WSU GLOBAL SUMMIT
The Next Century of Learning: Intelligence, Integrity, and Innovation
April 20-21, 2027
WSU Global Summit brings together faculty, students, academic leaders, policymakers, and global technology partners to position Washington State University at the forefront of digital fluency, workforce alignment, and future-ready education.
Through transformative technology panels, open discussion, and hands-on innovation, the Summit focuses on one shared goal: turning ideas into action for WSU’s future.
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Registration & Participation
Participation options are available both in person and virtually with the primary location as the Pullman campus. Virtual participation is available via Zoom through Global Campus.
Frequently Asked Questions
About the Summit
The Global Summit is a two-day, systemwide event designed to bring together technology leaders, higher-education innovators, faculty, staff, students, and policymakers to explore the future of education at Washington State University. The Summit emphasizes digital fluency, workforce alignment, and forward-looking innovation.
The Summit supports institutional priorities to modernize the WSU system, position the University as a leader in technology and innovation, and reaffirm its land-grant mission to serve locally, globally, and for the next generation. It focuses on how WSU can adapt, lead, and thrive within a rapidly evolving educational and technological landscape.
WSU Global Campus is coordinating the Summit in partnership with systemwide leadership. Multiple advisory teams are securing panelists and participants.
After each panel, on-site moderators lead attendees in discussion around a central question such as:
- “What can we do at WSU to embrace and drive this technological future?”
- “What can we do to unlock WSU’s potential for future-ready online education?”
- “What role should WSU play in shaping the future of higher education in our state?”
Virtual attendees can participate in parallel online breakout forums.
Purpose & Outcomes
Key goals include:
- Aligning WSU’s educational mission with evolving workforce needs
- Strengthening digital fluency across the university system
- Expanding WSU’s role as a leader in online and technology-enabled learning
- Creating cross-campus collaboration that continues beyond the summit
- Generating actionable solutions and initiatives
- Reinforcing WSU’s land-grant mission for the modern era
Yes. Insights gathered through panels, forums, breakout sessions, and the Technology Test Kitchen will inform systemwide initiatives and strategic priorities.
Communications & Next Steps
Additional details—including the finalized agenda, locations, virtual links, and speaker confirmations—will be released through:
- WSU Insider and Announcements
- Internal systemwide messaging
- Global Summit webpage
If you have questions, please reach out to Professional Education at profed@wsu.edu.
About Washington State University
Washington State University is a top-tier public research university committed to improving lives through education, research, and outreach. Founded in 1890, WSU is a leading land-grant institution with a statewide presence, dedicated to delivering a world-class education and conducting impactful research that addresses global challenges and benefits the state of Washington and beyond.