, the newest Launch Startup Competition judge, presented by Walton Family Foundation over 50+ new mentors, and more.
https://ow.ly/vKBn50Y4ZzU
Crossover Day is Thursday, March 12!🤝
Experience Keynote & Featured Sessions programmed by SXSW and SXSW EDU, the full #SXSWEDU program, SXSW Innovation Conference sessions, 15+ World Premiers at the SXSW Film & TV Festival, can’t-miss Music Festival showcases, and more.
https://ow.ly/wlnm50Y0NQp
Experience Keynote & Featured Sessions programmed by SXSW and SXSW EDU, the full #SXSWEDU program, SXSW Innovation Conference sessions, 15+ World Premiers at the SXSW Film & TV Festival, can’t-miss Music Festival showcases, and more.
https://ow.ly/wlnm50Y0NQp
January 21, 2026 at 5:43 PM
Crossover Day is Thursday, March 12!🤝
Experience Keynote & Featured Sessions programmed by SXSW and SXSW EDU, the full #SXSWEDU program, SXSW Innovation Conference sessions, 15+ World Premiers at the SXSW Film & TV Festival, can’t-miss Music Festival showcases, and more.
https://ow.ly/wlnm50Y0NQp
Experience Keynote & Featured Sessions programmed by SXSW and SXSW EDU, the full #SXSWEDU program, SXSW Innovation Conference sessions, 15+ World Premiers at the SXSW Film & TV Festival, can’t-miss Music Festival showcases, and more.
https://ow.ly/wlnm50Y0NQp
We are thrilled to announce three new Featured Sessions in the SXSW EDU 2026 lineup!
These sessions explore what it takes to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
ow.ly/Wbfn50XWPQv
These sessions explore what it takes to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
ow.ly/Wbfn50XWPQv
January 14, 2026 at 5:13 PM
We are thrilled to announce three new Featured Sessions in the SXSW EDU 2026 lineup!
These sessions explore what it takes to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
ow.ly/Wbfn50XWPQv
These sessions explore what it takes to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
ow.ly/Wbfn50XWPQv
✨ We are thrilled to announce the finalists, semifinalists, judges, emcees, and more for the #SXSWEDU 2026 Launch Startup Competition, presented by @waltonfamilyfdn.bsky.social Foundation, & Student Impact Challenge, presented by The Allstate Foundation!
Learn more: ow.ly/VNQC50XT3np
Learn more: ow.ly/VNQC50XT3np
January 7, 2026 at 5:18 PM
✨ We are thrilled to announce the finalists, semifinalists, judges, emcees, and more for the #SXSWEDU 2026 Launch Startup Competition, presented by @waltonfamilyfdn.bsky.social Foundation, & Student Impact Challenge, presented by The Allstate Foundation!
Learn more: ow.ly/VNQC50XT3np
Learn more: ow.ly/VNQC50XT3np
Take your student short film to new heights at SXSW EDU 2026! Submit your film to be screened in front of a passionate community through the #SXSWEDU Texas High School Student Short program.
Applications close Monday, December 15. Submit your film now: https://ow.ly/4eKR50XHFgs
Applications close Monday, December 15. Submit your film now: https://ow.ly/4eKR50XHFgs
December 11, 2025 at 9:21 PM
Take your student short film to new heights at SXSW EDU 2026! Submit your film to be screened in front of a passionate community through the #SXSWEDU Texas High School Student Short program.
Applications close Monday, December 15. Submit your film now: https://ow.ly/4eKR50XHFgs
Applications close Monday, December 15. Submit your film now: https://ow.ly/4eKR50XHFgs
We are thrilled to announce the #SXSWEDU Clubhouse taking place at the historic Antone’s! 🤩
From Monday through Wednesday, Antone's will transform into a vibrant home base where attendees can look forward to experiencing daily performances, Keynote livestreams, social events every night, and more.
From Monday through Wednesday, Antone's will transform into a vibrant home base where attendees can look forward to experiencing daily performances, Keynote livestreams, social events every night, and more.
December 10, 2025 at 8:08 PM
We are thrilled to announce the #SXSWEDU Clubhouse taking place at the historic Antone’s! 🤩
From Monday through Wednesday, Antone's will transform into a vibrant home base where attendees can look forward to experiencing daily performances, Keynote livestreams, social events every night, and more.
From Monday through Wednesday, Antone's will transform into a vibrant home base where attendees can look forward to experiencing daily performances, Keynote livestreams, social events every night, and more.
This holiday season, unwrap the gift of a new #SXSWEDU 2026 announcement.
Three new Featured Sessions have joined the lineup, and the Mentor Program added 120+ mentors. Plus, there are 70+ newly announced sessions, 30+ Meet Ups, and an exciting reveal of additional networking opportunities!
Three new Featured Sessions have joined the lineup, and the Mentor Program added 120+ mentors. Plus, there are 70+ newly announced sessions, 30+ Meet Ups, and an exciting reveal of additional networking opportunities!
December 10, 2025 at 5:47 PM
This holiday season, unwrap the gift of a new #SXSWEDU 2026 announcement.
Three new Featured Sessions have joined the lineup, and the Mentor Program added 120+ mentors. Plus, there are 70+ newly announced sessions, 30+ Meet Ups, and an exciting reveal of additional networking opportunities!
Three new Featured Sessions have joined the lineup, and the Mentor Program added 120+ mentors. Plus, there are 70+ newly announced sessions, 30+ Meet Ups, and an exciting reveal of additional networking opportunities!
We are thrilled to announce the first round of Crossover Day programming! Join us on Thursday, March 12 for a full day of discovery as we bring together communities from @sxswedu.com and @sxsw.com
ow.ly/juAj50XAMuS
ow.ly/juAj50XAMuS
December 2, 2025 at 4:31 PM
We are thrilled to announce the first round of Crossover Day programming! Join us on Thursday, March 12 for a full day of discovery as we bring together communities from @sxswedu.com and @sxsw.com
ow.ly/juAj50XAMuS
ow.ly/juAj50XAMuS
Crossover Day is back on Thursday, March 12 for @sxswedu.com and @sxsw.com!
#SXSWEDU attendees will get access to #SXSW Innovation Conference programming, select SXSW Film & TV Festival screenings, and all of the SXSW Music Festival showcases on Thursday.
Learn more: ow.ly/Tyl250XALQ7
#SXSWEDU attendees will get access to #SXSW Innovation Conference programming, select SXSW Film & TV Festival screenings, and all of the SXSW Music Festival showcases on Thursday.
Learn more: ow.ly/Tyl250XALQ7
December 2, 2025 at 4:19 PM
Crossover Day is back on Thursday, March 12 for @sxswedu.com and @sxsw.com!
#SXSWEDU attendees will get access to #SXSW Innovation Conference programming, select SXSW Film & TV Festival screenings, and all of the SXSW Music Festival showcases on Thursday.
Learn more: ow.ly/Tyl250XALQ7
#SXSWEDU attendees will get access to #SXSW Innovation Conference programming, select SXSW Film & TV Festival screenings, and all of the SXSW Music Festival showcases on Thursday.
Learn more: ow.ly/Tyl250XALQ7
Calling all Texas High School filmmakers... Share your short film on the big screen! 🎬 Applications to screen your film in the #SXSWEDU Texas High School Student Shorts program are open now through December 15.
Apply now: ow.ly/E7eo50Xm9rW
Apply now: ow.ly/E7eo50Xm9rW
November 3, 2025 at 10:21 PM
Calling all Texas High School filmmakers... Share your short film on the big screen! 🎬 Applications to screen your film in the #SXSWEDU Texas High School Student Shorts program are open now through December 15.
Apply now: ow.ly/E7eo50Xm9rW
Apply now: ow.ly/E7eo50Xm9rW
Showcase your groundbreaking work at the Launch Competition, presented by Walton Family Foundation! Apply now to present your innovative ideas and technology on a global stage.
Applications close Sunday, November 2, 2025. Apply now: ow.ly/jmbK50Xjojr
Applications close Sunday, November 2, 2025. Apply now: ow.ly/jmbK50Xjojr
October 28, 2025 at 9:25 PM
Showcase your groundbreaking work at the Launch Competition, presented by Walton Family Foundation! Apply now to present your innovative ideas and technology on a global stage.
Applications close Sunday, November 2, 2025. Apply now: ow.ly/jmbK50Xjojr
Applications close Sunday, November 2, 2025. Apply now: ow.ly/jmbK50Xjojr
You won’t want to scroll past this. It’s time for our biggest announcement of the season.
After 53,358 public votes and review by our Advisory Board and SXSW EDU staff, we are thrilled to share 178 new sessions from PanelPicker. Explore the schedule for #SXSWEDU 2026: ow.ly/p0Aq50XgnJ2
After 53,358 public votes and review by our Advisory Board and SXSW EDU staff, we are thrilled to share 178 new sessions from PanelPicker. Explore the schedule for #SXSWEDU 2026: ow.ly/p0Aq50XgnJ2
October 22, 2025 at 3:35 PM
You won’t want to scroll past this. It’s time for our biggest announcement of the season.
After 53,358 public votes and review by our Advisory Board and SXSW EDU staff, we are thrilled to share 178 new sessions from PanelPicker. Explore the schedule for #SXSWEDU 2026: ow.ly/p0Aq50XgnJ2
After 53,358 public votes and review by our Advisory Board and SXSW EDU staff, we are thrilled to share 178 new sessions from PanelPicker. Explore the schedule for #SXSWEDU 2026: ow.ly/p0Aq50XgnJ2
Showcase your impact at #SXSWEDU! Apply to showcase your innovative ideas or current projects at the Student Impact Challenge, presented by The Allstate Foundation.
Applications close Sunday, October 26, 2025. Apply now: ow.ly/9TXA50XfVWi
Applications close Sunday, October 26, 2025. Apply now: ow.ly/9TXA50XfVWi
October 21, 2025 at 10:35 PM
Showcase your impact at #SXSWEDU! Apply to showcase your innovative ideas or current projects at the Student Impact Challenge, presented by The Allstate Foundation.
Applications close Sunday, October 26, 2025. Apply now: ow.ly/9TXA50XfVWi
Applications close Sunday, October 26, 2025. Apply now: ow.ly/9TXA50XfVWi
Dream big at Austin hotels! Access exclusive rates when you book with SXSW EDU Housing.
Explore the Hotel Guide and book your #SXSWEDU hotel today: ow.ly/r0jj50Xc8rm
Explore the Hotel Guide and book your #SXSWEDU hotel today: ow.ly/r0jj50Xc8rm
October 15, 2025 at 10:40 PM
Dream big at Austin hotels! Access exclusive rates when you book with SXSW EDU Housing.
Explore the Hotel Guide and book your #SXSWEDU hotel today: ow.ly/r0jj50Xc8rm
Explore the Hotel Guide and book your #SXSWEDU hotel today: ow.ly/r0jj50Xc8rm
It’s time to transform education together. Registration is now open for #SXSWEDU 2026!
Join your fellow educators, policymakers, creators, and changemakers for four exciting days March 9-12 in Austin, TX. Register by November 6 and save $250: ow.ly/mah650X5Mcp
Join your fellow educators, policymakers, creators, and changemakers for four exciting days March 9-12 in Austin, TX. Register by November 6 and save $250: ow.ly/mah650X5Mcp
October 2, 2025 at 5:29 PM
It’s time to transform education together. Registration is now open for #SXSWEDU 2026!
Join your fellow educators, policymakers, creators, and changemakers for four exciting days March 9-12 in Austin, TX. Register by November 6 and save $250: ow.ly/mah650X5Mcp
Join your fellow educators, policymakers, creators, and changemakers for four exciting days March 9-12 in Austin, TX. Register by November 6 and save $250: ow.ly/mah650X5Mcp
We won’t keep you waiting any longer, revealing our new layout for #SXSWEDU 2026! ✨
Get ready to experience SXSW EDU like never before across downtown Austin. Discover the brand new SXSW EDU Hub and refreshed event layout, designed to make it easier than ever to connect, learn, and explore.
Get ready to experience SXSW EDU like never before across downtown Austin. Discover the brand new SXSW EDU Hub and refreshed event layout, designed to make it easier than ever to connect, learn, and explore.
October 1, 2025 at 8:00 PM
We won’t keep you waiting any longer, revealing our new layout for #SXSWEDU 2026! ✨
Get ready to experience SXSW EDU like never before across downtown Austin. Discover the brand new SXSW EDU Hub and refreshed event layout, designed to make it easier than ever to connect, learn, and explore.
Get ready to experience SXSW EDU like never before across downtown Austin. Discover the brand new SXSW EDU Hub and refreshed event layout, designed to make it easier than ever to connect, learn, and explore.
The first programming announcement for SXSW EDU 2026 is here!🎉
Announcing the first Keynote, Adeel Khan, on the critical intersection of AI and quality teaching. Plus, 6 powerful Featured Sessions and a 16-session PanelPicker preview: ow.ly/6niY50X52Er
Announcing the first Keynote, Adeel Khan, on the critical intersection of AI and quality teaching. Plus, 6 powerful Featured Sessions and a 16-session PanelPicker preview: ow.ly/6niY50X52Er
October 1, 2025 at 5:41 PM
The first programming announcement for SXSW EDU 2026 is here!🎉
Announcing the first Keynote, Adeel Khan, on the critical intersection of AI and quality teaching. Plus, 6 powerful Featured Sessions and a 16-session PanelPicker preview: ow.ly/6niY50X52Er
Announcing the first Keynote, Adeel Khan, on the critical intersection of AI and quality teaching. Plus, 6 powerful Featured Sessions and a 16-session PanelPicker preview: ow.ly/6niY50X52Er
Celebrate the power of film at #SXSWEDU 2026! Submit your film to be screened for a passionate and diverse education community.
Applications close Tuesday, September 30. Submit your film now: ow.ly/chvg50X32Wa
Applications close Tuesday, September 30. Submit your film now: ow.ly/chvg50X32Wa
September 26, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Celebrate the power of film at #SXSWEDU 2026! Submit your film to be screened for a passionate and diverse education community.
Applications close Tuesday, September 30. Submit your film now: ow.ly/chvg50X32Wa
Applications close Tuesday, September 30. Submit your film now: ow.ly/chvg50X32Wa
Make an impact at #SXSWEDU! The Mentor Program lets you share your expertise, expand your network, and help others succeed – all while reaching your own aspirations.
Applications close September 26, 2026. Apply now: ow.ly/GLms50WZBCW
Applications close September 26, 2026. Apply now: ow.ly/GLms50WZBCW
September 19, 2025 at 6:46 PM
Make an impact at #SXSWEDU! The Mentor Program lets you share your expertise, expand your network, and help others succeed – all while reaching your own aspirations.
Applications close September 26, 2026. Apply now: ow.ly/GLms50WZBCW
Applications close September 26, 2026. Apply now: ow.ly/GLms50WZBCW
Libraries belong to YOU! Stop by your local library this International Literacy Day.
Watch @mychal3ts.bsky.social Threets full Featured Session at #SXSWEDU.
Watch @mychal3ts.bsky.social Threets full Featured Session at #SXSWEDU.
September 8, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Libraries belong to YOU! Stop by your local library this International Literacy Day.
Watch @mychal3ts.bsky.social Threets full Featured Session at #SXSWEDU.
Watch @mychal3ts.bsky.social Threets full Featured Session at #SXSWEDU.
Practice failure through gaming.
Watch Allison Matthews full #SXSWEDU Featured Session, Glocal FTW: Cross-Sector Partnerships for Collective Impact: ow.ly/lPZ550WOg6l
Watch Allison Matthews full #SXSWEDU Featured Session, Glocal FTW: Cross-Sector Partnerships for Collective Impact: ow.ly/lPZ550WOg6l
August 29, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Practice failure through gaming.
Watch Allison Matthews full #SXSWEDU Featured Session, Glocal FTW: Cross-Sector Partnerships for Collective Impact: ow.ly/lPZ550WOg6l
Watch Allison Matthews full #SXSWEDU Featured Session, Glocal FTW: Cross-Sector Partnerships for Collective Impact: ow.ly/lPZ550WOg6l
Raise your hand if you helped decide which sessions make it to #SXSWEDU 2026! PanelPicker Community Voting ends at 11:59pm PT August 24.
Vote now: ow.ly/B4Iy50WKxlq
Vote now: ow.ly/B4Iy50WKxlq
August 22, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Raise your hand if you helped decide which sessions make it to #SXSWEDU 2026! PanelPicker Community Voting ends at 11:59pm PT August 24.
Vote now: ow.ly/B4Iy50WKxlq
Vote now: ow.ly/B4Iy50WKxlq
Calling all high school changemakers! Showcase your innovative ideas on stage at #SXSWEDU for the Student Impact Challenge.
Applications are open now though October 26. Apply today: ow.ly/VjOC50WChAb
Applications are open now though October 26. Apply today: ow.ly/VjOC50WChAb
August 8, 2025 at 7:55 PM
Calling all high school changemakers! Showcase your innovative ideas on stage at #SXSWEDU for the Student Impact Challenge.
Applications are open now though October 26. Apply today: ow.ly/VjOC50WChAb
Applications are open now though October 26. Apply today: ow.ly/VjOC50WChAb