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Welcome to the 2026 Black Student-Athlete Summit!
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Thursday, May 21
 

10:34am PDT

Present for the Moment: Responsible for the Mission
Thursday May 21, 2026 10:34am - 11:45am PDT
McAruthur Club / Matthew Knight Arena
***This session is held in the booster club of the arena.The club is located on the bottom floor of the arena. 

Purpose: Present for the Moment, Responsible for the Mission: Demonstrating to professionals next steps for communicating the value of the Summit to leaders on campus, as well debriefing with athletes on interpreting their experience. 
Speakers
avatar for Sheridan Blanford

Sheridan Blanford

Chief Impact Officer, Seattle Storm

avatar for DaWon Baker

DaWon Baker

Associate AD - Impact & Strategic Engagement, University of Colorado


avatar for Dr. Ajhanai Keaton

Dr. Ajhanai Keaton

Assistant Professor, UMASS

Thursday May 21, 2026 10:34am - 11:45am PDT
McAruthur Club / Matthew Knight Arena
  Professionals Only

1:14pm PDT

Professional Sessions (DIECE)
Thursday May 21, 2026 1:14pm - 4:00pm PDT
The William W. Knight Law Center
Lead with Purpose
Engage in breakout sessions designed for professionals focused on leadership and equity in sport. These conversations will challenge you to think critically about your role in creating more inclusive and impactful spaces. Learn from industry leaders, share perspectives, and gain strategies you can apply in your work. Come ready to engage, reflect, and lead with intention.


Thursday May 21, 2026 1:14pm - 4:00pm PDT
The William W. Knight Law Center University of Oregon - 1515 Agate St, Eugene, OR 97403
  Professionals Only

1:15pm PDT

Built Different: How Player Development is Reshaping the Student-Athlete Experience
Thursday May 21, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm PDT
The William W. Knight Law Center - Room #110
Room #110
This session explores how player development professionals are redefining the student-athlete experience by centering identity, holistic growth, and long-term success—especially for Black athletes navigating the evolving landscape of college sports.
Speakers
avatar for Jeuel A. Davis

Jeuel A. Davis

Director of Life Skills & Civic Engagement, Clemson Football | P.A.W. Journey

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Osman Kamara

Director of Player Development, Oregon Football
Thursday May 21, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm PDT
The William W. Knight Law Center - Room #110
  Professionals Only

1:15pm PDT

Leadership Certification (SLIC), Session 4
Thursday May 21, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm PDT
The William W. Knight Law Center - Room #141
Room 141
Speakers
avatar for Leonard N Moore

Leonard N Moore

Founder and Executive Director, Black Student-Athlete Summit

avatar for Dr. Jonathan Howe

Dr. Jonathan Howe

Assistant Professor, Temple University


Thursday May 21, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm PDT
The William W. Knight Law Center - Room #141
  Professionals Only

1:15pm PDT

Microdosing Wellness: Practical Strategies to Enhancing Wellness
Thursday May 21, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm PDT
The William W. Knight Law Center - Room #175
Room #175
This session will explore practical tools and strategies to microdose wellness strategies in your busy lives. From work, to home, relationships, and other responsibilities, how do you find the time to implement effective strategies to regulate your nervous system and improve your relationships.
Speakers
LN

Lenecia Nickell

Associate AD, Sport Psychology and Wellness, University of Cincinnati

avatar for Siani Brown

Siani Brown

Recent Master of Public Health Graduate & Former Student Athlete, Temple University

Thursday May 21, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm PDT
The William W. Knight Law Center - Room #175
  Professionals Only

2:15pm PDT

Built to Care, Forced to Compromise: College Sport Employees and Cultural Change
Thursday May 21, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm PDT
The William W. Knight Law Center - Room #175
Room #175
Drawing on interviews with former college sport professionals, Dr. Hancock will reveal how industry-wide transformation is reshaping not just the business of sport, but the people working inside it.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Meg Hancock

Dr. Meg Hancock

Professor of Sport Administration, University of Louisville

Thursday May 21, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm PDT
The William W. Knight Law Center - Room #175
  Professionals Only

2:15pm PDT

Sports Leadership & Innovation Certificate - Managing Through a Crisis
Thursday May 21, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm PDT
The William W. Knight Law Center - Room #110
Room 110
Lead the Future of Sport (Session 5)
Kick off the Summit with Part 1 of the Sports Leadership & Innovation Certificate (SLIC), an immersive learning experience centered on leadership, innovation, and impact in sport. Engage with dynamic facilitators and forward-thinking peers as you explore how to lead with purpose both on and off the field. This session is designed to challenge your perspective, sharpen your voice, and expand your vision for what’s possible. Come ready to think bigger, lead boldly, and step into your influence.

Speakers
avatar for Leonard N Moore

Leonard N Moore

Founder and Executive Director, Black Student-Athlete Summit

avatar for Dr. Jonathan Howe

Dr. Jonathan Howe

Assistant Professor, Temple University


avatar for Dr. AJ Keaton

Dr. AJ Keaton

Professor, UMass Amherst


Thursday May 21, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm PDT
The William W. Knight Law Center - Room #110
  Professionals Only

3:15pm PDT

Stay Ready at All Times: The Role of Search Firms in Advancing Your Career
Thursday May 21, 2026 3:15pm - 4:00pm PDT
The William W. Knight Law Center - Room #175
Room #175
Discussing how professionals seeking to advance their careers are attractive candidates for search firms to consider.
Speakers
avatar for DeLaina Sarden

DeLaina Sarden

Parker Executive Search

Thursday May 21, 2026 3:15pm - 4:00pm PDT
The William W. Knight Law Center - Room #175
  Professionals Only

3:15pm PDT

When It’s Your Student
Thursday May 21, 2026 3:15pm - 4:00pm PDT
The William W. Knight Law Center - Room #110
Room #110
An interactive session with professionals addressing, recognizing , and communicating with/about athletes who are engaging in harmful practices.
Speakers
JF
Thursday May 21, 2026 3:15pm - 4:00pm PDT
The William W. Knight Law Center - Room #110
  Professionals Only

5:30pm PDT

Links & Leadership | University of Oregon Athletics and DIECE
Thursday May 21, 2026 5:30pm - 8:00pm PDT
Emerald Valley Golf Course
The golf course is 17 minutes away and 10 miles from the Graduate Hotel. You will need to Uber. We highly suggest folks organize and ride together. 

We highly recommend arriving as early as possible to enjoy instruction from the University of Oregon Golf coaches, food, and drinks. 
Speakers
avatar for Da’Mon Merkerson

Da’Mon Merkerson

Senior Associate AD, University of Oregon

avatar for Sheridan Blanford

Sheridan Blanford

Chief Impact Officer, Seattle Storm

avatar for DaWon Baker

DaWon Baker

Associate AD - Impact & Strategic Engagement, University of Colorado


Thursday May 21, 2026 5:30pm - 8:00pm PDT
Emerald Valley Golf Course 83301 Dale Kuni Road, Creswell, OR 97426
  Professionals Only
 

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