Join the Virginia Nursing Students’ Association for the 2026 Council of Student Leaders (COSL) Summit at Liberty University! COSL is a statewide leadership event designed to bring together nursing student leaders, chapter members, and future nurse advocates from across Virginia for a day of collaboration, professional development, networking, and inspiration.
This year’s theme, “Lead With Purpose,” focuses on building stronger chapters, stronger leaders, and stronger futures within nursing leadership. Attendees will participate in interactive workshops, leadership discussions, advocacy sessions, networking opportunities, and collaborative roundtable conversations focused on real challenges facing student nursing organizations today.
Whether you are a current chapter officer, active member, or student interested in future leadership opportunities, COSL offers practical tools, meaningful connections, and ideas you can bring back to your chapter and campus community.
Attendees can expect:
• Leadership development workshops
• Networking with nursing students from across Virginia
• Chapter growth and engagement strategies
• Advocacy and professional voice discussions
• Interactive breakout sessions and activities
• Professional development opportunities
• VNSA updates, convention information, and leadership resources
📍 Liberty University — Lynchburg, Virginia
🗓 Saturday, October 24, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
We look forward to connecting with the next generation of nurse leaders and creating meaningful impact together through leadership, service, and collaboration.