Closing Events

Closing Remarks, Student Presentation Awards, Closing Banquet, and live music

Friday, 7 August, beginning at 5:00 p.m. ET

Join us for a memorable evening at UMass Amherst as we celebrate the conclusion of our annual meeting. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on campus while connecting with fellow attendees and reflecting on the week’s conversations and discoveries. A buffet dinner will be served in our designated dining area, with cash bars available. It’s the perfect way to unwind, continue meaningful conversations, and close out an inspiring conference together.

5:00 p.m — Student Presentation Awards
6:00 p.m. — Staggered dismissals for buffet dinner: dinner will be held in several locations
6:00–7:00 p.m. — Buffet Dinner
7:00–9:00 p.m. — Soul Magnets: closing band performance (outdoors)

LIVE MUSIC with Soul Magnets

Soul Magnets is a horn-heavy nine-piece ensemble, playing a mix of old-school, funk and neo-soul originals, deep covers, and dance floor favorites.

Soul Magnets have appeared around the Valley at the Green River Festival, Treehouse Brewery Summer Stage, The Drake, Luthier’s Co-op, Stone Church, New City Brewery, Millpond Live, and at TransPerformance performing some of our favorite music: Prince, Earth Wind & Fire, and the Superfly soundtrack!