SUMMIT EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! 

(Pre-Summit Workshops are available Thursday, October 16th)

Conference Theme

The 2025 NLPA Summit theme is Psychology at the Border, Resilience, Mental Health, and the Immigrant Journey.  For more information about the conference theme and the story behind it, please visit here. 

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

NLPA is deeply grateful to the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley for graciously opening its doors to host the NLPA 2025 Summit. This institution stands as a pillar of excellence and growth in South Texas, born from the historic 2013 merger of the University of Texas–Pan American and the University of Texas at Brownsville. Since formally launching in 2015, UTRGV has rapidly expanded its impact, establishing a School of Medicine in 2016 and a School of Podiatric Medicine in 2022. With an enrollment of over 34,000 students in Fall 2024, it is now one of the largest and most dynamic public universities in the state of Texas—serving as a vital hub for innovation, research, healthcare, and education across the Rio Grande Valley.

Located in Edinburg, Texas, UTRGV’s main campus is surrounded by a vibrant community rich in culture, history, and hospitality. From its UTRGV Baseball Stadium and the newly launched Division I football program at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium to its proximity to cultural gems like the Bert Ogden Arena and the downtown McIntyre arts district, the university embodies the spirit of advancement and inclusion.

Hosting the NLPA 2025 Summit at such a forward-thinking and community-centered institution is a true honor. NLPA thanks UTRGV for your support, partnership, and continued dedication to empowering leaders across the region and beyond.

The physical address of the UTRGV main campus is: 1201 W. University Drive, Edinburg, TX

Hotel Information

Attendees will be able to select from four different hotels. NLPA has received blocks of rooms for Summit attendees. We recommend each of the hotels for your stay in McAllen, TX. Be sure to book your room early. These hotels offer convenient access to the venue (15–20 minutes away), as well as to restaurants, shopping, and entertainment.

CAMBRIA Hotel McAllen Convention Center, 701 S Ware Rd, McAllen, TX 78501
(Deadline for reservations: October 10th)
Reserve your room here. 

ALOFT McALLEN, 511 W Expressway 83, McAllen, TX 78501
Reserve your room here.

HOME 2 SUITES by Hilton - McALLEN, 525 S Ware Rd, McAllen, TX 78501
Reserve your room here.

EMBASSY SUITES, 800 Convention Center Blvd, McAllen, TX
Our main event will take place at this hotel.
Reserve your room here. 

Summit Agenda and Program

For your convenience, you can refer to the NLPA 2025 PRE CONFERENCE detailing the events for Thursday, October 16th. The full conference program will be available soon.

Registration - now OPEN!

We look forward to greeting you in person for the NLPA 2025 Summit in Texas. This year, the Summit will be Hybrid, and you can choose in-person or virtual. Click here to register!

Transportation

Fly into McAllen International Airport (MFE) — 2500 South Bicentennial Blvd. Suite 103 McAllen, TX 78503 located just 20 minutes from the UTRGV Edinburg campus and 5 minute drive to the Convention Center; or

Fly into Valley International Airport (HRL) — 3002 Heritage Way, Harlingen, TX 78550, located 45 minutes from the McAllen Convention Center

  • Use a rideshare app (Uber or Lyft)
  • Take a taxi (available at the airport)
  • Or rent a car

 

During the Summit, to get to the campus:  — There will be Shuttles that will transport attendees to the NLPA Summit (TBA)

McAllen and Edinburg are served by Metro McAllen and Rio Metro, but for ease and flexibility, we recommend using rideshare services during your stay. For your information, this is the bus route: Metro McAllen Route Planner

Sponsorship Opportunities

Interested in sponsoring the 2025 NLPA Summit? View sponsorship details here.

Revised August 1, 2025
 

NLPA NEWS

NLPA 2025 SUMMIT REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION RATES - EXTENDED until the 15th of AUGUST !

TRAVEL INFORMATION

Fly into McAllen International Airport (MFE) — 2500 South Bicentennial Blvd. Suite 103 McAllen, TX 78503 located just 20 minutes from the UTRGV Edinburg campus and 5 minute drive to the Convention Center; or
Fly into Valley International Airport (HRL) — 3002 Heritage Way, Harlingen, TX 78550, located 45 minutes from the McAllen Convention Center.

During Summit, to get to the campus: Shuttles will be available (TBA)
 

Hotel Information

Attendees will be able to select from four different hotels. NLPA has received blocks of rooms for Summit attendees. We recommend each of the hotels for your stay in McAllen, TX. Be sure to book your room early. These hotels offer convenient access to the venue (15–20 minutes away), as well as to restaurants, shopping, and entertainment.


EMBASSY SUITES
800 Convention Center Blvd, McAllen, TX
(Deadline for reservations: September 18th)
Our main event will take place at this hotel.
Reserve your room here. 


 

 


 




CAMBRIA Hotel McAllen Convention Center
701 S Ware Rd, McAllen, TX 78501
(Deadline for reservations:  October 10th)
Reserve your room here.

 

   



ALOFT McALLEN
511 W Expressway 83, McAllen, TX 78501
(Deadline for reservations:  September 24th)
Reserve your room here.

 




HOME 2 SUITES by Hilton - McALLEN
525 S Ware Rd, McAllen, TX 78501
(Deadline for reservations: September 24th)
Reserve your room here.



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