The HBCU Civic Fabric: Gathering to Learn, Empowered to Lead

Join us for the 2027 Strada HBCU Leadership Summit — a premier gathering dedicated to excellence, community, and the power of HBCU leadership. The Summit brings together scholars, presidents, chancellors, and institutional leaders from across the Strada HBCU Initiative for a transformative weekend of professional, personal, and civic development.

Agenda at a Glance

Friday, April 2, 2027

1:00 PM: Registration Open

2:30 PM: Welcome

3:00 - 4:30 PM: Open Doors Workshop with Kester Crosse II, MD

5:30 - 6:30 PM: Open Doors Applications Reception

6:30 - 7:30 PM: Dinner

7:30 - 8:45 PM: Navigating Career Pathways Conversation

8:45 - 9:00 PM: Institution Check-In

9:00 - 10:00 PM: Yard Night at the Summit

Saturday, April 3, 2027

8:15 AM: Breakfast and Day Ahead

9:00 AM - 12:30 PM: Concurrent Breakout Sessions

12:30 - 12:45 PM: Cohort Photos

12:45 - 1:30 PM: Lunch + The Why Behind Civic Engagement

2:00 - 6:00 PM: Explore & Engage: Civic and Cultural Excursions

6:30 PM: Dinner

7:00 - 8:15 PM: Senior Recognition Ceremony and Closing

8:30 - 10:30 PM: Strada HBCU Closing Celebration

Sunday, April 4, 2027

7:30 - 9:00 AM: Continental Breakfast Available

All Day: Departure