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Dream Makers Summit

The Dream Makers Summit is a signature event celebrating the innovation, creativity, and scholarly research of our students. Join us on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 as we showcase bold ideas, groundbreaking student presentations, and dynamic alumni discussions. Don’t miss an opportunity to engage with emerging thought leaders and help shape the future of STEM, business, entrepreneurship, and the humanities!

Save the Date

The 2026 Dream Makers Summit is Coming!

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

About the Summit

Student Presenter Guidelines & Application

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: March 3, 2026
Submit your abstract for the 2026 Morehouse College Dream Makers Summit! Showcase your research and contribute to this prestigious event.
What to Expect

🔹 Student Presentations – Discover cutting-edge research and academic excellence.
🔹 Entrepreneurial Showcase – See student-led innovations in action.
🔹 Lightning Talks – Quick, insightful presentations on emerging ideas and trends.
🔹 Alumni Panel Discussion – Gain wisdom and inspiration from Morehouse graduates.
🔹 Lunch & Learn Sessions – Introduce students to internships, jobs, and mentorship programs.

Schedule

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE

TIME	SESSION
8:30 AM-9:15 AM	Registration
9:30 AM-9:45 AM	Opening Remarks
9:45 AM-10:15 AM	Keynote Address
10:30 AM – 11:50 PM	Poster Presentations I
12:00 PM-12:50 PM	Lunch and Learn Sessions
1:00 PM-2:15 PM	Poster Presentations II
2:30 PM- 3:45 PM	Oral Presentations: Lightening Talks & Performances
4:00 PM-5:00 PM	Alumni Panel Discussion
5:15 PM-5:45 PM	Closing Remarks

Volunteer
Volunteers are needed to make the 2026 Dream Makers Summit a success.

Types of volunteers needed:
- Event Set-Up
- Event Set-Up 2
- Event Breakdown
- Registration
- Poster Check-In
- Ushers
- Poster Judges
- Lightening Talk Judges
- Entrepreneurship Judges

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: March 3, 2026

Submit your abstract for the 2026 Morehouse College Dream Makers Summit! Showcase your research and contribute to this prestigious event.

🔹 Student Presentations – Discover cutting-edge research and academic excellence.
🔹 Entrepreneurial Showcase – See student-led innovations in action.
🔹 Lightning Talks – Quick, insightful presentations on emerging ideas and trends.
🔹 Alumni Panel Discussion – Gain wisdom and inspiration from Morehouse graduates.
🔹 Lunch & Learn Sessions – Introduce students to internships, jobs, and mentorship programs.

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE

TIME	SESSION
8:30 AM-9:15 AM	Registration
9:30 AM-9:45 AM	Opening Remarks
9:45 AM-10:15 AM	Keynote Address
10:30 AM – 11:50 PM	Poster Presentations I
12:00 PM-12:50 PM	Lunch and Learn Sessions
1:00 PM-2:15 PM	Poster Presentations II
2:30 PM- 3:45 PM	Oral Presentations: Lightening Talks & Performances
4:00 PM-5:00 PM	Alumni Panel Discussion
5:15 PM-5:45 PM	Closing Remarks