| Date: | Friday, October 23, 2026 |
| Time: | 8:00 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. |
| Location: | University Conference Center 8th Floor, Close-Hipp Building 1705 College St. Columbia, S.C. 29208 |
Why Attend?
- Participate in faculty-led sessions on teaching strategies and innovation
- Celebrate GARNET Apple Teaching Award recipients
- Hear from a dynamic keynote speaker who will explore current trends
- Enjoy free registration, meals, and networking opportunities
Free for all South Carolina educators | Not open to the general public
Call for Proposals
To submit a proposal to lead a 30-minute interactive professional development session at Oktoberbest 2026, please review the Oktoberbest Call for Proposals (CFP) and submit your application.
Oktoberbest Call for Proposals
Oktoberbest Tentative Agenda
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8:00 am – 8:50 am |
Registration and Networking Breakfast |
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9:00 am – 9:25 am |
Welcome and Opening Remarks |
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9:25 am – 9:30 am |
Introduction of Keynote |
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9:30 am – 11:30 am |
Keynote Address |
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11:30 am – 11:40 am |
Transition to Breakout Session 1 |
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11:40 am – 12:10 pm |
Breakout Session 1 |
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12:10 pm – 1:00 pm |
Lunch and Networking |
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1:00 pm – 1:30 pm |
Recognition CeremonyGarnet Apple Awards for Teaching Innovation |
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1:30 pm – 1:40 pm |
Transition to Breakout Session 2 |
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1:40 pm – 2:10 pm |
Breakout Session 2 |
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2:10 pm – 2:20 pm |
Transition to Breakout Session 3 |
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2:20 pm – 2:50 pm |
Breakout Session 3 |
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2:50 pm – 3:00 pm |
Transition to Closing Session |
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3:00 pm – 3:15 pm |
Closing Remarks and Door Prizes |