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Connections Fair

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Connections Fair!

We’re excited to introduce the Connections Fair—a new event that combines our former Vendor Fair and Career Fair into one dynamic experience centered on learning, networking, and meaningful connections.

Event Agenda

Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026
University of Western States
8000 NE Tillamook St., Portland, OR 97213
Questions: contact [email protected]

12-2 p.m. | Featured Speaker Series — 2 CE Credits (PACE approved only)

  • 12-1 p.m. Designing a Chiropractic Practice; Tony DeNeal, DC, TVG-Medulla LLC
  • 1-2 p.m. Best practices in documentation for personal injury protection; Daniel Trujillo Martinez, J.D., Gatti Law Firm

2:30-4 p.m. | Exhibitor Tabling Fair
4:30-6 p.m. | Community Reception

Participate as an Exhibitor at the Tabling Fair

Your organization will have the opportunity to engage with 100-200 University of Western States students, alumni, faculty, and healthcare professionals, making this one of our premier annual networking events. Whether you’re recruiting, promoting your organization, or building brand awareness, the Connections Fair offers the opportunity to:

  • Recruit future employees, interns, and clinical partners
  • Showcase your organization, products, services, or career opportunities
  • Connect with students from our Doctor of Chiropractic and Occupational Therapy programs
  • Network with university leadership, faculty, alumni, and fellow exhibitors by attending the Speaker Series and Community Reception

Reserve Your Tabling Spot Today

Exhibit space is limited and registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Exhibit registration is $250 per exhibit table; click this link to reserve your table: 2026 UWS Connections Fair Tabling Registration.

Join Us as an Attendee

Whether you’re a student, faculty or staff member, alumnus, preceptor, healthcare professional, or community member, the Connections Fair is a great opportunity to connect, learn, and discover what’s happening across the UWS community. This is a free event for attendees!

Attend our Featured Speaker Series, where licensed practitioners can earn 2 CE credits (PACE approved only). Explore timely topics relevant to healthcare and professional practice. (Register for continuing education credits on site.)

During the Exhibitor Tabling Fair, connect with healthcare professionals and organizations, discover new resources and opportunities, and expand your professional network.

To cap our event, you are invited to continue the conversation and connect with fellow students, alumni, faculty, staff, preceptors, exhibitors, and guests at our Community Reception featuring complimentary appetizers and beverages.

We do ask that you RSVP so we can plan accordingly:

2026 UWS Connections Fair Attendee Registration

Registration is open through Oct. 30. We hope to see you there!