Philadelphia: A Global Education Hub Conference

Help Shape Greater Philadelphia's Global Innovation Agenda for 2027
About this Event

Join International House Philadelphia Nov. 11-12 at Temple University for the inaugural Philadelphia: A Global Education Hub Conference.

Higher education, business, government and civic leaders will come together to discuss how Greater Philadelphia can strengthen its position as a destination for international education, talent and innovation.

Through workshops, panels and roundtables, participants will explore international student attraction and support, employment opportunities, entrepreneurship, AI, community connections and the policies affecting international education.

Why attend?

• Help identify priorities for Greater Philadelphia's 2027 Global Innovation Agenda.
• Meet leaders from universities, businesses, government and civic organizations.
• Explore practical approaches to attracting, supporting and retaining international students and scholars.
• Connect with potential partners and contribute to discussions about the region's future.

Nov. 11-12, 2026

Howard Gittis Student Center,

Temple University 1755 N. 13th St., Philadelphia

With generous support from:

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Day 1 Agenda

🕑: 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Registration + Networking Breakfast
🕑: 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Welcome Remarks + Opening Plenary
🕑: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Morning Sessions
🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 AM
Lunch + Coffee
🕑: 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Afternoon Sessions
🕑: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Open Session: Guest Speaker
🕑: 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Networking Happy Hour
Day 2 Agenda

🕑: 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Registration + Networking Breakfast
🕑: 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Welcome Remarks + Opening Plenary
🕑: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Morning Sessions
🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Lunch + Coffee
🕑: 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Afternoon Sessions
🕑: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Open Session + Closing Plenary