August 6 – 8, 2026
University of California, Berkeley • Berkeley, California
For Umoja students from across the state
Leadership development • Community building • Student empowerment
| What | Details |
|---|---|
| Housing Check-In | Thursday, August 6 • 12:00 pm – 1:15 pm • Unit 2, Griffiths Hall |
| Umoja Registration | Thursday, August 6 • 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm • Pauley Ballroom West, MLK Jr. Student Union |
| Bring With You | Government-issued photo ID (required for room keys), medications in original containers, toiletries and shower shoes, refillable water bottle, chargers, light jacket, comfortable walking shoes |
| Meals | Crossroads Dining Commons • Day 3 lunch in Pauley Ballroom West • First meal provided is Thursday dinner |
| Housing Check-Out | Saturday, August 8 • by 11:00 am • Griffiths Hall front desk |
| Walking Distance | Unit 2 to MLK Student Union is about an 11-minute walk |
| Emergency | Call 911 first, then notify Umoja staff as soon as it is safe to do so |
About the Summit
The Umoja Community Education Foundation is excited to announce the 2026 Umoja Student Leadership Summit, taking place August 6–8, 2026 at the University of California, Berkeley. This annual student-centered experience brings together Umoja students from across the state for leadership development, community building, cultural engagement, and personal growth.
Through interactive workshops, student-centered presentations, collaborative learning experiences, and intentional community-building activities, participants will strengthen their leadership skills while deepening their connection to the Umoja community. SLS encourages students to see themselves as leaders capable of creating meaningful change on their campuses and in their communities.
What to Expect
Students will participate in leadership workshops, wellness sessions, courageous conversations, campus team planning, cultural celebration, and evening community-building activities. The summit is intentionally designed to support belonging, skill-building, and action — helping students return to their campuses with renewed purpose and practical strategies for impact.
Summit Location
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, California
Students will gather on campus for three days of leadership learning, cultural grounding, relationship building, and action planning.
Summit Programming Schedule
Please note: Times, session titles, and room assignments may be adjusted as planning is finalized. Check your Student or Coordinator Guide for the most current version on site.
| Time | Event | Room |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 – 1:15 pm | Arrival, Check-In & Residence Hall Move-In Housing distributes keys and meal cards. Students settle into rooms. |
Unit 2, Griffiths Hall |
| 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Registration
|
Pauley Ballroom West |
| 2:10 – 3:00 pm | Opening Ceremony & Umoja Welcome Circle
|
Pauley Ballroom West |
| 3:15 – 4:15 pm | What Kind of Leader Am I?
|
Pauley Ballroom West |
| 4:15 – 4:45 pm | Building Your Village — Networking & Community Connections Alumni Panel |
Pauley Ballroom West |
| 4:45 – 5:15 pm | Building Your Village — Networking & Community Connections Campus Organizations |
Pauley Ballroom West |
| 5:30 – 6:30 pm | Campus Scavenger Hunt
|
Begins in Pauley Ballroom West |
| 6:30 – 7:30 pm | Dinner | Crossroads Dining Commons |
| 8:00 – 9:15 pm | Community Engagement: The Cookout Relationships form here. |
Unit 2 Lounge |
| Time | Event | Room |
|---|---|---|
| 8:00 – 9:00 am | Breakfast | Crossroads Dining Commons |
| 9:00 – 9:15 am | Morning Wellness Session Optional |
Near Pauley Ballroom / Outdoor |
| 9:30 – 9:35 am | Welcome & Introduction of Alumni Speaker | Pauley Ballroom West |
| 9:35 – 10:05 am | Student Alumni Speaker | Pauley Ballroom West |
| 10:10 – 10:40 am | Keynote Speaker | Pauley Ballroom West |
| 11:00 – 11:50 am | Leadership Workshop Block 1 — choose one
|
Social Sciences Building |
| 12:15 – 1:15 pm | Lunch | Crossroads Dining Commons |
| 1:40 – 2:30 pm | Leadership Workshop Block 2 — choose one
|
Social Sciences Building |
| 3:00 – 4:30 pm | Courageous Conversations | Pauley Ballroom West |
| 4:45 – 5:45 pm | Student Action Lab
|
Pauley Ballroom West |
| 6:30 – 7:30 pm | Dinner | Crossroads Dining Commons |
| 8:00 – 9:15 pm | Community Engagement Relationships form here. |
Unit 2 Lounge |
| Time | Event | Room |
|---|---|---|
| 8:00 – 9:00 am | Breakfast Check out of Housing and store luggage before returning to Pauley. |
Crossroads Dining Commons |
| 10:00 – 10:15 am | Welcome & Opening | Pauley Ballroom West |
| 10:15 – 11:15 am | Envisioning My Future Self
|
Pauley Ballroom West |
| 11:30 – 12:15 pm | 90 Day Action Plans
|
Pauley Ballroom West |
| 12:15 – 12:45 pm | Lunch | Pauley Ballroom West |
| 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Closing & Awards
|
Pauley Ballroom West |