DEI events happening at CANVAS

Connect, learn, and have fun!

October 9, 2026

Looking for a great way to connect, learn, and have some fun at CANVAS ? This schedule rounds up the DEI events happening throughout the week! Activities range from coffee and career conversations to student socials, awards, bingo, and more. Whether you’re hoping to meet new people, pick up new ideas, or just enjoy a welcoming break in your day, there’s something here for you. Stop by, bring a colleague, and join the fun!

Sunday, November 1
8:00 am–5:00 pm	Graduate Student Leadership Conference Regency Ballroom A, Hyatt Regency Portland • Bridge Scholars
5:15–7:00 pm	CANVAS Opening Keynote Oregon Ballroom 201–204, Oregon Convention Center
6:00–9:00 pm	DEI and Safe Space Advocate C128, Oregon Convention Center
9:00–11:00 pm	Graduate and Undergraduate Student Keynote Social Deschutes Ballroom A–C, Hyatt Regency Portland • Bridge Scholars
8:00 am–5:00 pm	Graduate Student Leadership Conference Regency Ballroom A, Hyatt Regency Portland • Bridge Scholars
5:15–7:00 pm	CANVAS Opening Keynote Oregon Ballroom 201–204, Oregon Convention Center
6:00–9:00 pm	DEI and Safe Space Advocate C128, Oregon Convention Center
9:00–11:00 pm	Graduate and Undergraduate Student Keynote Social Deschutes Ballroom A–C, Hyatt Regency Portland • Bridge Scholars
Monday, November 2
7:30–8:30 am	Grounds for Connection: Start Your Day With Coffee and Colleagues Portland Ballroom 251, Oregon Convention Center
9:00–10:00 am	Life After Graduate School Panel: Transitioning to Early Career Willamette 1A, Hyatt Regency Portland • Bridge Scholars
9:00 am–6:00 pm	DEI and Safe Space Advocate C128, Oregon Convention Center
10:00–11:30 am	Diversity Student Poster Contest Exhibit Halls A1–B–C, Oregon Convention Center
12:00–1:30 pm	CANVAS Awards Luncheon Oregon Ballroom 202–203, Oregon Convention Center • Bridge Scholars
2:30–4:30 pm	Leveling Up: Preparing for Your Next Career Move C123, Oregon Convention Center • Bridge Scholars
Tuesday, November 3
7:30–8:30 am	Grounds for Connection: Start Your Day With Coffee & Colleagues Portland Ballroom 251, Oregon Convention Center
8:45–10:15 am	Expanding Opportunities to Diverse Career Paths Panel Multnomah Room, Hyatt Regency Portland • Bridge Scholars
9:00 am–6:00 pm	Career Fair Exhibit Halls A1–B–C, Oregon Convention Center
9:00 am–6:00 pm	DEI and Safe Space Advocate C128, Oregon Convention Center
10:00 am–12:00 pm	Graduate Student Networking Session Regency Ballroom A, Hyatt Regency Portland • Bridge Scholars
1:30-3:30 pm	Industry Symposium—Inside Agriculture: Field Insights, Technology, and What’s Ahead C123, Oregon Convention Center
6:00–9:00 pm	CANVAS Bingo Night C123, Oregon Convention Center
Wednesday, November 4
7:30–8:30 am	Grounds For Connection: Start Your Day With Coffee and Colleagues Portland Ballroom 251, Oregon Convention Center *Diversity Poster Winners Announced*
9:00 am–6:00 pm	DEI and Safe Space Advocate C128, Oregon Convention Center
4:30–6:00 pm	Closing Reception Oregon Ballroom Lobby, Oregon Convention Center

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