Event: Support Programs Leadership Conference 2026
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- Friday, March 13, 2026
- 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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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
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
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
Student Rights and Responsibilities, Advocate
“Under Construction: Rebuilding What You Tore Down”
Jeremiah Stinnett
Senior Manager, Case Management Studio
“The Power of Resilience: How Persistence Drives Us and Defines Us”
Timothy McDuffie
Associate Dean of Transfer Skills Development and Pathway Success
“Bachelor Bound Boss: Your Transfer Journey”
Dr. Jacqueline Boney Taylor
Career and Transfer Skills Development Specialist
“Are You a Leader? Owning Your Blueprint Through Leadership Accountability”
Jaylynn West
Intercultural Global and Student Engagement, Coordinator
“To Be Real: Empowering Authenticity in Professional Connections”
Louis Whatley
Professional Counselor, Counseling & Psychological Services
“Hope In the Cope: For Better Mental Health”
Joshua Cheavious
"Building Confidence for Your Legacy"
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