UAC 2026: Full Schedule

11:00am CDT

Archetypal Narratives: Transitions and Turning Points in Zodiacal Releasing

Friday September 4, 2026 11:00am - 12:15pm CDT

Zodiacal Releasing is an ancient timing technique that identifies time periods of heightened activity and meaningful experience, providing nuanced symbolic insight into understanding the ebb and flow of unfolding life narratives. We’ll explore how considering the transition and interplay between activated signs and planets, including the special significance of the loosing of the bonds, illuminates critical turning points in life stories and vocational calling.

Speakers

Gray Crawford

Gray is a natal and horary astrology who synthesizes influences from traditional, magical, mythic-archetypal, and psychological astrology. Gray has taught at UAC, NORWAC, and ISAR astrology conferences, and numerous astrology associations. Gray is a member of the Kepler College faculty... Read More →

Friday September 4, 2026 11:00am - 12:15pm CDT
IN/Iowa Room - 6th floor 6th floor

Traditional Astrology, Beginner, Intermediate | Cycles/Forecasting Techniques, Beginner, Intermediate

11:00am CDT

William Lilly - Natal Astrologer!

Friday September 4, 2026 11:00am - 12:15pm CDT

Minnesota Room - 6th floor

William Lilly is regarded as the last of the great early modern astrologers, and books 1 & 2 of his classic “Christian Astrology” (1647) are still seen as essential to Horary Astrology. However, book 3 is a masterful dive into natal astrology, which until now has been available only in hard-to-read 17th-Century English. I have re-written book 3 in contemporary English, and will share with you the Natal delineation expertise of one of the greatest astrologers of all time.

Speakers

Alberto Forero

NEW Speaker, Translation of Light

Alberto Forero (Translationoflight.org) is an astrologer, designer, and YouTuber based in San Francisco. He is President of the San Francisco Astrological Society and member of NCGR and ISAR. He has studied at the School of Traditional Astrology, and Austin Coppock’s Fundamentals... Read More →

Friday September 4, 2026 11:00am - 12:15pm CDT
Minnesota Room - 6th floor 6th floor

Traditional Astrology, Beginner, Intermediate | Historical & Research, Beginner, Intermediate

2:30pm CDT

Introduction to Astrological Magic

Friday September 4, 2026 2:30pm - 3:45pm CDT

Denver/Houston/KC Room -5th floor

If you are new to astrology and want to get started with using astrology to make talismans and harness celestial energies, this is the talk for you. Astrology provides the diagnosis of a problem, and magic is the remedy. We will learn about the magical attributes of the visible planets and their special gifts, as well as techniques to remediate and alleviate difficult planetary periods.

Speakers

Nina Gryphon

Nina Gryphon is an astrologer and corporate lawyer living in Los Angeles, California.  Nina practices traditional astrology, with a special emphasis on astrological magic and astrological remediation. She publishes educational astrology and magic videos, and teaches classes and... Read More →

Friday September 4, 2026 2:30pm - 3:45pm CDT
Denver/Houston/KC Room -5th floor 5th floor

Astrological Magic & Theurgy, Beginner | Philosophical/Spiritual/Esoteric, Beginner | Traditional Astrology, Beginner

2:30pm CDT

Heliacal Transits: Planet & Star Phases Through the Houses

Friday September 4, 2026 2:30pm - 3:45pm CDT

Lincolnshire Room - 6th floor

The Sun awakens and extinguishes the stars and planets as they all revolve around the spheres of the cosmic mind. Each day, new stars are born, old ones die & planets come in & out of the underworld. Sometimes, planets & stars are born or die together, bringing mystical fusions of their powers. Learn about the phases of the stars & planets from Babylonian & Egyptian sources, as they light up & turn off, through the signs & houses of heaven.

Speakers

Cameron Cassidy

NEW Speaker

Cameron Cassidy is an astrologer & yoga teacher from Salem, MA. He is also an instructor for Kepler College, as well as the editor for the CAELi Review astrological journal. Centered in the ancient eyes of Babylonian & Egyptian astrology, Cameron blends old & new traditions, seeing... Read More →

Friday September 4, 2026 2:30pm - 3:45pm CDT
Lincolnshire Room - 6th floor 6th floor

Cycles/Forecasting Techniques, Beginner, Intermediate | Mythological & Archetypal, Beginner, Intermediate | Traditional Astrology, Beginner, Intermediate

9:00am CDT

How Hellenistic Astrology Came to America

Saturday September 5, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am CDT

Addison/Clark Room - 4th floor

Hellenistic astrology began arriving to America in the 1950’s. The early 1990’s foreshadowed a renaissance of traditional astrology. Demetra will recount the lineage of academic scholars and contemporary astrologers who brought news of these ancient doctrines. Personal anecdotes about how these luminaries became inspired and then handed over their discoveries, excitement, and insights to those now carrying on this tradition for modern times.

Speakers

Demetra George

Demetra George, scholar, translator, practitioner, brings contemporary astrology back to its ancient roots, looking to cross-cultural mythologies for the archetypal meanings of newly available planetary bodies. Turning to Greek and Latin texts, she has articulated the history, cosmology... Read More →

Saturday September 5, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am CDT
Addison/Clark Room - 4th floor 4th floor

Traditional Astrology, Beginner, Intermediate | Historical & Research, Beginner, Intermediate

4:30pm CDT

The Luminaries in Medical Astrology

Saturday September 5, 2026 4:30pm - 5:45pm CDT

Sheffield Room - 4th floor

The importance of the Sun and Moon have always had a central role in medical astrology, but have been limited in “Western” Astrology. In this lecture we will open the spectrum of possibility of the Sun and Moon. Understanding innate heat as the Sun, Radical Moisture as the Moon, emphasizing the importance of psychosomatic medicine, and invoking the spiritual aspects of the luminaries for medicinal purposes. Join me in bringing new light to the luminaries!

Speakers

Cameron Allen

Cameron is an Astrologer & Herbalist that synthesizes multiple lineages of Astrology into his practice of various healing arts modalities. With a degree in Health and Sports Science and Psychology, direct experience with nature, Astrology, Herbalism, Yoga, Ayurveda, Embodiment practices... Read More →

Saturday September 5, 2026 4:30pm - 5:45pm CDT
Sheffield Room - 4th floor 4th floor

Health & Wellness, Beginner, Intermediate | Traditional Astrology, Beginner, Intermediate | Astrological Specialties, Beginner, Intermediate

4:30pm CDT

The Third Day Moon and Nourishing the Natal Promise

Saturday September 5, 2026 4:30pm - 5:45pm CDT

Minnesota Room - 6th floor

The 1st century astrologer Dorotheus also paid special attention to the Moon after the third day of birth. By parsing the placement, aspects, and dodecatemoria of the Moon on this day, Dorotheus felt the overall condition of the native’s life could be further understood. In this talk, we will deep-dive into how well this little-used technique can work in adding additional testimony for the practicing astrologer.

Speakers

Joli Knott

NEW Speaker

Joli Knott is an astrologer, Reiki Master & teacher. Born to Indian immigrant parents in the US, Joli's awareness of astrology began from a young age, but it wasn't until her time abroad that her interest deepened. She lived in Japan for 20 years & has been in the UK since 2013. Joli... Read More →

Saturday September 5, 2026 4:30pm - 5:45pm CDT
Minnesota Room - 6th floor 6th floor

Traditional Astrology, Beginner, Intermediate | Astrological Specialties, Beginner, Intermediate | Philosophical/Spiritual/Esoteric, Beginner, Intermediate

2:30pm CDT

Drawing Down the Moon: Eclipse Prediction & Astrology’s Lost Histories

Sunday September 6, 2026 2:30pm - 3:45pm CDT

Minnesota Room - 6th floor

Aglaonice of Thessaly, a female astrologer active sometime between the 5th and 1st century BCE, was famed for “drawing down the Moon”—likely a mastery of eclipse prediction. Her story reflects how astrological knowledge from women and other historically marginalized figures has been lost or obscured. This talk explores the mechanics of lunar eclipses, the contributions of overlooked astrologers, and how eclipse cycles shaped ancient predictive traditions.

Speakers

Nadia Anderson

NEW Speaker

Nadia Anderson is a Hellenistic astrologer, researcher, and educator at Kepler College. She holds a B.A. in Greek Classics from the University of Oregon and a Master of Humanities from New York University, where she focused on comparative literature and philosophy. Trained under Demetra... Read More →

Sunday September 6, 2026 2:30pm - 3:45pm CDT
Minnesota Room - 6th floor 6th floor

Traditional Astrology, Beginner, Intermediate | Historical & Research, Beginner, Intermediate | Astrological Magic & Theurgy, Beginner, Intermediate

4:30pm CDT

Another Method for Years from Seuthes, the School of Hermeias

Sunday September 6, 2026 4:30pm - 5:45pm CDT

Great American Room - 6th floor

Vettius Valens hands down several powerful timing techniques in his Anthologies. Best known among them are: profections, an easy and purely symbolic technique; and Zodiacal Releasing—grounded in astronomy but clunky to mentally calculate beyond the level of months. And then there’s Seuthes’ method for years. Easy to calculate - but rarely talked about. Come explore and you’ll walk away with a new tool for harvesting interpretive juice down to the wee hours

Speakers

Bear Ryver

Bear Ryver’s west coast roots blossom in the stars. Since launching his practice he’s been named an award-winning astrologer (OPA, 2018) and has presented talks at conferences like NORWAC, AMC, ISAR and more. Bear holds certifications in Hellenistic, Horary, and Electional astrology... Read More →

Sunday September 6, 2026 4:30pm - 5:45pm CDT
Great American Room - 6th floor 6th floor

Traditional Astrology, Beginner, Intermediate | Cycles/Forecasting Techniques, Beginner, Intermediate | Historical & Research, Beginner, Intermediate

9:00am CDT

Work With Fortune and Spirit: Explore Hidden Potential and Core Purpose in a Birth Chart

Monday September 7, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am CDT

Addison/Clark Room - 4th floor

Discover the Lots of Fortune and Spirit in the natal chart. Learn their meaning and uncover how they change the quality and function of a house or planet. Explore how the Lot of Fortune adds energy and special potential to specific houses in the chart. Learn about the place of Acquisition and of Fame. Discover how the Lot of Spirit can describe a deeper purpose to your chart and life.

Speakers

Kelly Surtees

Kelly's Astrology

Kelly travels worldwide to teach practical and accessible astrology that combines traditional techniques with a modern mindset. Kelly has established herself in a career that includes client consults, a private membership, plus a slew of online astrology trainings. A class with Kelly... Read More →

Monday September 7, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am CDT
Addison/Clark Room - 4th floor 4th floor

Traditional Astrology, Beginner, Intermediate | Astrological Specialties, Beginner, Intermediate | Essentials of Astrology, Beginner, Intermediate

2:30pm CDT

(Neo)Platonic Astrology: Contemplation And the Metaphysics of Astrology

Monday September 7, 2026 2:30pm - 3:45pm CDT

Illinois Room - 6th floor

Neoplatonists conceive astrology as a metaphysical language, thus as a contemplative method. While sometimes critical with the astrologers, they offer deeply spiritual but also practical views on astrology, relevant today. What is the being of the planetary gods and their presence down here through the correspondences? What is the nature of providence, fate and soul? The astrological interpretation of our tutelary spirit (daimon): why and how to follow our own star.

Speakers

José Manuel Redondo

NEW Speaker

This 2025 Capulus reaches 30 years practicing astrology and magic. Besides being an active consultant, he has a PhD in ancient philosophy and has been teaching at the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) for over 17 years, also doing published research on neoplatonism (and... Read More →

Monday September 7, 2026 2:30pm - 3:45pm CDT
Illinois Room - 6th floor 6th floor

Philosophical/Spiritual/Esoteric, Beginner, Intermediate | Traditional Astrology, Beginner, Intermediate | Astrological Magic & Theurgy, Beginner, Intermediate

2:30pm CDT

Celestial Vaults: Uncovering the Stellar Wisdom of Egyptian Temple Ceilings & Priesthood Traditions

Monday September 7, 2026 2:30pm - 3:45pm CDT

Armitage/Belmont Room - 4th floor

Mirroring the sky goddess Nut and the celestial vault, Egyptian temple ceilings stand on great pillars, spangled with dazzling imagery and locked tight with secret astral wisdom. We’ll uncover the Egyptian priesthood’s astrological practices—their titles, tools, roles, & rituals. From handbooks to horoscopes, see how the cycles of the 12 months, 24 hours, 30 lunar days & 36 decans were reenacted in temple ritual & were used to map the soul & the body in natal astrology.

Speakers

Cameron Cassidy

NEW Speaker

Monday September 7, 2026 2:30pm - 3:45pm CDT
Armitage/Belmont Room - 4th floor 4th floor

Traditional Astrology, Beginner | Mythological & Archetypal, Beginner | Historical & Research, Beginner

4:30pm CDT

Your Guardian Angel

Monday September 7, 2026 4:30pm - 5:45pm CDT

NW/OH/Purdue Room - 6th floor

One of the different techniques of Medieval Astrology is to determine and interpret the personal spiritual entity, which is the Guardian Angel or Almutem Figuris with its astrological definition. Indicating the native’s connection with the spiritual world and the conditions which characterize nature of his Guardian Angel, Almutem Figuris signifies his path which leads to spiritual evolution. Öner will teach how to calculate it and make some practices on sample charts.

Speakers

Öner Döşer

Öner Döşer is an instructor, publisher and author of 40 books, founder of AstroArt School of Astrology, Astrology Television, AstroArt Publications. He is translating and publishing books on Ottoman Astrology and teaching it’s techniques worldwide. Oner received Robert Zoller’s... Read More →

Monday September 7, 2026 4:30pm - 5:45pm CDT
NW/OH/Purdue Room - 6th floor 6th floor

Traditional Astrology, Beginner | Astrological Magic & Theurgy, Beginner | Philosophical/Spiritual/Esoteric, Beginner

9:00am CDT

The Art of Planetary Gemstone Correspondences: A Modern Take on an Ancient Practice

Tuesday September 8, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am CDT

Illinois Room - 6th floor

Planetary correspondences to gemstones denote the symbolic relationship between the shining above and below. If each planet is an archetypal storehouse, you can divide any topic meaningfully by the planets. Even gemstones! Since ancient days, stones have been thought to serve as terrestrial conduits for planetary, stellar, and astrological energies they corresponded with. Using traditional astrology and history, let's find out what gems correspond best with your chart!

Speakers

Samantha Hammer

NEW Speaker

Samantha Hammer is a traditional astrologer based in Southern California. In 2017, she began studying astrology and has never stopped. Her work blends exploratory concepts with Hellenistic techniques and magical/practical remediation principles. Samantha’s dedication to the celestial... Read More →

Tuesday September 8, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am CDT
Illinois Room - 6th floor 6th floor

Astrological Specialties, Beginner, Intermediate | Traditional Astrology, Beginner, Intermediate | Astrological Magic & Theurgy, Beginner, Intermediate

9:00am CDT

Queering Synastry: Reading Relationships Beyond the Binary

Tuesday September 8, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am CDT

Grace Room - 4th floor

Identity, sexuality, gender, love: infinite iterations exist under the stars. Drawing on the LGBTQ+ experience, this kaleidoscopic how-to expands astrology as a tool to explore our relationships and ourselves. Utilizing both traditional and modern synastry techniques, Queering Synastry lays the foundation for a deep relational understanding of the threads that connect us to ourselves, each other, and the planets.

Speakers

Rowan Oliver

NEW Speaker

Rowan Oliver is a relational astrologer, oracle, and multimedia artist. Rowan uses astrology as a tool to weave together the threads of time, linking together the past, present, and future through symbolism and storytelling. Their practice anchors the soul in the present moment, aligning... Read More →

Tuesday September 8, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am CDT
Grace Room - 4th floor 4th floor

Relationships & Counseling, Beginner, Intermediate | Traditional Astrology, Beginner, Intermediate | Astrological Specialties, Beginner, Intermediate

11:00am CDT

Trinity of Divine Creativity: 1st, 5th, & 9th Houses

Tuesday September 8, 2026 11:00am - 12:15pm CDT

IN/Iowa Room - 6th floor

When artistic creation involves communion with divine sources of inspiration, it brings together the meaning of the 1st, 5th, and 9th houses. Within the relational field of these zodiacal places, the life force of the artist (1st house) gives birth to creative progeny (5th house) through sacred relationship (9th house). We’ll explore the charts of artistic creators to show how the trinity of the 1st, 5th, and 9th houses reveals insight into creative expression.

Speakers

Gray Crawford

Tuesday September 8, 2026 11:00am - 12:15pm CDT
IN/Iowa Room - 6th floor 6th floor

Essentials of Astrology, Beginner | Traditional Astrology, Beginner

11:00am CDT

The Descent: Exploring Fallen Planets

Tuesday September 8, 2026 11:00am - 12:15pm CDT

Addison/Clark Room - 4th floor

This lecture is a plunge back into the basics, but with depth and technical nuance. In an attempt to move beyond “Exaltation good, Fall bad,” we’ll conduct a detailed survey of the qualities, pitfalls, mitigations, remedies, and hidden potentials of Fallen planets. As Falls are present in both Vedic and Western astrology, we will make use of insights from both to paint a fuller picture of what it means to fall, and rise again.

Speakers

Austin Coppock

Austin Coppock is an astrologer based in Southern Oregon. His perspective is deeply informed by Hellenistic and Vedic astrology. Austin's written work includes hundreds of weekly columns and articles, and the books 36 Faces (2014), and The Celestial Art (2018). Austin served as President... Read More →

Tuesday September 8, 2026 11:00am - 12:15pm CDT
Addison/Clark Room - 4th floor 4th floor