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BAC2026 NATIONAL CONFERENCE at the university of pittsburgh
bac2026 save the date: may 28-31, 2026
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We are proud to announce that the University of Pittsburgh and the Pitt African American Alumni Council (AAAC) will host the Black Alumni Collective (BAC) 2026 Convening. This national gathering brings together Black alumni leaders, university partners, and advocates committed to strengthening Black alumni networks and shaping the future of higher education. Hosting the Convening affirms the Black Alumni Collective's ongoing commitment to celebrating Black excellence, fostering belonging, and elevating voices within our alumni community.
Note: This conference is open to all Pitt community members and invited guests, and operates consistent with the University of Pittsburgh’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. All are welcome.
see you in pittsburgh!
SCHEDULE OVERVIEW
(Please note that this draft will be updated shortly).
Thursday, May 28
Arrival Day: Top Golf (1:00PM-4:00PM) and Welcome Reception (6:00 PM – 8:00 PM)
Friday, May 29
Full Conference Sessions – All Day
Evening Social at the August Wilson African American Cultural Center
Saturday, May 30
Full Conference Sessions – All Day
Evening Closing Celebration at Pitt’s Alumni Hall
Sunday, May 31
Worship Service (8:30AM – 10:00AM) & Departure
what to exPECt
- A dynamic and welcoming environment designed to connect Black alumni leaders from across the country.
- Workshops, keynote speakers, cultural excursions, and collaborative opportunities with alumni from schools across the country, faculty, students, and community partners.
- Celebrations that highlight our collective Black alumni legacy—past, present, and future.
- Opportunities to strengthen national networks and exchange strategies that uplift Black students and alumni within higher education.
FEATURED SPEAKERS
- Janet M. Stovall, CDE, Diversity & Inclusion Strategist (Friday Morning Keynote)
- Dr. James Martin II, Chancellor, North Carolina A&T State University (Saturday Morning Keynote)
- Alyia Gaskins, Mayor of Alexandria, Virginia (Trailblazer Award Recipient)
- La’Tasha D. Mayes, Pennsylvania House of Representatives
JOIN THE BAC2026 CONFERENCE! MAY 28-31, 2026
JOIN THE PLANNING COMMITTEE
JOIN THE PLANNING COMMITTEE
JOIN THE PLANNING COMMITTEE
Our BAC2026 Planning Committee meets once a month to steer conference planning, offer insight on the conference agenda, and identify strategies for outreach and engagement for alumni, students, and organizations. This year, we are launching tracks for high school and college students, which will make this conference extra special. Your
Our BAC2026 Planning Committee meets once a month to steer conference planning, offer insight on the conference agenda, and identify strategies for outreach and engagement for alumni, students, and organizations. This year, we are launching tracks for high school and college students, which will make this conference extra special. Your ideas and guidance are welcome, and we invite alumni from schools across the country to join!
SAVE THE DATE
JOIN THE PLANNING COMMITTEE
JOIN THE PLANNING COMMITTEE
Conference dates are May 28-31, 2026, the week after Memorial Day weekend.
We are grateful to the University of Pittsburgh Alumni Association and the Pittsburgh African-American alumni Association (Pitt AAAC) for hosting us in 2026.
Many thanks to our 2026 National Conference Co-Chairs, Thomas Brooks and Antonio Quarterman for their work
Conference dates are May 28-31, 2026, the week after Memorial Day weekend.
We are grateful to the University of Pittsburgh Alumni Association and the Pittsburgh African-American alumni Association (Pitt AAAC) for hosting us in 2026.
Many thanks to our 2026 National Conference Co-Chairs, Thomas Brooks and Antonio Quarterman for their work and shaping what will be a phenomenal experience!
Be sure to keep an eye out for upcoming news and updates.
REGISTER FOR THE CONFERENCE
JOIN THE PLANNING COMMITTEE
REGISTER FOR THE CONFERENCE
All alumni and friends are welcome!
Pre-Registration for the BAC2026 Conference will open in December 2025, and EarlyBird Registration will open in January 2026. Be sure to register early to secure your space! Alumni are encouraged to work with your Office of Student Affairs to ensure that current Undergraduate Students can also enjoy the conference experience.