2025 NACA Conference

 April 11-13, 2025

 Boone, North Carolina

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Location: Appalachian State University, Boone, North Carolina

Conference Theme

The 2025 NACA Biennial Conference theme, “Bridging Boundaries - Mounting Elevations: Navigating the Future through Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration” underscores the critical importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in addressing today’s complex global challenges. From the Appalachian to the Himalayan landscapes, societal issues near and far warrant integrated approaches. We call for interdisciplinary collaboration by maximizing knowledge integration and application across disciplines to ignite innovation, prosperity for a just and sustainable global future.

Keynote Speakers

Samrat Upadhyay

Distinguished Professor, Dept. of English
Martha C. Kraft Professor, Humanities
Indiana University, Bloomington

Subhrendu K. Pattanayak

The Oak Foundation Distinguished Professor of
Environmental and Energy Policy
Research Professor of Global Health
Duke University

CONFERENCE PROGRAM

Important Dates

Registration deadline February 28, 2025

Presentation file (for virtual meeting) April 7, 2025

Conference April 11-13, 2025

Conference Sponsorship Opportunity

We are actively seeking sponsorship to support key aspects of its initiatives, including student awards, keynote speakers, and other critical event related needs such as venue, materials, and logistical arrangements. By sponsoring, your organization will gain visibility among diverse and engaged scholars, professionals, and students. We offer several sponsorship tiers, each with unique benefits to showcase your support.

Sponsorship Tiers and Benefits

Platinum Sponsor ($1000+)	Recognition as a major sponsor in the conference materials Large logo and name featured in promotional materials and digital promotions Complimentary registrations for up to four attendees
Gold Sponsor ($500 -$999)	Recognition as a sponsor in the conference materials Medium logo and name featured in promotional materials and digital promotions Complimentary registrations for up to two attendees
Silver Sponsor($250 -$499)	Recognition as a sponsor in the conference materials Small logo and name featured in promotional materials and digital promotions Complimentary registrations for one attendee
Partners	Acknowledgement at the conference

We would be happy to discuss how your organization can play an essential role in the success of this conference while gaining valuable exposure. Please don’t hesitate to contact Gyan Nyaupane, NACA President, at gyan@asu.edu to explore these opportunities.

Conference Host

Conference Sponsors

Platinum Level Support



Gold Level Support

We would like to recognize a $1,000 contribution by a community partner who wanted to remain anonymous. Thank you!

Direct your questions and comments to the conference committee

Contact

Nepali Academics in America (NACA)
info@nepaliacademics.org