2026 Brothers of Excellence Conference Program Proposal Form

Greetings

The 10th Annual Brothers of Excellence Conference (2026) will take place on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 10:00am-5:30pm in Sykes Student Union at 110. W Rosedale Avenue, West Chester, PA, 19382.

The Brothers of Excellence Conference was created to identify a social issue that impacts Men of Color, explore their civic leadership roles in connection with their multiple identities, and recognize resources and individuals to create a sense of community of support on campus. This year's theme for the conference is "Legacy & Leadership: Preparing the Next Generation".

Please complete this form to submit a proposal for a 45–55-minute breakout session.

Timeline:

Program Submissions are due March 11th, 2026.
The BOE planning committee will review proposals.
Presenters will be notified of program decisions March 13th, 2026.

Presenter information

Chosen Name *

Last Name *

Current Title

Level of Experience *

Institution, Organization or Corporation

Email Address *

Phone Number

Will there be another presenter

Yes

2nd presenters' information (skip page if there is only one presenter)

If you have more than 2 presenters, please send an email to rbates@wcupa.edu with their information.

Chosen Name

Last Name

Current Title

Level of Experience

Institution, Organization or Corporation

Email Address

Phone Number

Program Details

Please fill in the details of your proposed program below. The program sessions are designed to be 45-55 minutes.

Here are few topic ideas for program sessions:

1. The Power of Brotherhood in Leadership

Trust & Collaboration: Brotherhood creates a foundation of trust, allowing leaders to work together more effectively.
Empowerment: Strong relationships enable leaders to empower others, fostering growth within the network.
Mentorship & Accountability: Leaders within a brotherhood mentor others, holding them accountable to their goals.

2. Building a Network That Transcends Boundaries

Diversity & Inclusion: A network that embraces diversity across industries, cultures, and backgrounds leads to richer growth.
Global Connections: Breaking geographical boundaries to form relationships that expand opportunities on a global scale.
Cross-Industry Growth: Connections across different fields help identify innovative solutions and diverse growth opportunities.

3. Growing Together: Collective vs. Individual Growth

Shared Goals: Collective growth is fueled by setting and achieving common goals as a group.
Mutual Support: When individuals help one another, personal growth accelerates alongside the group’s success.
Collaboration Over Competition: Building a community where collaboration takes precedence over competition, leading to shared success.

4. Leadership Through Connection: Leading with Empathy and Trust

Emotional Intelligence: Leaders who understand and relate to the emotions and experiences of others foster stronger connections.
Leading by Example: Trust is earned when leaders demonstrate the behaviors they expect from their network.
Influence Without Authority: Leadership is not just about position; it’s about inspiring and motivating through connection and influence.

5. Breaking Barriers: Overcoming Challenges Together

Resilience: Strong networks help individuals bounce back from setbacks, providing support when facing challenges.
Unified Strength: When a brotherhood faces adversity, collective efforts lead to overcoming obstacles more effectively.
Problem-Solving Together: Collaborating as a group allows for creative solutions to challenges that may seem insurmountable alone.

6. Creating a Legacy Through Brotherhood

Long-Term Relationships: Strong networks built on brotherhood have a lasting impact, often spanning generations.
Values of Leadership: A legacy of leadership is created when the network shares and upholds core values.
Cultural Impact: The brotherhood cultivates a culture of service and leadership, passing down lessons to future generations.

7. The Role of Communication in Building Strong Connections

Active Listening: Effective communication starts with listening, which fosters deeper understanding and connection.
Transparency: Honest, open communication builds trust, creating a stronger network where people feel valued.
Conflict Resolution: Good communication helps resolve misunderstandings and ensures healthy relationships within the group.

Program Title *

Program Abstract:

Please give a short overview of what your presentation will be about (5 sentences). This will be started in the program guide to help attendees learn more about your session. *

Program Learning Outcomes:
Learning outcomes are statements that identify what participants will learn or be able to do as a result of attending your presentation. These learning outcomes are used extensively in the review process and help ensure that the programs selected meet the needs of our attendees.

Program Outline:

We encourage you to be specific in describing your presentation plan (e.g. include activities, literature references, content areas, audience engagement strategies, etc.). Please include a breakdown of how much time you will dedicate to each activity or segment.

Please let us know if you have a time preference for your program session: *

11:40am to 12:30pm

1:40PM – 2:30 PM

No preference

Audience Focus *

Undergraduate students

Graduate students

New Profesionals

All

Do you need any accomendations?