How much does it cost to register for the Summit? Early bird rate of $90/student is available until January 17th, 2025, then it adjusts to $100/student. Advisors attend for free (use code STAFF to get the discount at registration). Students must be registered through their student life advisors.
Register here!
How many students can go? There are 40 slots for students from Minnesota. The registration process is administered by Today’s Student Coalition and they do not put any limits on the number of students who can come from any specific campus or region. Registration will be on a first come, first serve basis.
How do students get there? Each campus is responsible for getting their students to DC for the Summit. You can select the best travel option available for your students. LeadMN staff will coordinate with advisors after registrations are complete to determine the best way to get all Minnesota students together Saturday night before the Summit begins Sunday morning.
What about the hotel? There is a block of rooms reserved at the Residence Inn at One Dupont Circle. The nightly rate is $239. You will be able to book rooms through a link after you complete the registration process. The link will show the full week of possible booking and a few hotel choices, once you select the correct dates and Residence Inn, you will see the nightly rate of $239.
I heard that LeadMN has scholarships available, tell me more! LeadMN understands that while the DC Summit is an amazing opportunity it also comes with a big price tag. To try and assist, LeadMN is now offering a total of $5,000 in scholarship funds. Any two-year institution within the MinnState system can apply for up to $1,000 in funds to support getting their student(s) to DC. These funds will also be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis provided the school supplies adequate information about why the funds are needed and why their students want to attend. ***As of Jan. 13th all scholarship funds have been allocated
What is the schedule?
Sunday, March 16th
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Welcome remarks from Tanya Ang, Today’s Student Coalition Executive Director and Sufy Harbi, LeadMN President
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Policy Overview
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“Creating a Story for Change” workshop
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Small group gatherings for students to get to know one another and prepare for legislative meetings
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Evening reception
Monday, March 17th
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Round Robin Policy Conversations – Basic Needs, Holistic Health Supports, Affordability and Access, and Childcare
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Small group gatherings for students to get to know one another and prepare for legislative meetings
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Join a briefing and listening session with officials from the Department of Education’s Higher Education division to learn about managing federal financial aid and supporting career and technical education programs
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Evening activity lead by LeadMN staff and student Cabinet members
Tuesday, March 18th
What food is included / what meals will students need to get on their own? Each Morning: Free breakfast at the hotel Sunday: Lunch provided, evening reception with lighter food fare Monday: Lunch provided Tuesday: Evening reception with a full meal
Students will need to arrange the following meals on their own: Sunday: Additional food if desired after the evening reception Monday: Dinner Tuesday: Lunch
How will students get around DC during the summit? Two buses have been reserved to transport students from the hotel to our various locations.
What about transportation back to the airport after the summit? LeadMN Staff will collaborate with advisors to understand the different travel plans and assist with coordinating student transportation to the airport. However, it is ultimately each student’s responsibility to ensure they arrive on time for their flight home.
What is the advisor / student ratio? Today’s Student Coalition has set a 5-1 ratio for the summit.
