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Winter 2026 Student Leadership Conference

Winter 2026 Student Leadership Conference

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Seneca Student Leadership Conference: Leading to Your Future 

Thursday, Feb. 26 | The Great Hall, Newnham Campus

   REGISTER NOW   

About the Conference 

The conference focuses on career readiness and leadership development through interactive sessions led by industry experts. Students will gain essential human skills and industry-relevant knowledge, preparing them to succeed in today’s workforce. Registration will close on Feb. 19. 

Topics include: 

  • Leadership in the Age of AI
  • Teamwork and problem-solving
  • Effective communication
  • Entrepreneurship 

In collaboration with Seneca Works, participants will build connections, learn practical tools, and explore AI to enhance their leadership capabilities. 

Conference Schedule 

Time

Session

9 a.m. 

Arrival and Opening Remarks 

9:15 a.m. 

AI Roundtable 

  • Keith Loo, CEO, Skinopathy Inc.
  • Imran Mouna, Director, Strategic Partnerships, InStage
  • Panos Panagiotakopoulos, Professor, Seneca Polytechnic
  • Kent Peel, Professor, Seneca Polytechnic 

10 a.m. 

Breakout Sessions 

11:15 a.m. 

Keynote 

12 p.m. 

Lunch 

1 p.m. 

Seneca Serves

3:45 p.m. 

Reflection 

4:50 p.m. 

Closing Session – Seneca Serves (Full-Day Attendees) 

 Half-Day vs. Full-Day Participation 

Option 

End time 

Includes Seneca Serves? 

Capacity 

Half-day 

1 p.m. 

No 

Open 

Full-day 

5 p.m. 

Yes 

20 students (first come, first served) 

Half-day: 

  • Leadership roundtable on leading in a time of AI
  • Breakout session on a leadership topic that interests you
  • Keynote on diversity and representation in leadership 

Full-day: 

  • Morning roundtable and breakout session to prepare for Seneca Serves
  • Keynote session
  • Afternoon hands-on learning with Black Kids Code students
  • Reflection activity with Seneca Works
  • Full-day attendance is mandatory 

What is Seneca Serves? 

Seneca Serves is a Student Life initiative providing hands-on leadership experience through community engagement. This year, we’re partnering with Black Kids Code, an organization empowering Black youth with STEM and digital technology skills. 

As a volunteer, you’ll: 

  • Facilitate activities and support students
  • Mentor youth while helping them develop leadership skills
  • Strengthen your communication, collaboration, and facilitation skills 

All attendees, half-day and full-day, will receive recognition for participation. 

Workshops 

Students who register by the deadline will receive a confirmation email with their workshop selections. Review the descriptions before making your choice. Workshops are first-come, first-served due to room capacity. 

Workshop Options: 

Workshop title 

Description 

Communication & Emotional Intelligence for Today’s Leaders 

Strong leadership starts with effective communication. This workshop explores essential communication skills, including how to navigate workplace disagreements. Students will also build emotional intelligence through self-awareness, self-regulation and social awareness, and learn how to apply these skills on the job. 

Identifying Your Leadership Skills 

You’ve gained more leadership skills than you think. In this interactive session, students will identify strengths developed through coursework, clubs and community involvement, and uncover transferable skills they can apply in future roles. 

Your AI Job Search Toolkit: Five Useful Prompts 

AI is changing the job search. This session explores how to use AI to identify career paths, tailor resumes and cover letters, and prepare for interviews. Students will learn practical prompts they can use right away. 

Entrepreneurship 

Discover what it takes to be an intrapreneur or entrepreneur. This session introduces venture pathways, steps to get started and an overview of HELIX — Seneca’s innovation and entrepreneurship incubator. 

Travel & Commuting

  • Allow extra time to get to campus
  • The Shuttle Bus will not run during Study Week
  • Visit public transportation to plan your commute

Meet the Speaker 

Keith Loo is the CEO and co-founder of Skinopathy, an award-winning Canadian medical AI company that uses artificial intelligence to improve the detection and management of skin diseases and cancers. His work has earned global recognition, including honours from INSEAD, AIMed, and the Startup World Cup, where Skinopathy represented Canada. 

With more than 25 years in technology, Keith has worked with Microsoft, Apple, IBM, and Logitech, advising major organizations on AI and digital strategy. He also teaches at the Schulich School of Business and serves in leadership roles supporting innovation, healthcare, and community development. 

Keith speaks internationally on AI, leadership, inclusion, and the future of work.