
The Pacific Northwest
Student Leadership Conference
This conference is a unique opportunity for student leaders from across WSU and the Pacific Northwest to meet each other. Expect inspiring speakers and workshops designed to help you become a better leader on campus and in your communities. Curious what you'll learn? Meet your Keynote speakers below!
Elevate your leadership style.
Students will learn about some of the most impactful styles to lead and walk away discovering which style fits them best as well as craft an action plan for implementing it into their school year and areas of involvement.
Latest Event
Date: October 4, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Location: The Spark
Lunch: Provided
Cost: Free for all WSU Pullman & WSU Global Students. $25 for WSU Everett, WSU Spokane, WSU Tri-Cities, and WSU Vancouver. $40 for all non-WSU institutions.
Fall '25 Keynotes
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Building Bridges: Navigating Civil Discourse and Difficult Conversations.
In this powerful keynote, Eboné Bell equips audiences with the tools to engage in meaningful, respectful dialogue, especially when conversations are tough. Centered on allyship, empathy, and active listening, the session introduces a three-step process for navigating difficult conversations and a four-step framework for resolving conflict.
Participants will:
- Learn principles of civil discourse and inclusive communication.
- Practice empathetic listening and perspective-taking.
- Gain actionable strategies for fostering inclusive, respectful environments.
- Apply real-world solutions through interactive post-workshop activities.
This keynote is ideal for anyone seeking to become a more effective communicator and inclusive leader in today’s diverse world.
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Be a Leader You Would Follow
In this thought-provoking keynote, Corey Ciocchetti challenges conventional leadership training by shifting the focus from buzzwords and theories to what truly matters: values and character. With warmth and clarity, Corey explores the foundational traits that define ethical and practical leadership, courage, compassion, honesty, fairness, and loyalty.
Rather than asking how to lead, Corey asks a deeper question: Would you follow someone like yourself? Through this lens, he guides audiences to reflect on their character and the kind of leader they aspire to be.
Participants will:
- Learn the five essential character traits of strong, ethical leaders
- Understand how values-based leadership creates trust and influence
- Reflect on personal growth and the impact of everyday choices
- Leave inspired to lead with integrity, empathy, and purpose
This keynote resonates with professionals and students alike. It offers a refreshing and practical approach to leadership that goes beyond titles because the best leaders are those who lead with character.
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