Exploring Topics at the Intersection of Career and Identity
February 28, 2026
Aggie Square, Sacramento
Registration opens in November
Join us at Aggie Square in Sacramento for a dynamic, in-person alumni conference exploring topics around career and identity. This event will feature interactive breakout sessions and meaningful networking opportunities designed for UC alumni. The event is open to alumni from all UC campuses. All sessions are inclusive and open to anyone interested in the topics presented.
Registration will be available in November 2025.
Sponsorships
Interested in sponsoring the UC Davis Alumni Careers & Identity Conference? Explore the benefits of our sponsorship packages by reviewing our Sponsorship Guide. To be considered, complete the Sponsorship Interest Survey.
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Schedule at-a-Glance
Sessions are open to all conference attendees, regardless of identity or background. To request disability-related accommodations, contact alumni@ucdavis.edu by February 7, 2026.
8:30 - 9:00 a.m.
Check-in
Includes refreshments and light snacks
9:00 a.m.
Welcome & Keynote
Join us as we kick off the conference with welcome remarks and an inspiring keynote to set the stage for the day ahead.
10:10 - 11:30 a.m.
Concurrent Sessions Round 1
- Avoiding Burnout Bingo: Reclaiming Identity, Energy & Voice in Purpose-Driven Careers
- Foundations of Self: Rediscovering Identity and Purpose
- Your Career North Star - Navigate The Future With Confidence
11:40 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Concurrent Sessions Round 2
- Claiming Your Seat: Navigating Success As a Woman in Male-Dominated Fields
- Designing Your Pivot with AI: Aligning Identity and Opportunity
- From Careers to Talented Lives: Redesigning Work, Purpose, and Identity in a Disrupted World
12:30 - 1:50 p.m.
Lunch
Includes Exhibitor Fair and professional headshot booth
1:50 - 3:10 p.m.
Concurrent Sessions Round 3
- From UC to What's Next: Career and Graduate School for Disabled Alumni
- Impactful Communication: How to Influence and Deliver a Confident, Effective Message Without Jeopardizing Your Authenticity
- Making Your Mark: UC Alumni on Standing Out in Competitive Careers
3:20 - 3:50 p.m.
Closing Remarks
Includes a prize drawing, refreshments and some brief closing words.
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