Program and Schedule
Three days. Hundreds of colleagues from across California's 116 community colleges. Here's how it all comes together.
Wednesday
10.7.26
Opening Day
The summit starts here, and AI is front and center. The afternoon opens with a keynote and the MERGE Panel, where justice-impacted students share how AI training is changing their lives.
Then get hands-on in the Prompt Off, a whole-room working session where you'll collaborate with colleagues on real challenges in adult education. The day closes with a reception and evening networking.
Thursday
10.8.26
Summit Day
A full day of keynotes, peer-led sessions, and real conversations about what's working across California's noncredit landscape. Learn more about the conference tracks and workshops here.​​
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That evening, take part in a networking reception. If you have the energy, plan for a fun night out on the town.
Friday
10.9.26
Looking Forward
Friday shifts from practice to policy: hear directly from state leaders on where noncredit legislation and funding are headed, what's on the horizon for California's adult learners, and how to carry the momentum from this week back to your campus. Also hear about the various success stories about the Apprenticeship programs.
Wednesday, 10/7
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1:00 PM: Registration Opens
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2:00 PM: Keynote Speaker
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2:30 PM: AI & Second Chances Panel
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3:45 PM: AI Prompt Off
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4:45 PM: Closing Remarks
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5:00 PM: Welcome Reception
Thursday, 10/8
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8:00 AM: Breakfast & Registration
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9:00 AM: Sonya Christian Keynote
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10:00 AM: Break
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10:15 AM: Workshops - Session 1
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11:30 AM: Workshops - Session 2
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12:45 PM: Lunch
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2:00 PM: Workshops Session 3
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3:00 PM: Break
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3:30 PM: Workshops Session 4
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4:30 PM: Networking Event
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11:00 AM to 4:00 PM: AI Lab​​​​
Friday, 10/9
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8:00 AM: Breakfast
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9:00 AM: ETP & Apprenticeship Programs
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10:00 AM: Leveraging Chambers for Work-Based Opportunities
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10:30 AM: Student Panel
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11:30 AM: Closing Remarks​​​​​​​