Event: Support Programs Leadership Conference 2026

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  • Friday, March 13, 2026
  • 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

       
  • Richland Campus
    12800 Abrams Road, Dallas TX 75243

Engage with us at the Support Programs Leadership Conference to build your network, strengthen your skills and begin designing your legacy.

Support Programs Leadership Conference 2026
The Blueprint: Designing your Legacy

Friday, March 13, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Richland Campus, Red River Hall 1213

Register to claim your spot today!

Join us for a day of connection, inspiration and growth. Hear from an engaging panel and take part in workshops on mental health, leadership and empowerment. Breakfast and lunch will be provided to all in-person attendees.

Your blueprint begins now.

Agenda

  • 8-9 a.m. - Arrival and Check-in
  • 9-9:15 a.m. - Breakfast and Coffee Chats
  • 9:15-9:25 a.m. - Opening Address/Welcome
  • 9:30-10:20 a.m. - 1st Breakout Session
  • 10:30-11:20 a.m. - 2nd  Breakout Session
  • 11:30 a.m.-12:20 p.m. - 3rd  Breakout Session
  • 12:30-1:10 p.m. - Lunch 
  • 1:10-2:00 p.m. - Panel Discussion 
  • 2:15 p.m. - Closing Address and Assessments 

Breakout Sessions

Each session will be held during all three breakout times. Pick which three you would like to attend. 

  • “Are You a Leader? Owning Your Blueprint through Leadership Accountability”
    Presenter: Dr. Jacqueline Boney Taylor
    Room: RR1215
  • “To Be Real: Empowering Authenticity in Professional Connections”
    Presenter: Jaylynn West and Sean Guinyard
    Room: RR1216
  • "Under Construction: Rebuilding What You Tore Down"
    Presenter: Curtis Lee
    Room: RR1226
  • “The Power of Resilience: How Persistence Drives Us and Defines Us”
    Presenter: Jeremiah Stinnett
    Room: Room 12261224
  • “Bachelor Bound Boss: Your Transfer Journey"
    Presenter: Timothy McDuffie
    Room: RR1225
  • Hope In the Cope: For Better Mental Health
    Presenter: Louis Whatley
    Room: RR1217
  • "Building Confidence for Your Legacy"
    Presenter: Joshua Cheavious
    Room: RR1218

Presenters

Curtis Lee Curtis Lee 
Student Rights and Responsibilities, Advocate 
“Under Construction: Rebuilding What You Tore Down”

Jeremiah Stinnett Jeremiah Stinnett 
Senior Manager, Case Management Studio 
“The Power of Resilience: How Persistence Drives Us and Defines Us”

Timothy McDuffie Timothy McDuffie 
Associate Dean of Transfer Skills Development and Pathway Success 
“Bachelor Bound Boss: Your Transfer Journey”

Jacqueline Boney Taylor Dr. Jacqueline Boney Taylor 
Career and Transfer Skills Development Specialist 
“To Be Real: Empowering Authenticity in Professional Connections”

Jaylynn West Jaylynn West 
Intercultural Global and Student Engagement, Coordinator 
“To Be Real: Empowering Authenticity in Professional Connections”

Louis Whatley Louis Whatley 
Professional Counselor, Counseling & Psychological Services 
“Hope In the Cope: For Better Mental Health”

Joshua Cheavious Joshua Cheavious
"Building Confidence for Your Legacy"

 

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