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Attending the 2026 NGLA Annual Conference? Get Ready for Pittsburgh:

📍 Pittsburgh, PA
📆 February 26–March 1, 2026

Please direct questions to conference@ngla.org.

Welcome, 2026 NGLA Student Staff Team!


Meet the 2026 NGLA Student Staff! This incredible group of leaders is ready to make the Pittsburgh conference unforgettable.

  • Nolan Rehrig, Student Staff Captain | Phi Kappa Psi | Massachusetts Institute of Technology

  • Rose Arias | Phi Sigma Sigma | Hofstra University

  • Gabby Forbes | Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. | West Chester University

  • Jacob Qua | Phi Kappa Theta | Bridgewater State University

  • Kaylee Pappas | Sigma Delta Tau | Stony Brook University

  • Ethan Ramos | Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia | The College of New Jersey

  • Gretchen Scotland | Alpha Delta Pi | Quinnipiac University

  • Jamie Setzler | Delta Delta Delta | Teachers College at Columbia University

Join the NGLA Membership Program - Rates Increase January 1


Have you joined the NGLA Membership Program yet? With rates increasing on January 1, 2026, now is the ideal time to join and secure the lowest pricing. Institutional membership is required to attend the 2026 NGLA Annual Conference. 


At NGLA, we’re committed to empowering colleges and universities to cultivate leadership, foster collaboration, and drive meaningful growth within their communities. By becoming a member, your institution unlocks access to exclusive resources, tailored programs, and dynamic networking opportunities—all designed to enrich and elevate the fraternity/sorority experience on your campus.


Visit our website to explore membership benefits, review associated fees, and submit your online membership application. 


Have questions or need support? Message our friendly membership support team at exec@ngla.org. We can't wait to welcome you aboard!

Share Your 2025 Achievements by January 21

The deadline to apply is Wednesday, January 21, 2026 @ 11:59pm ET.

During the 2026 NGLA Annual Conference, the Northeast Greek Leadership Association will recognize chapters, councils, communities, and individuals for their outstanding accomplishments in 2025. These organizations and individuals, through their programs, initiatives, and commitment to the fraternal movement, help to advance the mission of NGLA.


NGLA also offers the opportunity to sponsor an award and directly support the recognition of excellence within the fraternity and sorority community. Those interested in sponsoring an award may contact tom.murphy@ngla.org for details.


Please direct questions to awards@ngla.org.

Congratulations, 2026 NGLA Compass Award Recipients!

On behalf of the Northeast Greek Leadership Association, we are proud to congratulate Allison Swick-Duttine and John DiSarro as the 2026 recipients of the NGLA Compass Award.


This honor recognizes individuals whose leadership, integrity, and unwavering commitment have guided and strengthened NGLA and the Northeast fraternity and sorority community. Allison and John exemplify these values through their visionary service, their dedication to student success, and their lasting impact on campuses across the Northeast and beyond.


Please join us in celebrating Allison and John for their remarkable contributions and for helping steer our community toward a brighter, more vibrant future. We are grateful for their leadership and inspired by their continued excellence. Congratulations, Allison and John!


You can support the NGLA Fund with a gift in either Allison’s or John’s honor.


Donate to the 2026 NGLA Silent Auction

The NGLA Silent Auction is a wonderful opportunity to support leadership development across the Northeast! We invite you to donate items that will excite and inspire our community—such as experiences, gift baskets, artwork, branded merchandise, or specialty items. Your contribution directly benefits the NGLA Fund, which provides scholarships and educational programs that make the NGLA Annual Conference accessible to more students and professionals. Every donated item helps expand our impact and empowers fraternal leaders across the region.


The deadline to submit the Silent Auction donation form is Friday, February 13, 2026.


Secure Your Seat! Register by February 16

NGLA offers an educational experience that inspires, gives hope, and provides our fraternal leaders with the vision to navigate our world. Join us in Pittsburgh, PA, from February 26 - March 1, 2026, for a weekend full of learning and networking at the 2026 NGLA Annual Conference!


Purchase registrations now through February 16! On-site registration is not available.


Quality Discount Information

  • For every 10 student registrations, receive 1 registration for a campus-based professional from the same institution (up to 4 complimentary registrations). 

  • Registering 11 to 20 attendees will apply one complimentary registration. 

  • If registering 21 or more attendees, you must create multiple orders, each with 10 or more attendees, to receive up to four complimentary registrations.

For the most efficient experience, please gather the following information about your attendees: full name, preferred pronouns, affiliation, email address, allergies/food restrictions, leadership/professional title, accommodation request (if applicable), and t-shirt size.


As a reminder, to register for the NGLA Conference, your institution or organization must be an NGLA member. Whether you’ve been attending for years or haven’t been in a while, we hope to see you in Pittsburgh, PA!


Payment in full is due by Monday, February 16, 2026. If payment is not received by this date, a 5% late fee will be invoiced, unless purchase order documentation is provided. If payment is not received or confirmed in process by Thursday, February 26, 2026, a Credit Card Authorization Form must be completed to attend the event.


Please direct registration questions to registration@ngla.org.

Don’t Miss Out on Supporting a Program at the 2026 NGLA Conference!

Expand your brand’s reach and engage with fraternity and sorority leaders through NGLA’s Program Sponsorship Opportunities at the 2026 NGLA Annual Conference. These packages provide tailored exposure through program-specific sponsorships:

*Opportunity for multiple sponsors to support the program.

  • Step, Stroll, Salute Competition: Promote your organization at one of our most popular events while supporting fraternal members as they showcase their traditions and heritage. Become a Supporting Sponsor for $500* or a Presenting Sponsor for $1,500.

  • Friday Affiliation Lunch - $350 per Table*: Support members of your organization attending the NGLA Annual Conference.

  • Saturday Lunch - $1,250: NGLA will place your printed materials on the seats and/or send your digital materials electronically to all participants.

  • Saturday Closing Keynote - $2500: Address the audience for up to five minutes, including a short video if desired, during the last all-attendee event of the conference as part of the Closing Program.

  • Wall Projection of Logo - $500*: Promote your organization with a wall projection of your logo in a high-traffic location.


Each sponsorship option offers brand visibility, acknowledgment, and targeted networking. Explore the possibilities at NGLA Sponsorship Opportunities.


For more information, contact our sponsorship team at sponsorship@ngla.org.

NGLA MISSION 

 

NGLA educates leaders from a variety of fraternal experiences to transform and empower their community and align actions with values.



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