Considered the heart of the Blackburn experience, this annual, two-day symposium brings students, fellows, advisory board members, as well as respected community and state leaders together to hear speakers, participate in round-table discussions, and determine plans of action. Learn more about the Gloria and John L. Blackburn Academic Symposium and the Frank A. Nix Endowed Memorial Lectureship.
2025 Keynote Speaker Dr. Robert Putnam
Open to full UA Community
2025 Full Symposium Schedule
Open to Blackburn members