Engineering Summit 2026
A Gathering of our Dean’s Leadership Council and Industry Advisory Boards
June 4-5, 2026
Corvallis, Oregon
Join members of our Dean's Leadership Council and Industry Advisory Boards for a two-day summit focused on developing strategies, strengthening partnerships, and increasing impact.
For more information and to RSVP for the event:
Why Your Leadership Matters
The field of engineering, the efforts of partners, and national priorities are shifting rapidly. Our partners are consolidating their talent pipelines, research and design efforts are increasingly collaborative, and economic and national security missions demand innovation. Bringing the DLC and IABs together unlocks:
A stronger platform for workforce and talent development
Our conversations will surface hiring needs, skills gaps, and opportunities to improve readiness and retention, ensuring Oregon State remains a top recruitment partner.
A coordinated voice for public–private investment
When our voices align, OSU is a more effective advocate for facilities, federal appropriations, and statewide and national innovation priorities.
Acceleration of partnership-engaged research and innovation
Partner insights help OSU create large-scale research efforts and reduce barriers from initial engagement to commercialization.
A unified, sector-based strategic approach
Our DLC and IAB partners keep us updated on hiring trends, workforce signals, and research needs. These insights help us align degree programs with employer expectations.
The Experience
An event featuring strategic dialogue and networking with the region's most influential engineering and technology leaders.
The Experience
An event featuring strategic dialogue and networking with the region's most influential engineering and technology leaders.
June 4
Welcome Reception - 6:00 PM
Connect, network, and set the tone for an engaging and productive summit.
June 5
Sunrise Run or Hike - 6:00 AM
Networking Breakfast - 7:30 AM
Opening remarks - 8:15 AM
OSU President Jayathi Y. Murthy
Dean’s Plenary: The Trail to Tomorrow - 8:30 AM
An update on the College of Engineering and its emerging sector-based strategy. The talk will highlight priorities in education, research, partnerships, and impact.
DLC & IAB Spring Meetings and Lunch - 9:45 AM
Breakout Sessions on the Future of Engineering - 1:00 PM
Choose from interactive sessions exploring regional and national priorities, including:
- The intersection of engineering with both art and athletics
- AI and automation across the industry
- Leadership development in the Pacific Northwest
- Innovation, entrepreneurship, and venture collaboration
Engineering EXPO & Awards - All Day
A showcase of student innovation, partnership-engaged projects, and the Industry Choice Awards
Closing Reception - 5:00 PM
A Platform for Impact
Our college is committed to serving as one of the nation’s most trusted, mission-driven organizations where partners come together to shape the future of technology, talent, and innovation.
Your participation strengthens OSU’s ability to:
- Deliver job-ready graduates who meet industry expectations
- Advance sector-aligned research with national-level impact
- Catalyze public–private investment that benefits the state and region
- Build a coordinated ecosystem that turns research into real-world outcomes
At the same time, DLC and IAB members gain:
- Clear visibility into OSU’s strategic direction
- Access to top talent and applied research opportunities
- A trusted partnership platform that can amplify returns on investment
- A voice in shaping the engineering workforce and innovation strategies
Join Us
We look forward to welcoming you to Corvallis and working together to advance the impact of Oregon State and the partners we collectively serve. The event is invitation-only for our Dean’s Leadership Council and Industry Advisory Board members. Please contact Julie Brandis for more information.