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National Student Media Convention 2026
Wednesday, October 14
 

1:00pm EDT

Pre-Convention Wednesday Workshop: Track 1
Wednesday October 14, 2026 1:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
On Location: A Technical Training on Remote Live Music ProductionRemote production for live performance demands a unique blend of technical knowledge and on-the-ground problem solving. This preconvention session will give students a comprehensive, practical foundation, starting with what to pack (and what to leave behind), then moving into the documents that make or break a smooth show, stage plot...
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Wednesday October 14, 2026 1:00pm - 5:30pm EDT

1:00pm EDT

Pre-Convention Wednesday Workshop: Track 2
Wednesday October 14, 2026 1:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Salon B
(Part one): Deal Done: The Art and Business of Booking Talent Every great performance starts with a conversation, and knowing how to have it. This session is a deep dive into the world of music and artist relations from the booker’s seat:  approaching talent, negotiating logistics, navigating rider and backline requests, and getting a contract across the finish line without burning a...
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Wednesday October 14, 2026 1:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Salon B

4:00pm EDT

Registration Check-In Open
Wednesday October 14, 2026 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Salon E
Check in, pick up your badges and goodies!
Wednesday October 14, 2026 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Salon E

6:00pm EDT

Student Welcome Social
Wednesday October 14, 2026 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Salon E
Get to know other student attendees at this informal social. 
Wednesday October 14, 2026 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Salon E
 
Thursday, October 15
 

8:00am EDT

Registration and Exhibition Hall Open
Thursday October 15, 2026 8:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Salon E
Register or check in for the convention and visit our exhibitors and sponsors!
Thursday October 15, 2026 8:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Salon E

6:00pm EDT

Swag Swap Social
Thursday October 15, 2026 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Salon F
This is it! Bring your media org swag, see and swap with other schools and organizations and enjoy some drinks and snacks on us. 
Thursday October 15, 2026 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Salon F
 
Friday, October 16
 

8:00am EDT

Registration and Exhibition Hall Open
Friday October 16, 2026 8:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Salon E
Register or check in for the convention and visit our exhibitors and sponsors!
Friday October 16, 2026 8:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Salon E

6:00pm EDT

Career Fair Mixer
Friday October 16, 2026 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Salons C-D Foyer
Get a chance to meet this year's career fair guests before Saturday morning interviews. 
Friday October 16, 2026 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Salons C-D Foyer
 
Saturday, October 17
 

9:00am EDT

Member Meeting
Saturday October 17, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Conference Room 307
The annual in-person CBI Membership Meeting will take place from 9-10 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17. 
Saturday October 17, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Conference Room 307

1:30pm EDT

CBI National Student Production Awards
Saturday October 17, 2026 1:30pm - 2:45pm EDT
Independence Ballroom
Join us to celebrate the finalists and announce the winners of the 2026 National Student Production Awards. 
Saturday October 17, 2026 1:30pm - 2:45pm EDT
Independence Ballroom
 

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