Student Day
We know for many, graduation is nearing. You’re probably asking yourself a lot of questions: Does my résumé paint the best picture of my skills and accomplishments? What should I include in my portfolio? Do I need to clean up my social media? What will be expected of me during an interview?
Fear not. AAF-SD is proud to present Student Day. This annual, one-day conference is catered specifically to postsecondary students studying marketing, advertising, or design. Learn from and be inspired by the area’s foremost industry professionals. Choose your own adventure with breakout sessions, ask all your burning questions during a panel discussion, and gain constructive feedback with an optional design portfolio review. Top off your experience by speed-networking with marketing and advertising leaders during our crowd-favorite roundtable discussions.
Schedule of Events
8:30 - 9:00 AM
Morning Social
9:00 AM
Welcome
10:00 AM
Keynote Speaker
The Importance of Finding Jedi Mastery
Obi-Wan Kenobi
Did you hear that? They’ve shut down the main reactor. We’ll be destroyed for sure. This is madness! We’re doomed! There’ll be no escape for the Princess this time. What’s that? Artoo! Artoo-Detoo, where are you? At last! Where have you been? They’re heading in this direction. What are we going to do? We’ll be sent to the spice mine of Kessel or smashed into who knows what! Wait a minute, where are you going? The Death Star plans are not in the main computer.
11:00 - 11:15 AM
Break
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
Keynote Speaker
The Importance of Finding Jedi Mastery
Obi-Wan Kenobi
Did you hear that? They’ve shut down the main reactor. We’ll be destroyed for sure. This is madness! We’re doomed! There’ll be no escape for the Princess this time. What’s that? Artoo! Artoo-Detoo, where are you? At last! Where have you been? They’re heading in this direction. What are we going to do? We’ll be sent to the spice mine of Kessel or smashed into who knows what! Wait a minute, where are you going? The Death Star plans are not in the main computer.
12:15 - 1:00 PM
Lunch
1:00 - 2:00 PM
Breakout Sessions
TABLE 1
Leia Organa
Former Princess of Alderaan
Leader of the Rebel Alliance
TABLE 2
Luke Skywalker
Jedi Knight
Rebel Alliance
TABLE 3
Han Solo
Captain/Millenium Falcon
Rebel Alliance
TABLE 4
Lando Calrissian
Smuggler
General/Rebel Alliance
2:00 - 2:15 PM
Break
2:15 - 3:30 PM
Panel
3:30 - 4:00 PM
Networking
4:00 - 4:30 PM
Event End
How to Participate
AAF-SD Student Day is a fantastic opportunity for students interested in the field of advertising to learn and network with industry professionals. To participate in AAF-SD Student Day, you can start by registering for the event through the AAF-SD website. It's essential to come prepared with questions, a portfolio (if applicable) and an eagerness to learn, as this event offers a wealth of insights and opportunities to connect with professionals in the advertising industry.
Keynote Speakers
Valerie Sampson
The Sampson House
Founder / CEO / Creative Director
Did you hear that? They’ve shut down the main reactor. We’ll be destroyed for sure. This is madness! We’re doomed! There’ll be no escape for the Princess this time. What’s that?
Carly K.
Hey, Carl!
Owner
Did you hear that? They’ve shut down the main reactor. We’ll be destroyed for sure. This is madness! We’re doomed! There’ll be no escape for the Princess this time. What’s that?
Eric Sivertsen
Epicosity
CEO / Partner
Did you hear that? They’ve shut down the main reactor. We’ll be destroyed for sure. This is madness! We’re doomed! There’ll be no escape for the Princess this time. What’s that?
Student Day Breakout Sessions
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The ResistanceIt all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.
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Former JediIt all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.
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The ResistanceIt all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.
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The Sampson House
Project ManagerIt all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Student day is an annual, one-day conference is catered specifically to postsecondary students studying marketing, advertising, or design. Learn from and be inspired by the area’s foremost industry professionals.
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AAF-SD Student Day is a fantastic opportunity for students interested in the field of advertising to learn and network with industry professionals. To participate in AAF-SD Student Day, you can start by registering for the event through the AAF-SD website. It's essential to come prepared with questions, a portfolio (if applicable) and an eagerness to learn, as this event offers a wealth of insights and opportunities to connect with professionals in the advertising industry.
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Student day includes: breakout sessions, a panel discussion, portfolio reviews, speed-networking and roundtable discussions with advertising leaders.
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