Student Leadership Conference:

October 27-29, 2026
Sacramento & UC Davis
Part of State of the Art 2026

Cost: $125 for all students.

The Student Leadership Conference (SLC) is an opportunity for current and future college students to:

  • Connect with peers from across the country
  • Learn useful tools to empower your transition into college life
  • Expand your potential to serve as student advocates and leaders in the growing field of inclusive higher education
  • Have fun!

Have any questions about the Student Leadership Conference or want to get involved? Contact Rebekah Wallis at rwallis@syr.edu.

Conference Topics

  • Academics: class mentors, study skills, cool classes to take, course modifications, or working with faculty.
  • Advocacy! Advocacy! Advocacy!
  • Health: mental health, nutrition and exercise at college, or dealing with illness while at college.
  • Internships and employment: working with a job coach, getting a job, or workplace accommodation.
  • Relationships: dating etiquette and consent, friendships, or conflict and communication
  • Social life: on- and off-campus events, clubs and organizations, or greek life.
  • Other ideas like technology (apps), getting into college, life after college, or dealing with tough times.