ABOUT THE SYMPOSIUM

The UNC System Advancement Symposium is an annual professional development event that brings together Advancement professionals from all 17 UNC System campuses and affiliated entities. Hosted on a rotating campus, the Symposium offers opportunities for learning, networking, and collaboration across the Advancement field.

Designed to serve professionals at every level, the Symposium features broad-based sessions as well as targeted content tailored to specific areas of Advancement. The 2026 Advancement Symposium will include conference topics in the following areas:

• Leadership
• Annual, Major, Planned, and Principal Giving
• Donor and Alumni Relations
• Stewardship
• Advancement Operations and Advancement Services
• Communications & Marketing
• Corporate and Foundation Relations