35th Annual Robert D. Lynch Student Leadership Development Institute

Schedule

Fri, 17 Oct, 2025 at 04:00 pm to Sat, 18 Oct, 2025 at 10:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

HACC, Central Pennsylvania's Community College | Harrisburg, PA

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Get ready to level up your leadership skills at the 35th Annual Robert D. Lynch Student Leadership Development Institute!
About this Event

Welcome to the 35th Annual Robert D. Lynch Student Leadership Development Institute!

This exciting event will be held at HACC, Central Pennsylvania's Community College. Join us for two days filled with inspiring speakers, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities.

This year’s conference is designed to equip student leaders with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to create meaningful change on their campuses and beyond. Through interactive workshops, keynote speakers, and networking opportunities, attendees will explore how to Inspire others, Mobilize resources, Persevere through challenges, Achieve their goals, Change their environments for the better, and Transform their leadership potential into action. Whether you're leading a student organization, advocating for social change, or preparing for professional success, this conference will provide the tools and connections needed to maximize your IMPACT in your community and career.

Whether you're a seasoned leader or just starting your leadership journey, this institute is designed to help you grow and develop your skills.

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect with fellow students and learn from experienced professionals. Register now to secure your spot!


Friday, October 17

🕑: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Event Registration & Check-In @ HACC
🕑: 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
SLDI Orientation
🕑: 06:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Welcome Dinner & Keynote Address: Dr. Danielle N. Martin, Speaker
🕑: 07:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Transition & Networking Break
🕑: 08:00 PM - 09:30 PM
Workshop: Mobilizing for Change (S) | Leading from the Middle (A)

Info: Mobilizing for Change (Student Workshop):
You care. You speak up. But how do you move things forward? This session is for student leaders ready to turn passion into action. Learn how to mobilize others, build coalitions, and lead change that lasts—on campus and beyond.

Leading from the Middle (Advisor Workshop):
Advisors play a powerful role in shaping student leadership, especially in today’s social and political climate. This peer-driven session explores how advisors can support student activism, lead from behind the scenes, and stay grounded in the work of change.


🕑: 09:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Social Event: IMPACT Connections
Saturday, October 18

🕑: 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Breakfast & Morning Motivation - Speaker Joanna McClinton (invited)
🕑: 09:15 AM - 10:30 AM
Workshop Block #1
🕑: 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Workshop Block #2
🕑: 12:15 PM - 01:30 PM
Lunch & Leadership Roundtable
🕑: 01:45 PM - 02:30 PM
Networking & Vendors Fair
🕑: 02:45 PM - 04:00 PM
Workshop Block #3
🕑: 04:15 PM - 05:30 PM
Action Planning Session: Your Leadership IMPACT Plan
🕑: 05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Intermission & Wardrobe Reset (business formal attire preferred)
🕑: 06:30 PM - 08:15 PM
Dinner & Leadership Panel
🕑: 08:30 PM - 09:30 PM
The IMPACT Presentations: Leadership in Action
🕑: 09:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Closing Session & Final Call to Action
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Where is it happening?

HACC, Central Pennsylvania's Community College, 1 HACC Drive, Harrisburg, United States

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Tickets

USD 175.00

Pennsylvania Black Conference on Higher Education

Host or Publisher Pennsylvania Black Conference on Higher Education

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