PPIA Future Leaders Expo

Know Before You Go

We have received your registration for the 2026 PPIA Future Leaders Expo. This page contains preliminary planning information to help you prepare for the event.

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This is the same directory prospective students will use to explore participating organizations before the Expo.


As part of PPIA's expanded Consortium Membership, every member institution will receive a customized webpage on the PPIA website. Several schools are already live, with additional pages launching throughout the summer to support Fall 2026 recruitment. Each page can showcase your programs, admissions deadlines, videos, faculty, student stories, and more all in one place.

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Quick Facts

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George Washington University

800 21st Street NW

University Student Center, 3rd Floor
Washington, DC 20052

exhibitor schedule

Primary Set-Up

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Consortium Strategy Session & Luncheon

12:00- 1:30 PM

Final Table Adjustments

1:30- 2:30 PM

Expo

3:00- 5:30 PM

event contacts

Event Logistics

Stephanie Marshall, IMPACT Collective

stephanie@impactcollective.com

(301) 219-9682


Please identify yourself as an exhibitor when emailing, texting, or calling.

Registration & Exhibitor Questions

Ray Orquiola, PPIA Treasurer

ray.orquiola@ppiaprogram.org

(415) 999-9641


Contact Ray for PPIA registration, exhibitor participation, or Consortium Member-related questions.

Consortium Member & Exhibitor Programming

CONSORTIUM MEMBERS ONLY

WELCOME RECEPTION

Meet PPIA Fellows

JULY 9, 2026

5:00 - 7:00 PM

Princeton University

School of Public & International Affairs

DC Center at DuPont Circle

1333 New Hampshire Ave NW

Washington, DC 20036

  • Connect before the Expo
  • Network with PPIA leaders
  • Meet fellow Consortium schools
ALL EXHIBITORS

CONSORTIUM STRATEGY SESSION

Shape PPIA's Programming

JULY 10, 2026

12:00 - 1:30 PM

George Washington University (GWU)

800 21st Street NW

University Student Center

Room 301

Washington, DC 20052

  • Review survey findings
  • Discuss recruitment trends
  • Preview future programming
  • Help shape PPIA priorities
ALL EXHIBITORS

FUTURE LEADERS EXPO

Build Your Applicant Pipeline

JULY 10, 2026

3:00 - 5:30 PM

George Washington University (GWU)

800 21st Street NW

University Student Center

Grand Ballroom

Washington, DC 20052

  • Meet 300+ students / alumni
  • Recruit future leaders
  • Share graduate opportunities
  • Build your applicant pipeline 

Set-Up and Logistics

Check-In and Set-Up

  • Primary set-up
    10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Final adjustments
    1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
  • Expo opens
    3:00 PM

Table Assignments

  • Assigned by PPIA
  • Exhibitors will receive their table assignment upon registration
  • Priority placement for Signature Sponsor and for 2026 Consortium Members
  • One table and two chairs provided

Exhibitor Checklist

Note: Bring all materials with you on the day of the event. GWU cannot accept exhibitor shipments.

  • Recruitment materials
  • Tablecloth
  • Institutional signage
  • Business cards
  • Promotional items
  • Name badge

Provided by PPIA

  • One exhibitor table
  • Two chairs
  • Complimentary Wi‑Fi
  • Limited electrical access upon request
  • Registration support
  • Directional signage
  • Onsite assistance

Parking & Metro

    Parking


    Metro

  • Closest Metro Stop: Foggy Bottom–GWU (Orange, Blue, Silver Lines)
  • Venue Address: University Student Center, 800 21st Street NW, Washington, DC 20052
  • Walking Time: Approximately 5 minutes from the Metro station to the Student Center.