70th National Alumni
Convention
Dear Alumni,
It is with great pride and heartfelt excitement that we welcome you to a truly momentous occasion — the 70th National Alumni Convention of Philander Smith University in Little Rock!
This landmark gathering brings together alumni from across the nation to celebrate our shared legacy, lifelong connections, and the transformative experiences that began on the historic campus of Philander Smith University. As we convene in Little Rock, we honor the rich heritage of our institution while embracing the promise of its future.
This convention is more than a reunion — it is a powerful celebration of excellence, resilience, and Panther pride. Together, we will reflect on our journeys, recognize outstanding achievements, and strengthen the bonds that unite us as one alumni family.
70th National Alumni Convention Registration
“Celebrating Our Storied Philander Journey”
Little Rock, Arkansas
April 9-12, 2026
>>Download 2026 Registration Form HERE<<
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FULL REGISTRATION EVENT TICKET
Early Bird: January - March 6, 2026 $175.00
Regular: March 7, 2026 - March 28, 2026 $200.00
Late: March 29, 2026 - April 6, 2026 $250.00
INDIVIDUAL EVENT TICKETS
*All tickets are included with FULL REGISTRATION
NAA President Reception - $40.00
Jazz Champagne Luncheon - $40.00
Celebration Banquet - $60.00
Souvenir Booklet - $25.00
Hospitality Room - $35.00
Wyndham Riverfront Hotel
>>NAAPSU 2026 Wyndham Riverfront Online Reservation<<
Reservation Code: “NAAPSU Convention 2026”
Phone: 1-501-371-9000
Toll Free: 1-866-657-4458

PLACE YOUR MESSAGE IN THE 2026 NATIONAL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION SOUVENIR BOOKLET
>>2026 Official Souvenir Booklet Ad Form<<
| The National Alumni Association Souvenir Booklet Committee invites organizations, businesses, churches, alumni, individuals, and friends to place an ad or dedicate a page in the 70th Annual National Alumni Association Convention souvenir booklet, which will be distributed during the convention. | ||
| Black and White Ads | Color Ads | |
| Full page | $100.00 | $150.00 |
| ½ page | $50.00 | $75.00 |
| Patron Listing | $20.00 | |
70th Annual National Alumni Association Convention
Tentative Convention Schedule
April 9 - 12, 2026
Time |
Thursday, April 9, 2026 |
Location |
| 8:30 am - 4:00 pm | Convention Registration | PSU |
| 9:00 am - 9:45 am | NAA Executive Board Meeting | PSU |
| 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | Business Session I | PSU |
| 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | NAA President's Welcome Reception Recognizing the Class of 1976 | PSU |
| Theme: Boots on the Ground | Attire: Western Wear | ||
Time |
Friday, April 10, 2026 |
Location |
| 9:00 am - 9:45 am | Business Session II | PSU |
| 10:00 am - 10:45 am | Workshop #1 | PSU |
| 11:00 am - 11:45 am | Workshop #2 | PSU |
| 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm | Jazz Champagne Luncheon | PSU |
| Theme: Philander Pride | Attire: Green and Gold | ||
| 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Business Session III (If neccessary) | PSU |
| 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Memorial Service | PSU |
| 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm | Dominoes, Spades, & Bingo | PSU |
| 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm | Hospitality | Wyndham |
Time |
Saturday, April 11, 2026 |
Location |
| 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | PSU President's State of the University | TBA |
| 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Annual Celebration Banquet | Wyndham |
| Let's Celebrate! | Attire All White | ||
| 9:30 pm - 10:30 pm | Executive Board Meeting | Wyndham |
Time |
Sunday, April 12, 2026 |
Location |
| 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | Worship at Wesley Chapel UMC | PSU |
| 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm | SpringFest Kick-off | PSU |

