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Wednesday, February 11, 2026
10th - 12th Grade

Registration will be open November 1st - February 1st, or until maximum capacity is reached.

High School Leadership Conference (HSLC) is an on campus event hosted by qualified Auburn University students for high school students in Alabama and surrounding states. The purpose of this conference is to give high school students the tools they need to become successful leaders in both their schools and communities. We accomplish this mission through breakout sessions, guest speakers, service learning as well as team building exercises that are designed to develop each students' character and challenge their leadership abilities. Our goal is for students to leave more confident in their leadership skills and for students to use these skills to make their school and community a better place.

Any student currently in high school (10th – 12th grade) is invited to join us for a day of leadership, fun and fellowship!

Conference check-in will take place from 8:30 A.M. to 9:15 A.M.

The conference will begin at 9:30 A.M. and will end at 2:45 P.M.

IMPORTANT NOTE: When arranging transportation, please note that all times mentioned are in Central Standard Time.

2025-2026 HSLC Student Executive Leadership Board:

  • President: Salena Marino
  • Vice President: Sophie Gillilan
  • Director of Programming: Anna Bishop
  • Director of Marketing: Lauren Eades
  • Head Conference Counselors: Samuel Brown and Estela Claire Padgett
Speakers
Dr. Hollie Cost
Dr. Hollie C. Cost
Assistant Vice President, University Outreach
Patrick George
Patrick George
Coordinator of Leadership Programs, Student Involvement
Robb Taylor
Robb Taylor
Head Coach, Wheelchair Basketball
Past Speakers
John Cohen
John Cohen
Athletic Director
Dr. Royrickers Cook
Dr. Royrickers Cook

Associate Provost and Vice President, University Outreach

Dr. Lady Cox
Dr. Lady Cox
Associate Vice President, Student Affairs
Liz Huntley
Liz Huntley

AU Board of Trustees

Vini Nathan
Dr. Vini Nathan

Provost and Senior Vice President, Academic Affairs

John Riley
John Riley

AU Football

Dr. Bobby R. Woodard
Dr. Bobby R. Woodard
Senior Vice President, Student Affairs
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