Make plans to arrive before the official kickoff of CALC and PCCW Symposium to join other Cornellians on optional tours of historic Philadelphia, meet up with friends, or participate in a service project.

Some Cornell volunteer community members will spend their morning participating in board meetings, while other attendees have the option to join organized tours and excursions of Philadelphia attractions. Symposium will host their annual luncheon for PCCW members while first-time CALC attendees can participate in an interactive networking session designed with tips to maximize their conference experience.  All attendees will come together for the official kick-off of our learning and connection building in Philadelphia.  Following the kick-off, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of concurrent learning sessions and engaging activities.  In the evening, a lively networking reception will bring together all CALC and Symposium attendees, providing opportunities to connect with other Cornell alumni, faculty, staff, and current students, fostering discussions about the day's sessions. Symposium attendees will conclude their first day with a dinner that celebrates the impact of PCCW grant awards. CALC attendees can use the evening for class and affinity group meetings and dinners.

Saturday morning begins with breakfast for all CALC and Symposium attendees.  Symposium attendees will close out their conference experience with one additional morning learning session.  For CALC attendees, a full day of concurrent sessions are planned that will offer opportunities to enhance your leadership skills across a wide range of topics and explore leadership lessons from Cornell.  Inspiring speakers will be featured during the CALC luncheon and closing keynote.  Additional highlights of the day will include an introduction to Interim President Michael I. Kotlikoff and the presentation of the 2025 Robert S. Harrison '76 Recent Alumni Volunteer Award.  Designated times for engaging activities, class and affinity group meetings will be offered.    

Make the most of your final opportunity to join other Cornellians on optional tours around Philadelphia and/or participate in a service project before departing and putting your new skills into action. Several Alumni Affairs and Development staff will be available for individual meetings, or you can conclude your experience with final meetings or gatherings with friends.