Leadership Symposium

Leadership Symposia

April 1 and April 8, 2026

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Build Your Strengths, Shape Your Future

Connect and collaborate with other high school students at Nebraska's Leadership Symposia. Explore how to build on your strengths, develop your leadership skills and establish your foundation for success.

Making the commitment to attend a Leadership Symposium already means there's something special in you that is driving you toward success. No matter what your interests are, your future matters at Nebraska, and we're here with the people, resources and tools to help you on your path.

So what are you waiting for? Discover how together, we can change the future, build on our strengths, set goals and overcome challenges.

Event Registration Deadlines:

  • March 25 for the April 1 event.
  • April 1 for the April 8 event.

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Schedule

Time Activity
9 a.m.

Check-in

Check-in will begin at 9 a.m. in the Nebraska Student Union (1400 R St.) At check-in, we'll validate your parking and give you the necessary materials for your day ahead.

9:30 a.m.

Keynote Speaker: Lead Your Journey

Hear an inspiring presentation on how you can find success in college and beyond.

10 a.m.

Lead the Class Experience (Juniors Only)

Juniors will experience a real classroom hosted by a current faculty or team member at Nebraska! Gain an understanding of what to expect when you go to college.

Charting Your Course (Sophomores Only)

Sophomores will learn about the necessary skills and habits to prepare for the next steps on their college journey.

Starting Strong Workshop (Freshmen Only)

Freshmen will participate in activities to help them develop strong study skills and make the most out of their high school experience.

11 a.m.

Lunch

Enjoy lunch in one of our campus dining centers!

12 p.m.

Student Success Sessions

Learn about resources on campus that support and build your leadership skills.

1 p.m.

Student Panel: Leaders in Action

1:30 p.m.

Wrap Up and Dismissal

Parking & Check-In

Parking is available at the Larson Building (1317 Q Street) and Que Place (1111 Q Street) parking garages. No need to pay—we'll provide a parking validation code at check-in.

Check-in will take place at the Nebraska Union (1400 R Street). Registrants will receive an email with check-in information.

Planning Your Trip to Lincoln

Find information on how to get to Lincoln and options on where to stay while in town. Husker Preferred Hotels offer special discounts to Office of Admissions campus visitors. Learn more about visiting Lincoln.

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