On Saturday, September 20, NSHSS welcomed members and their families to NYC, New York, for a Member Event at Columbia University!
This one-day event included a networking breakfast, engaging educational sessions, and a College & Career Fair. The event ended with the NSHSS Member Recognition Ceremony, where each member was honored and received an NSHSS medallion for their academic achievements!
This agenda is subject to change. Final details will be sent to ticket holders via Eventbrite 2 days before the event.
Attendees checked in with a digital or printed copy of their tickets, and members received name badges.
Attendees gathered information from College & Career Fair exhibitors. NSHSS provided a catered continental breakfast for all event participants to enjoy while they speak to exhibitors and other members!
NSHSS welcomed attendees to campus, and then members heard some helpful information about Columbia University
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The National Student Leadership Conference shared information about its exciting summer programs! The NSLC hosts career-focused leadership development conferences each summer for outstanding middle and high school students from all over the world. They provide opportunities to test drive a future career, develop critical leadership skills, hear from distinguished professionals, and experience life on a prestigious college campus in the US, Canada, and the UK, preparing students for their next steps in life while making new friends from across the globe.
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Attendees had the chance to gather information from College & Career Fair exhibitors, explore the Columbia campus, and visit nearby eateries for lunch on their own.
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Attendees learned about Columbia University’s academic enrichment programs for high school! Students delved into academic interests through exploratory coursework and connected with the Columbia community through activities and events. Students enrolled in grades 9–12 in fall 2025 were eligible to apply for the spring online 2026 term
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Multiple NSHSS Members discussed how they made their college and scholarship applications stand out from the rest of the applicant pool, and members learned valuable tips on showcasing their academic and community accomplishments!
Members heard congratulatory remarks and were invited on stage to receive their own NSHSS honor medallion as part of their induction into the society!
