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Transformational Leadership & Service Conference
MLK Day, Monday, January 19, 2026, Michael A. Evans Center

Marian University will host its seventh annual Transformational Leadership Conference this spring on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Monday, January 19, 2026. We invite all students, staff, faculty, and community members to participate in this exciting, transformative experience.

Online Registration opens November 2025. Walk-in registration is welcomed on Monday.

Check-in opens at 8:15 a.m., the conference begins at 9 a.m., and will end by 4:30 p.m. 

  • This is a free event and is open to all MU students, regardless of major and year.
  • A continental breakfast and lunch are provided. 
  • Giveaways for students.
  • Attending a conference is a great resume-builder and an opportunity to grow in your leadership.
  • Speakers are committed to helping students advance their personal and professional leadership goals. Sessions are designed to help students achieve their leadership potential.

Conference Theme

Our 2026 conference theme is Dare to Lead. We look forward to aligning conference content, speakers, and outcomes with this theme in a way that honors Dr. King's legacy and enables all of us to grow as transformational leaders.

Accessibility & Accommodations

Marian University strives to create a welcoming and accessible environment for our students, faculty, staff, and guests. If there are certain accommodations or support you need access to for active engagement in this event, please let us know in your registration form or reach out to Sarah at sbalanamolter@marian.edu.

Attire

Dress for the day is casual due to the volunteer projects in the morning. 

Special Thanks

Thank you to the many departments who help plan and facilitate this event, including: Wood College of Osteopathic Medicine, University Ministry, Student Activities, First-Year Experience, Center for Academic Success and Engagement, and the Unity Center.

Reach Out to Us

Marian University
3200 Cold Spring Road
Indianapolis, IN 46222-1997
(317) 955-6000

admissions@marian.edu COMadmissions@marian.edu

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