| Saturday, January 31, 2026 Itinerary | |
|---|---|
| 8:30 AM | Check-in & Breakfast | Zion Room, Holland Centennial Commons (HCCLIB) |
| 9:15 AM | Welcome |
| 9:30 AM | Keynote Speaker | Zion Room, Holland Centennial Commons |
| 10:15 AM | Transition |
| 10:30 AM | Breakout Session #1 | General Classroom Building (GCB) |
| 11:15 AM | Transition |
| 11:25 PM | Breakout Session #2 | General Classroom Building |
| 12:10 PM | Transition |
| 12:25 PM | Activity | Gym, Student Activity Center (SAC) |
| 1:05 PM | Transition |
| 1:20 PM | Lunch | Zion Room, Holland Centennial Commons |
| 2:20 PM | Closing Remarks | Zion Room, Holland Centennial Commons |
| 2:30 PM | Social | Zion Room, Holland Centennial Commons |
BREAKOUT SESSIONS
SESSION 1 - 10:30-11:15 AM
GCB Rm 118 – Volunteer Recruitment Model, Presented by: BYU
Grounded in the philosophy that everyone starts somewhere, this breakout explores how BYU Student Alumni approaches volunteer recruitment through personal connection, authentic invitations, and relationship-driven leadership. Attendees will gain insight into how fostering belonging, unity, and purpose helps build and sustain engaged volunteers.
GCB Rm 120 – Igniting Personal Growth, Presented by: Weber State
An exploration of the connection between personal development and effective team growth. Participants will consider the role of self-awareness, intentional change, and individual responsibility in shaping healthy, high-functioning teams. The session also highlights how leaders can foster a culture of self-growth and development, and why personal growth matters at every level of leadership.
GCB Rm 122 – Building Alumni Culture and Community through Service, Presented by: University of Utah
Philanthropy is the ultimate bridge-builder. By leveraging the weight of a university brand to meet real community needs, student leaders can create a multiplier effect that strengthens both internal bonds and the wider alumni network. This presentation provides a blueprint for “Magnetic Service”—strategies that transform standard volunteer shifts into the highlight of the student experience. We will discuss how to identify strategic alliances and amplify your mission, making the university’s impact tangible to the community and the campus alike.
SESSION 2 - 11:25 AM -12:10 PM
GCB Rm 118 – From Campus to Community, Presented by: Utah Tech University
This session focuses on how campus events can move beyond attendance to build a stronger sense of community that includes both students and alumni. Participants will consider how environment, traditions, and intentional planning shape meaningful experiences that foster connection and belonging. The discussion highlights ways student organizations can design events that feel inclusive, create lasting traditions, and strengthen relationships across campus, alumni, and the community.
GCB Rm 120 – Building a Student Alumni Leadership Pipeline, Presented by: Utah State University
This session focuses on developing student leaders and creating a pathway for involvement in leadership roles. Participants will explore strategies for fostering growth, mentoring emerging leaders, and building a sustainable pipeline of engaged students. The session emphasizes how intentional development and support can prepare students to step confidently into leadership positions and strengthen the long-term impact of student organizations.
GCB Rm 122 – PAL Meetings: Effective Meetings in a Leadership Team, Presented by: BYU
This breakout focuses on what makes leadership team meetings effective. Participants will explore strategies for creating clear agendas, encouraging participation, and fostering alignment within a leadership team.
Keynote Speaker
Nicole Robison, Swig Founder
Nicole Robison grew up as the fifth of eight children on a farm in Teton Valley, Idaho, where she learned the grit and determination that still drive her today. After earning her associate’s degree from Ricks College (now BYU–Idaho), she poured her boundless energy into raising five incredible children (and now delights in eight grandchildren).
In 2010, Nicole turned her simple love of Diet Coke, pebble ice, and meaningful connection into something extraordinary: Swig. What began as one small drive-thru has grown — through her relentless vision and leadership — into a beloved national brand with more than 150 locations in 15 states and counting.
Her journey hasn’t been without challenges. At 37, Nicole faced breast cancer, overcoming both the disease and the crushing medical debt it left behind thanks to an anonymous donor’s generosity. That life-changing moment fueled her passion not only to build Swig but also to give back. Today, through Swig’s Save The Cups campaign, Nicole helps lift the financial burdens of women battling breast cancer — paying forward the kindness she once received.
When she’s not leading Swig or championing Save The Cups, you’ll find Nicole exploring the world with her husband, hiking rim-to-rim in the Grand Canyon, or soaking up time with her growing family. Her motto says it all: Life is a gift — make it count by loving deeply, connecting often, and chasing every dream.
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