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Schedule

2026

Wednesday

  • Various locations in the WILK

    (The table below is the full time the chapters have the room which includes setup and takedown time.

    RoomTimeChapter
    32115:00 - 7:30 PMOR Salem-Eugene & OR Portland
    32285:00 - 7:30 PMWashington DC
    32385:00 - 7:30 PMSD Sioux Falls
    33805:00 - 7:30 PMNortheast Chapters
    Main Ballroom 6:00 - 10:00 PMSouthwest

Thursday

  • Hinckley Center Back Patio

  • Assembly Hall

  • Assembly Hall

  • PresentationPresenterLocation
    New Chapter Chair BootcampEllie McClure & Matt SherryAssembly Hall
    Cosmo Leads A ChapterBrett Seamons3rd Floor
    Impact of Replenishment GrantsAaron RobinsonEast Conference Room
    ServiceJust Serve Representative, Mike Smith, & Becky FellowsLower Level Conference Room
    Alumni to Community Scott GearhartLower Level Conference Room

    New Chapter Chair Bootcamp10:45-11:50 AM Ellie & Matt
    Learn the foundational elements needed to run a chapter. This session will cover AlumniTools, chapter reporting requirements, alumni and student outreach strategies, how to build and organize an effective leadership board, event planning fundamentals, an introduction to replenishment grants, and how to navigate and utilize Chapterpedia. This is recommended for new regional chapter chairs.

    Cosmo Leads a Chapter 10:45-11:50 AM Brett Seamons
    We’ll discuss principles of leadership that help drive engagement, participation, and volunteerism. How might you adapt your leadership style to fit the needs and goals of your chapter? What are behaviors to avoid? What styles get the best response from others? Learn more about your leadership style and how you can build a collaborative team that works together.

    Impact of Replenishment Grants 10:45-11:50 AM Aaron Robinson
    What replenishment grants are and how to award them, the importance of a replenishment grant board. This session will also include testimonials and examples demonstrating the meaningful impact these grants have had on chapters and communities.

    Service 10:45-11:50 AM Mike Smith & Possibly Becky Fellows?
    Learn how to create meaningful service opportunities within your chapter and community. This breakout will discuss how to utilize JustServe to identify local needs and organize projects, what makes a successful service initiative, and ways chapters can participate in and maximize the impact of Giving Cougs Day.

    Alumni to Community 10:45-11:50 AM Scott Gearheart
    Explore strategies for building strong relationships with local businesses, organizations, and community leaders to strengthen chapter engagement and event opportunities. This session will focus on creating partnerships that enhance networking, sponsorships, mentorship opportunities, and overall chapter impact within the community.

  • Hinckley Center Back Patio

  • 3rd Floor Open Area

    Topics
    - Student sendoffs (Kent West)
    - Planning a Golf Tournament (Ron & Lisa Hatch)
    - Events with Intention (Ellie McClure)
    - The Mentor/Mentee Relationship (Alexa Anderson)

  • Varies around the HC

  • Free Time sponsored by the BYU Bookstore

    Firesale will be held on the South side of the 2nd floor of the Hinckley Center in the open area behind the cubicles.

  • Assembly Hall

  • RoomTime Chapter
    32115:00 - 7:30 PMLousiville, Lexington, Columbus, Cincinatti, Indianapolis
    32155:00 - 7:30 PMCasper, WY
    3220/32225:00 - 7:30 PMSouthern California
    32235:00 - 7:30 PMMinnesota Chapters
    32245:00 - 7:30 PMIdaho Chapters
    3250/32525:00 - 7:30 PMKansas City, Wichita, St. Louis
    Terrace5:00 - 7:30 PMSoutheast Region
    32285:00 - 7:30 PMOmaha, Lincoln, Des Moines, Sioux Falls
    32117:30 PM - 10:00 PMWashington Chapters
    3220/32227:30 PM - 10:00 PMNorthern California
    32237:30 PM - 10:00 PMWisconsin
    32247:30 PM - 10:00 PMChicago/Cleveland
    3250/32527:30 PM - 10:00 PMColorado
    Terrace7:30 PM - 10:00 PMTexas
    32287:30 PM - 10:00 PMOklahoma/Arkansas

Friday

  • Assembly Hall
    8:20-8:30 9/11 Commemoration

  • Assembly Hall

  • 3rd Floor Open Area

  • PresentationPresenterLocation
    Professional ChaptersEllie McClureExecutive Conference Room
    RecordsScott Miller3rd Floor Open Area
    BYU Sponsored Watch PartiesLeslie GraffAssembly Hall
    FinancesMatt SherryLower Level Conference Room
    Student MentoringBryce BuntingLower Level Conference Room

    Professional/College Chapters 10:45-11:55 AM - Ellie McClure

    Designed specifically for professional chapters, this breakout will address unique challenges and opportunities such as working with college sponsors, conducting nationwide outreach, recruiting and retaining board members, utilizing BYU Connect to increase student engagement and networking, and managing professional chapter finances effectively.

    Alumni Records 10:45-11:55 AM - Scott Miller

    Come learn how BYU Alumni is using the CASE Alumni Engagement Metrics framework to better understand and strengthen alumni engagement. We’ll share how BYU measures engagement across volunteering, events, communication, and giving, and discuss practical ways chapter leaders can use these insights to build stronger alumni connections and create more meaningful chapter experiences.

    BYU Sponsored Watch Parties 10:45-11:55 AM - Janika Dillon, Tanya Rogers

    Discover how to host successful BYU Sponsored Watch Parties that strengthen chapter engagement and community connection. This session will feature two different chapter approaches to watch parties, highlighting creative ideas, lessons learned, and practical strategies for hosting events of varying sizes and styles

    Finances 10:45-11:55 AM - Matt Sherry

    Understand the fundamentals of managing chapter finances responsibly and effectively. This session will cover financial reporting expectations, budgeting best practices, reimbursement processes, and how to request and manage a DFCU account to support chapter operations.

    Student Mentoring 10:45-11:55 AM - Bryce Bunting

    Learn how to create meaningful mentoring relationships that positively influence students both personally and professionally from the Office of First Year Belonging. This breakout will discuss mentorship best practices, building genuine connections, BYU Connect, supporting student growth, and creating mentoring experiences that leave a lasting impact.

  • Assembly Hall

  • Lower Level Conference Room

  • Bean Museum Tour
    MOA Tour
    Education in Zion Tour
    Planetarium Showing

  • TBA

  • Firesale will be held on the South side of the 2nd floor of the Hinckley Center in the open area behind the cubicles.

  • Assembly Hall

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