Elevate Forward
A signature Phi Eta Sigma experience that brings members together to celebrate scholarship, leadership, and service.
Leadership. Connection. Opportunity.
November 1–5, 2026
Elevate Forward is Phi Eta Sigma's signature national member experience, bringing together students from across the country for a dynamic week of virtual leadership development, career preparation, networking, service, and celebration.
Designed to be accessible to every member, Elevate Forward replaces the traditional in-person national convention with an engaging virtual experience that removes financial and travel barriers while creating more opportunities to learn, connect, and grow.
Whether you're looking to develop your leadership skills, prepare for graduate school or your career, expand your professional network, or simply meet fellow high-achieving students from across the nation, Elevate Forward is your opportunity to make the most of your Phi Eta Sigma membership.
Registration opens September 8, 2026.
Why Attend?
Your induction into Phi Eta Sigma celebrates what you've already accomplished. Elevate Forward is about where you're going next.
Throughout the week, you'll have opportunities to:
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Hear from inspiring leaders and accomplished professionals.
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Build leadership and career-ready skills.
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Explore graduate school and professional pathways.
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Participate in networking with members and alumni from across the country.
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Receive practical career preparation through résumé reviews and professional development sessions.
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Take part in a national service initiative.
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Celebrate member and chapter achievements.
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Help shape the future of Phi Eta Sigma by participating in the Society's Annual Business Meeting.
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Best of all, participation is completely free for every Phi Eta Sigma member.
Leadership
& Governance
As Phi Eta Sigma's official annual business meeting, Elevate Forward provides members with the opportunity to:
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Elect student representatives to the National Board of Directors.
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Learn about the Society's strategic priorities and initiatives.
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Celebrate the accomplishments of chapters from across the nation.
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Help shape the future of Phi Eta Sigma.
Every active chapter is encouraged to designate a voting delegate to participate in the business meeting.
Who Can Participate
One of the greatest strengths of Elevate Forward is its accessibility.
Because the experience is fully virtual:
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There are no travel expenses.
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There is no registration fee.
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Members can participate from anywhere.
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More students than ever before can take advantage of national programming.
No matter where you attend school, Elevate Forward makes it possible to engage with the national Phi Eta Sigma community.
A Week Designed to Help You Thrive
Each day of Elevate Forward is centered around a unique theme that supports your academic, professional, and personal growth.
Inspire
Kick off the week with keynote speakers, Society updates, student leadership elections, and the announcement of the inaugural class of The XXIII.
Explore
Discover career pathways, graduate and professional school opportunities, and insights from accomplished professionals and alumni.
Prepare
Develop practical skills through career workshops, résumé reviews, interview preparation, and leadership development sessions.
Discover
Learn from fellow members through research presentations, innovative ideas, and conversations that celebrate academic excellence.
Serve
Join Phi Eta Sigma members nationwide in a shared service initiative that demonstrates leadership through meaningful action.
Celebrate
Recognize outstanding students, chapters, advisors, and achievements while celebrating another year of excellence across Phi Eta Sigma.