Wilberforce University Alumni Association

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Wilberforce University Alumni Association

About this event

2026 Wilberforce University Alumni Association National Conference

1114 Washington Blvd

Detroit, MI 48226, USA


Standard Conference Registration (WUAA Members and Spouses)
$400
Available until Apr 30

Early Bird Registration April 1-30, 2026


Full Conference Registration (All sessions and meetings)
Welcome Reception (Live Entertainment and Learn the Detroit Hustle)

Opening Session

Awards Luncheon (Live Entertainment)

Annual Meeting

Morning Meditation & Fitness
Health Fair

Green and Gold Gala (Live Entertainment)

Gospel Brunch (Live Entertainment)
Souvenir Booklet


WUAA membership will be verified.


Note: The sightseeing tour is NOT INCLUDED with your registration.


Standard Conference Registration (Non WUAA Members)
$450
Available until Apr 30

Early Bird Registration (Non-WUAA Members) April 1-30, 2026


Full Conference Registration (All sessions and meetings)
Welcome Reception (Live Entertainment and Learn the Detroit Hustle)

Awards Luncheon (Live Entertainment)

Annual Meeting
Morning Meditation & Fitness
Health Fair

Green and Gold Gala (Live Entertainment)

Gospel Brunch (Live Entertainment)
Souvenir Booklet


Note: The sightseeing tour is NOT INCLUDED with your registration.

Welcome Reception (À La Carte Options)
$75

Kick off the National Conference in style as you mix, mingle and reconnect with fellow alumni and guests.

Awards Luncheon (À La Carte Options)
$100

A special midday celebration honoring alumni and supporters who dedicate their time and efforts to preserving the mission and legacy of Wilberforce University.

Sightseeing Tour (À La Carte Options)
$60

Put on something comfortable, hop on the bus and tour the beautiful city of Detroit. Motown, Fox Theatre, and more!

Green and Gold Gala (À La Carte Options)
$175

A black-tie evening of excellence and fellowship. Enjoy great food, great music and have a great time! "A Magical Moment in Motown"

Gospel Brunch (À La Carte Options)
$85

Join us for the official closing event of the 2026 WUAA National Conference. Gather with alumni and guests as we reflect, give thanks, and celebrate a successful weekend of connection and purpose. A heartfelt conclusion to an unforgettable experience—don’t miss it!

Souvenir Booklet (Add-On)
$25

Purchase a copy of the 2026 WUAA Souvenir Booklet. This purchase price includes shipping and handling fees. You can also pick up a copy during the conference.

Legacy Partner (Presenting Sponsor)
$5,000
This is a group ticket, it includes 6 tickets

Legacy Partner (Presenting Sponsor)


Brand Visibility

  • Top billing on all conference marketing materials
  • Premier logo placement on website, email blasts, and social media graphics
  • Logo featured on stage signage and conference step-and-repeat
  • Full-page program advertisement (premium front placement)

Engagement Opportunities

  • Opportunity to deliver welcome remarks at a major conference session
  • Reserved seating at all conference events
  • Branded promotional item placed in attendee bags

Conference Access

  • Six (6) complimentary conference registrations
  • Recognized during opening and closing ceremonies
Green and Gold Sponsor
$3,500
This is a group ticket, it includes 4 tickets

Green and Gold Sponsors


Brand Visibility

  • Logo on marketing materials, website sponsor page, and event signage
  • Full-page program advertisement

Engagement Opportunities

  • Recognition as sponsor during all conference events
  • Reserved seating at all conference events

Conference Access

  • Four (4) complimentary conference registrations
  • Recognized during opening and closing ceremonies
Bulldog Sponsor
$2,500
This is a group ticket, it includes 3 tickets

Bulldog Sponsor


Brand Visibility

  • Logo on website and select conference materials
  • Full page program advertisement

Engagement Opportunities

  • Recognition as sponsor during all conference events
  • Reserved seating at all conference events

Conference Access

  • Three (3) complimentary conference registrations
  • Recognized during opening and closing ceremonies
Alumni Partner
$1,000

Alumni Partner


Brand Visibility

  • Name/logo displayed in the program and on the website
  • Included in rotating sponsor slides during main sessions

Engagement Opportunities

  • Recognition as sponsor during all conference events
  • Reserved seating at all conference events

Conference Access

  • One (1) complimentary registration
Friend of Wilberforce
$500

Friend of Wilberforce


Brand Visibility

  • Name listed in the conference program and on the sponsor webpage
  • Included in a group “thank-you” social media recognition post

Engagement Opportunities

  • Recognition as sponsor during all conference events
  • Reserved seating at all conference events

Conference Access

  • 50% Discounted conference registration opportunity
Inside Back Cover (Souvenir Booklet)
$400

Inside Back Cover - $400

·         Inside Back Cover AD Image Areas (7” x 10”)

·    Please submit camera ready ads in pdf, jpeg, or png format. For maximum, exposure don't forget to include contact and social media information.  Ads must be high-quality, with a resolution of300 DPI or higher. Ads that are not fully designed or camera-ready may be returned for further revisions.

·         All typefaces and images must be embedded or linked and submitted with graphics that do not require any design adjustments.

·         All ads and logos will be in color.

·         All payments and artwork are due Friday, June 19, 2026, 11:59 p.m. to be included in the program.

·         Ads must be submitted via the 2026 Conference email address – [email protected]

·         The file name and email subject should be in the following format:


Michelle Milam_Full Inside Back Page

WUAA-Detroit Chapter_ Full Inside Back Page

Inside Front Cover (Souvenir Booklet)
$400

Inside Front Cover - $400

·         Inside Front Cover AD Image Areas (7” x 10”)

·         Please submit camera ready ads in pdf, jpeg, or png format. For maximum, exposure don't forget to include contact and social media information.  Ads must be high-quality, with a resolution of 300 DPI or higher. Ads that are not fully designed or camera-ready may be returned for further revisions.

·         All typefaces and images must be embedded or linked and submitted with graphics that do not require any design adjustments.

·         All ads and logos will be in color.

·         All payments and artwork are due Friday, June 19, 2026, 11:59 p.m. to be included in the program.

·         Ads must be submitted via the 2026 Conference email address – [email protected]

·         The file name and email subject should be in the following format:


Michelle Milam_Full Inside Front Page

WUAA-Detroit Chapter_ Inside Front Page

 

Outside Back Cover (Souvenir Booklet)
$400

Outside Back Cover - $400

·         Outside Back Cover AD Image Areas (7” x 10”)

·         Please submit camera ready ads in pdf, jpeg, or png format. For maximum, exposure don't forget to include contact and social media information. Ads must be high-quality, with a resolution of 300 DPI or higher. Ads that are not fully designed or camera-ready may be returned for further revisions.

·         All typefaces and images must be embedded or linked and submitted with graphics that do not require any design adjustments.

·         All ads and logos will be in color.

·         All payments and artwork are due Friday, June 19, 2026, 11:59 p.m. to be included in the program.

·         Ads must be submitted via the 2026 Conference email address – [email protected]

·         The file name should be in the following format:


Michelle Milam_Full Outside Back Page

WUAA-Detroit Chapter_ Full Outside Back Page

Full Page Ad
$225

Full Page - $225

·         Full Color Page AD Image Area (7” x 10”)

·         Please submit camera ready ads in pdf, jpeg, or png format. For maximum, exposure don't forget to include contact and social media information.  Ads must be high-quality, with a resolution of300 DPI or higher. Ads that are not fully designed or camera-ready may be returned for further revisions.

·         All typefaces and images must be embedded or linked and submitted with graphics that do not require any design adjustments.

·         All ads and logos will be in color.

·         All payments and artwork are due Friday, June 19, 2026, 11:59 p.m. to be included in the program.

·         Ads must be submitted via the 2026 Conference email address – [email protected]

·         The file name and email subject line should be in the following format:


Michelle Milam_Full Page

WUAA-Detroit Chapter_ Full Page

Half Page Ad
$125

Half Page - $125

·         Half Color Page AD Image Area (7” x 4.875”)

·         Please submit camera ready ads in pdf, jpeg, or png format. For maximum, exposure don't forget to include contact and social media information.  Ads must be high-quality, with a resolution of300 DPI or higher. Ads that are not fully designed or camera-ready may be returned for further revisions.

·         All typefaces and images must be embedded or linked and submitted with graphics that do not require any design adjustments.

·         All ads and logos will be in color.

·         All payments and artwork are due Friday, June 19, 2026, 11:59 p.m. to be included in the program.

·         Ads must be submitted via the 2026 Conference email address – [email protected]

·         The file name and email subject line should be in the following format:


Michelle Milam_Half Page

WUAA-Detroit Chapter_ Half Page

Quarter-Page Ad
$75

Quarter Page - $75 

·         Quarter Page AD specification (3.625” x 4.875”) horizontal

·         Please submit camera ready ads in pdf, jpeg, or png format. For maximum, exposure don't forget to include contact and social media information.  Ads must be high-quality, with a resolution of300 DPI or higher. Ads that are not fully designed or camera-ready may be returned for further revisions.

·         All typefaces and images must be embedded or linked and submitted with graphics that do not require any design adjustments.

·         All ads and logos will be in color.

·         All payments and artwork are due Friday, June 19, 2026, 11:59 p.m. to be included in the program.

·         Ads must be submitted via the 2026 Conference email address – [email protected]

·         The file name and email subject line should be in the following format:


Michelle Milam_Quarter Page

WUAA-Detroit Chapter_ Quarter Page

Business Card
$50

Business Cards - $50 

·         Business Card AD specification (3.5” x 2”) horizontal

·         Please submit camera ready ads in pdf, jpeg, or png format. For maximum, exposure don't forget to include contact and social media information.  Ads must be high-quality, with a resolution of300 DPI or higher. Ads that are not fully designed or camera-ready may be returned for further revisions.

·         All typefaces and images must be embedded or linked and submitted with graphics that do not require any design adjustments.

·         All ads and logos will be in color.

·         All payments and artwork are due Friday, June 19, 2026, 11:59 p.m. to be included in the program.

·         Ads must be submitted via the 2026 Conference email address – [email protected]

·         The file name and email subject line should be in the following format:


Michelle Milam_Business Card

WUAA-Detroit Chapter_ Business Card

Patron List (one line)
$25

Patron List (One Line - Name) - $25

·         One Name per line

·         Please indicate the spelling of the name as it should appear in the journal.  

·         Please submit camera ready ads in pdf, jpeg, or png format. For maximum, exposure don't forget to include contact and social media information.  Ads must be high-quality, with a resolution of300 DPI or higher. Ads that are not fully designed or camera-ready may be returned for further revisions.

·         All typefaces and images must be embedded or linked and submitted with graphics that do not require any design adjustments.

·         All ads and logos will be in color.

·         All payments and artwork are due Friday, June 19, 2026, 11:59 p.m. to be included in the program.

·         Ads must be submitted via the 2026 Conference email address – [email protected]

·         The file name and email subject line should be in the following format:


Mrs. Marsha Williams - Patron List

Weekend Vendor
$200

Access to book a room at the host hotel at the conference rate. Vendor information will be provided to all conference attendees.


Each vendor will be provided:
One 6-ft table
Two chairs and a black tablecloth
One bottled water


Vendors are encouraged to bring a tablecloth to personalize their space. If electricity is required, please notify us in advance and bring your own extension cords and charging devices.

Vendor Raffle Contribution:
As part of the event, we kindly request that each vendor donate at least one item to be used in a raffle during the conference. Your contribution will help enhance the experience for all attendees and promote your business further.

One Day Vendor
$150

Access to book a room at the host hotel at the conference rate. Vendor information will be provided to all conference attendees.


Each vendor will be provided:
One 6-ft table
Two chairs and a black tablecloth
One bottled water


Vendors are encouraged to bring a tablecloth to personalize their space. If electricity is required, please notify us in advance and bring your own extension cords and charging devices.

Vendor Raffle Contribution:
As part of the event, we kindly request that each vendor donate at least one item to be used in a raffle during the conference. Your contribution will help enhance the experience for all attendees and promote your business further.

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