2027 National Alumni and Pre-Alumni Councils Leadership Conference
The UNCF Leadership Conference is truly an unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself in a vibrant network with over 500 key players–including students, faculty, HBCU leaders, funding experts, sponsors, alumni and institutional representatives. This Leadership Conference uniquely combines the strengths of the UNCF National Alumni Council (NAC), the UNCF National Pre-Alumni Council (NPAC), National Alumni Associations (NAA) and Inter-Alumni Councils (IAC) to create a dynamic platform where impactful strategies are explored and lifelong relationships are established.
This conference is much more than a traditional conference. It is designed to empower every participant through interactive workshops, engaging sessions, keynote presentations led by industry experts and celebrations that honor academic and HBCU cultural phenomenon. By sharing ideas and experiences with influential decision makers, conference attendees not only elevate their own leadership skills but also contribute to the legacy of educational excellence that UNCF has championed for decades.
This UNCF Leadership Conference is an opportunity for you to step into a space where advocacy and innovation meet, and where combined voices can help shape the strategies and initiatives that will sustain and advance HBCU communities for generations to come. Whether to expand professional network, gain fresh perspectives, or explore collaborative projects, the UNCF Leadership Conference offers the perfect stage to elevate new ideas and initiatives.
Welcome to the Leadership Conference Hub
This “Conference Hub” is the Go-To Resource for all aspects of the Leadership Conference.
- Conference and Team Leaders contact information
- Conference Registrations
- Student: UNCF Pre-Alumni & Non-UNCF Pre-alumni
- Alumni: PAC Advisors & Alumni
- Sponsors Registration
- College Presidents Registration
- Career Pathways Registration and Participants
- Product Vendors Applications
- Sponsorships
- Conference Special Events
- The Welcome Reception
- Alumni Summit
- Legacy Gala: The 80th
- Journey to Success Lunch
- Alumni and Student Awards
- Outstanding Young Alumni
- Hall of Honor (Outstanding Alumni)
- James E. Stamps Award
- Cecelia E. Washington Service Award
- Stephens-Fair Female Student Award
- Leadership Conference Overview
- Miss National UNCF Forms
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
CONFERENCE TEAM LEADERS
- Alumni Awards: Dr. Kalvin Wall * awards@uncfnac.org * 252.289.5362
- Alumni Summit: Dr. Gregory Murphy * vpprograms@uncfnac.org
- Career Pathways: Dionte McClendon *Dionte.mcclendon@gmail.com* 713.231.6296
- Conference Logistics: Tony Hawkins * conference@uncfnac.org * 901.299.7353
- Coronation: Shakara Parks * coronation@uncfnac.org * 843.870.8171
- Legacy Gala: JoAnn Scott * nominations@uncfnac.org * 901.351.0376
- Pre-Alumni Councils * Tyler Davidson *npacadvisor@uncfnac.org * 404.723.0256
- Public Relations: Dr. Ro’chelle Williams * vppublicrelations@uncfnac.org * 202.510.8639
- Sponsorships: Sterling Washington * sterling.washington@uncf.org * 202.220.8882
- Vendors Market: Stephanie Jones* vendors@uncfnac.org * 609.760.6495
- Volunteers * Oneisha Hall * Oneisha_hall@yahoo.com * 769.798.4046
- Workshops Presenters: Dr. Gregory Murphy * vpprograms@uncfnac.org
FULL REGISTRATION FEE INCLUDES:
- Welcome Lunch (Thursday)
- J Crew “Dress for Success” (Thursday)
- Professional Headshots by Curtis McDowell (Thursday)
- Welcome Reception: “Homecoming” (Thursday evening)
- Continental Breakfast (Friday)
- Career Readiness (Friday)
- Journey to Success Lunch (Friday)
- Workshops by National Presenters (Friday & Saturday)
- Alumni Summit (Friday)
- UNCF Legacy Gala: The 80th) (Friday)
- Breakfast with Champions (Saturday)
- Miss National UNCF Coronation (Saturday)
- “Hour of Power” (Sunday)
CONFERENCE 2027 REGISTRATIONS
- Pre-alumni Registration Form
- Alumni/Affiliate Registration Form
- Sponsors Registration
- College Presidents Registration
- Career Pathways and Expo Registration and Participants
- Product Vendors Applications
- Miss National UNCF Forms
CONFERENCE 2027 ALUMNI AWARDS
These prestigious honors recognize exceptional individuals who have demonstrated outstanding dedication and impact—on their alma mater, within their communities, and through their commitment to the mission of UNCF.
Each participating institution selects one alumnus for the Hall of Honor (Outstanding Alumni Award) and one alumnus for the Outstanding Young Alumni Award.
These distinguished awards will be presented during the UNCF NAC Legacy Gala on Friday, February 26, 2027 • 7:30 p.m. Grand Ballroom, The Atlanta Hilton
CONFERENCE 2027 ALUMNI AWARDS
- 2027 NAC Conference: Outstanding Young Alumnus
- 2027 NAC Conference: Hall of Honor
- 2027 NAC Cecelia Washington Service Award
- 2027 NAC James E. Stamps Award
- 2027 Legacy Award
CONFERENCE 2027 STUDENT AWARDS
- 2027 William “Bill” McGill Male Student Award
- 2027 Ernest Fair- Charles Stevens Female Student Award
LEGACY AWARD
PRODUCT VENDORS APPLICATIONS
SPONSORS RESOURCES
- Sponsor Registration
- Sponsorship Packets
- FAQs
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