The University of Northern Iowa is hosting its Social and Emotional Learning Conference on April 7, offering attendees the opportunity to deepen their knowledge of social and emotional learning competencies, trauma-sensitive practices and self-regulatory behaviors. The all-day conference will take place on campus at the Maucker Union and Schindler Education Center, featuring more than 20 presentations and breakout sessions, including two keynote speakers and a featured children’s book author. The keynote speakers include nationally recognized author Marc Brackett and Central Michigan University professor and researcher Gina McGovern. The conference is free for members of the UNI community, and practicing professionals can register for $60 for the full-day event or $30 for the virtual option. The conference is sponsored by the College of Education and Ken Budke, DDS, through support to the UNI Foundation.