The 2017 Stanford Black Alumni Summit

Pricing Policy*

Recent Grads Regular Admission: $300 ............ (Class of 2012 to 2016)
Early Bird Discount: $50** ........................... (for Alumni from 10-1-16 to 11-30-16)
Regular Admission: $350 ............................ (for Alumni and guests after 11-30-16)

* - Pricing does not include some additional social events during the Summit

** - Limited number of Early Bird registrations are available

Agenda

Our theme for the 2017 Summit is The Fire Next Time: A Spark For Action.  Like James Baldwin's book The Fire Next Time, the 2017 Summit will center our ACTive participation around a few key themes, to include an exploration of how we can potentially impact social and racial injustice inside and out of our personal spheres.  We plan to focus on the following topic areas: personal health, wealth and purpose and community education, policy & politics.  Consistent with our focus on sparking action, we have committed time in the schedule to integrate discussions with personal and group ACTion. We are excited to unveil more details on the session topics over the coming weeks.   Stay tuned to http://www.stanfordblackalumni.org/events/2017-summit/

Hotel Reservations

Click here to reserve your hotel room at the Hyatt Chicago Magnificent Mile and receive special SNBAA discounted rates. Online room block is now closed.  You may call the hotel directly at (312) 787-1234 to make reservations and ask for the 2017 Stanford Black Alumni Summit event rate.  Discount pricing is available until March 30, 2017 or until the hotel block sales out.

Guest Policy

Alumni are allowed to bring up to three (3) non-alumni guest.  Guest registration begins 12/1/2016.

Social Events

• Welcome Reception: (Thursday, April 20, 2017, 7-9pm, Free): Stanford Black Trustee Board members host a welcome reception to kick off the Summit. Space is limited and only available to Summit registrants.

• Club Ujamaa: Chicago Style (Saturday, April 22, 2017, 8:30pm-1:00am,$40 - advance, $50 after April 20th): Turn up at the Summit after party and unwind after a full day of engaging panels and discussions. Join us at one of Chicago's newest downtown hot spots. Registration includes a complimentary drink ticket. Arrive early for free Chicago Step lessons (8:30 - 9:30) and free appetizers (9 - 10:30).  Highline Bar + Lounge, 169 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654.

• Historic Bronzeville Cultural Tour (Sunday, April 23, 2017, 10am-1pm, $25): Take a tour of the historic Bronzeville neighborhood of Chicago. The tour not only reflects the history, but also the deeply personal struggle of generations of African Americans whose lives have been shaped by the Great Migration. Highlights include the Walk of Fame in Bronzeville: 91 bronze plaques of cultural luminaries from Bronzeville’s past, including musician Louis Armstrong, poet Gwendolyn Brooks and Dr. Margaret Burroughs, founder of the DuSable Museum of African American History.  Tour leaves from Hyatt Chicago Magnificent Mile.  Minimum of 30 attendees must register or event will be cancelled and fee refunded.

• Sunday Brunch (Sunday, April 23, 2017, 11am-3pm, Pay on your own at restaurant): Before leaving town, indulge in an all-you-can-eat brunch and connect one last time with fellow alums. Join us at the Highline for a brunch buffet. Brunch includes Carving Station, Smoked Brisket, Waffle Bar, Omelette Station, and Dessert Bar.  Highline Bar + Lounge, 169 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654.

* = Registration for social events can be done here.

Summit Assistance Fund

We encourage alumni who are able to make additional contributions toward Summit costs, which will go toward a fund to support fellow alumni who might not be able to attend without assistance. When you register, you will be presented with options for contributing.

To apply for assistance, fill out an online application here. Application deadline has been extended to  April 15, 2017 for consideration.

Cancellation and Refund Policy

Summit registration fees may be refunded until January 15, 2017, with a processing fee of 3%. Refund checks will be mailed within 30 days of cancellation to the addresson your registration.

After January 15, 2017, Summit registrations may be transferred. Transfers will be allowed from January 15, 2017 to March 15, 2017. Priority for transfers will be given to alumni on the waitlist (if any). Otherwise, each person is responsible for his or her own transfer.

Photography and Video Consent Disclaimer

By registering for The 2017 Stanford Black Alumni Summit, all registrants understand that Stanford may use their photographic or video likeness for promotional purposes in print or online.

See you at the Summit!

Angel Davis, ’06 and Jamilah Jefferson ‘98

2017 Summit Co Chairs

The 2017 Summit will be held at the Hyatt Chicago Magnificent Mile, Chicago, Illionois, April 20-23, 2017. The Summit begins on Thursday evening with a social reception, with the main event being held Friday and Saturday, April 21-22.  There will also be social events on Sunday, April 23.

Travelers should book flights into either Chicago O'Hare or Midway Airports.

Train: Take the Orange line from Midway to Roosevelt, transfer to the Red line (toward Howard) and get off at State & Grand. Walk east on Grand to St. Clair, make a left and walk north to Erie. Our hotel entrance is to the right on Erie. Take the Blue line from O’Hare, transfer to the Red line (toward Howard) at Jackson, get off at State & Grand then walk east on Grand to St. Clair, make a left and walk north to Erie. The hotel entrance is to the right on Erie. Cost is between $2.25 - $5.

Shuttle: Shuttles can be reserved through Go Airport Express online.  We have negotiated a 10% discount over standard rates by using the link included to make reservations. They leave every 15 minutes from baggage claim at both airports. The shuttles stop at various hotels on their way to our hotel, Hyatt Chicago Magnificent Mile.  Hours are from 4:00 am – 11:30 pm for O'Hare and 4:00 am – 10:30 pm for Midway.

Taxi: There are taxis lined up at the airports and they will bring you directly to the hotel. Just make sure to specify to which Hyatt hotel you are going (Hyatt Chicago Magnificent Mile, 633 North Saint Clair Street). Taxis from Midway generally run about $45 and from O’Hare it is usually about $50.

Private Car: Our hotel can arrange for private car service from the airports, the fare is $105 from either airport. The rate includes tax and gratuity. Please call the concierge to reserve.

For hotel assistance with transportation arrangements, call +1 312 787 1234 and speak to hotel operator.