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START CONFERENCE

START
CONFERENCE

The 2021 START Conference will be held virtually on Thursday, March 25th, 2021.
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STRIVING TOWARD AWARENESS &
RESPECT FOR TOMORROW

This one-day conference focuses on business initiatives in diversity by gathering corporate, academic, and community speakers. Conference participants gain knowledge and information about issues regarding diversity, awareness, respect for oneself and others. Students have the opportunity to network with corporate representatives, explore career paths, and gain insight into the corporate climate of presenting companies.

START DIVERSITY CONTEST

Imagine yourself in a world in which we all share the same looks, language, values, etc.
How would the absence of diversity affect your development as an individual?

CONTEST DETAILS
You must be a full-time undergraduate student enrolled at any Penn State campus to submit an essay for consideration in the START Essay Contest

AGENDA

The START conference agenda features keynote addresses from accomplished business leaders and a variety of breakout session.

FULL AGENDA

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THE START COMMITTEE

The START conference is solely run by the students.

MEET THE 2020 COMMITTEE

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