OSGS 2026

Saturday, January 31st and Sunday, February 1st

What is OSGS?

The Ohio Student Government Summit (OSGS) is a student government conference dedicated to bringing student governments in Ohio and neighboring states together to exchange ideas, build connections, and foster development across institutions. OSGS was first held in 2017 as a University of Akron Honors Research Project for a College of Business Williams Honors College student. It has been held annually, excluding 2020, 2021, and 2022 due to the pandemic.

OSGS 2026 Theme

The theme for OSGS 2026 is Voices to Vision

This year’s theme, “Voices to Vision,” celebrates the power of collective expression and the transformation of ideas into action. In student government, every voice contributes to shaping a shared vision for the future, where collaboration, innovation, and purpose-driven leadership guide the way. OSGS 2026 will empower student leaders to amplify their voices, align their passions with meaningful goals, and translate dialogue into impact, both on your campus and beyond graduation. Through engaging speakers, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities, participants will learn how to turn inspiration into strategy and advocacy into progress. By uniting many voices, you can create a clear vision for tomorrow; one that reflects the strength, creativity, and resilience of student leadership.

Registration

Each university may register up to twelve (12) student leaders and two (2) advisors. For any questions regarding this policy, please email USGChiefofStaff@uakron.edu.

Regular Registration

$75 per attendee
Available Monday, November 3rd
Registration must be submitted by Monday, January 5th

Access the OSGS 2026 Registration Form here!

Registration will not be considered complete until registration dues have been paid. To access the E-Market, click here.

Student Government Showcase

“Your Organization, Your Accomplishments”

We are excited to bring back the Student Government Showcase for a second time! The Student Government Showcase will allow each university a short presentation to describe the structure of your organization and showcase on project of your choosing; this may be related to your student government’s awards submission(s). This presentation will be given by 1-2 representatives from your student government on the first day of the conference, Saturday, January 31st. Don’t miss this chance to highlight your student government’s impact and share insights with peers from across universities!

Once your Student Government is registered, an email with a template and further instructions will be sent to your main point of contact. Please complete this presentation and send back to the USG Chief of Staff by Monday, January 19th, 2026 at UsgChiefofStaff@uakron.edu

Student Government Awards

Community Engagement Award

Honoring a student government that has actively engaged with and impacted the campus and/or local community through events, initiatives, and/or projects. Must have a tangible measure of which community or communities were supported by the student government’s efforts.

Inclusivity & Diversity Award

Commending a student government’s efforts to promote inclusivity, diversity, and equity within the student government and/or campus environment.

Advocacy Impact Award

Recognizing a student government that has showed excellence in effectively advocated for important student issues and brought about positive change.

Innovative Initiative Award

Commemorates a student government that has developed a new initiative within the time between the last conference and now. Must have a tangible impact on a meaningful amount of their student population and plans to continue next year.

Student Government of the Year

Celebrating a student government that has embodied the focus of the OSGS 2026 theme, “Voices to Vision,” by transforming collective voices into purposeful action. This award honors a team that has listened to students, collaborated, and led with intention. Recipients should display how they turn ideas into initiatives that serve their campus community. They have exemplified what it means to move from dialogue to lasting impact.

Ohio Student Government Summit (OSGS) 2026