Events
What's Happening
From competition prep workshops to chapter socials, SMSU DECA keeps members engaged all year. Check back regularly for updates — and join us so you never miss an event.
On the Calendar
Upcoming Events
MN Collegiate DECA CDC 2026
UpcomingSMSU DECA competes at the 2026 Minnesota Collegiate DECA Career Development Conference. Members will compete across seven event categories including Digital Marketing Strategies, Marketing Management, Organizational Leadership, Business Ethics, and Entrepreneurship.
DECA ICDC 2026 — Atlanta
UpcomingThe International Career Development Conference (ICDC) brings together top DECA competitors from across the country and world. Top finishers from the MN CDC 2026 will represent SMSU at this national stage. Conference runs April 25–28, 2026.
Fall Kickoff Meeting
UpcomingWelcome back! Join us for the first meeting of the year to meet fellow members, learn about upcoming competitions, and find out how to get involved.
MN Collegiate DECA Fall Conference
UpcomingThe fall regional conference where members compete in preliminary rounds and connect with collegiate DECA chapters from across Minnesota.
SMSU Business Networking Night
UpcomingAn evening connecting SMSU business students with local professionals and alumni. DECA members receive priority registration.
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Archive
Past Events
A look back at where we've been and what we've accomplished.
Collegiate DECA Career Conference — Willmar 2024
PastSMSU DECA swept 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place at the Collegiate DECA Career Conference in Organizational Leadership. All three teams advanced to ICDC in Austin, Texas — a historic chapter achievement.
DECA ICDC 2024 — Austin
PastEight SMSU DECA members represented the chapter and Minnesota at the 2024 International Career Development Conference after sweeping the state competition in Willmar.
End-of-Year Banquet
PastAnnual celebration honoring chapter achievements, award recipients, and outgoing officers. New officer inductions also held at this event.
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