On Saturday, February 7, NSHSS members and their families joined us in Austin, Texas, for a Member Event at The University of Texas at Austin!
This one-day event included:
Members learned more about UT, spoke to university representatives, and discovered why this SEC university is one of the highest-ranking public Universities in the country!
Check out the event agenda!
Attendees will check in with a digital or printed copy of their tickets, and members will receive name badges.
Attendees will be able to gather information from College & Career Fair exhibitors. NSHSS will provide a catered continental breakfast for all event participants to enjoy while they speak to exhibitors and other members!
Member Event emcee will officially kick off this event by introducing NSHSS staff onsite, our event volunteers, and Social Media Takeover Ambassadors!
Attendees will gain a clear understanding of how personalized college advising can give students a meaningful edge in the college application process. You’ll learn how one-on-one guidance from experienced advisors supports students at every stage, from crafting standout admissions essays to navigating financial aid and preparing for alumni interviews.
By the end of the session, you’ll understand how individualized advising helps students from all backgrounds approach college applications with confidence, clarity, and a strategic plan tailored to their goals.
Horton Test Prep explains how strong SAT scores can significantly reduce the cost of college through merit-based scholarships. Families will learn which score ranges unlock meaningful financial aid, why even small score increases matter, and how students can prepare strategically to maximize results. Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of how higher SAT scores translate into real scholarship opportunities and practical steps to achieve them.
Unlock the secrets to apply, afford, and succeed in college admissions. Get the roadmap for crucial strategies, navigating deadlines, maximizing acceptance opportunities, and demystifying the financial aid landscape, essential for everyone regardless of graduation year.
As an NSHSS family, you’ve already demonstrated a commitment to academic excellence. This workshop helps you turn strong performance into a clear, strategic college admissions plan.
Hear directly from a University of Texas admissions representative in this session covering admissions requirements, application tips, academic programs, and financial aid, etc., with time for questions at the end
We invite you to return to our college & career fair and continue conversations with admissions representatives and other top corporate leaders, tour and explore the UT campus, and visit nearby eateries for lunch on your own.
Hear from a panel of NSHSS Scholarship winners about how to find and apply for scholarships and stand out in your applications!
The National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC) is an immersive summer experience for middle and high school students to explore their interests, discover their passions, and cultivate their leadership skills. Founded in 1989 and sponsored by the National Student Leadership Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering and inspiring the next generation of leaders, the NSLC brings thousands of students together each summer for programs that offer hands-on, experiential learning across a range of academic and professional disciplines.
NSHSS members will hear from students at UT about their transition to college, what it takes to be a successful student at UT, and what life is like on campus, with a live Q&A!
Attendees will learn how Summer Discovery offers immersive college experiences through access to top universities, rigorous academic courses, and opportunities for personal growth, helping students build skills, connections, and confidence before college.
NSHSS Scholarship Winners will be recognized, members will hear congratulatory remarks and then receive their own NSHSS honor medallion in our culminating MRC!
Exhibitor Agenda: Saturday, February 7, 2026
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM: Exhibitor Set-up
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM: Networking Breakfast and College & Career Fair
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Exhibitor Move-out
Main Stage (exhibitors who are also speaking will present here): Shirley Bird Perry Ballroom
Exhibitor Space: Quadrangle Room
You can enter through the main entrance or through the loading dock area that leads you next to the Quad Room.
*There will be a tent card on your booth with your organization's name on it. This is the table you can set up.
All exhibitors can use the room block listed above; we do not have separate room blocks for exhibitors.
University of Texas at Austin 2308 Whitis Ave.
Austin, Texas 78712
ATTN: Gary Wexler, Asst Director of Hospitality & Events
Plan to park in the San Antonio Garage (SAG), the Rowling Hall Garage (RHG), or the Conference Center Garage (CCG). Parking fees will range from $3-$21 MAX for the day.
All outstanding exhibitor fees will need to be paid before the event. Failure to complete payment may result in removal from the exhibit hall.
We require pre-registration for our exhibit hall. If you arrive without registering, we may not have a booth available.
The use of the Texas Union at The University of Texas at Austin does not imply sponsorship or endorsement by The University of Texas of the event nor the organization presenting the event.
