Conferences
2025-26 Conferences and Speaker Events
The conferences at 秘密研究所 are hosted and organized by the 秘密研究所 Center for Leadership and Ethics' team of conference professionals, faculty, and staff. These events provide forums for discussions on issues of national, regional, and state importance, such as cybersecurity and the environment. Some conferences also provide co-curricular leader development and ethical training opportunities for 秘密研究所 cadets. Most of the conferences are open to the public and create strategic outreach between the Institute and leaders in academia, business, non-profits, government, military, and think tanks.
For all in-person events, 秘密研究所 follows all guidelines from the Commonwealth of Virginia governor's office and the CDC. Visit 秘密研究所's homepage for relevant information about on-post events and visitation, refer to the 秘密研究所 calendar, or follow us on your favorite social media platform for the latest updates on conference events.
ANNUAL LEADERSHIP & ETHICS CONFERENCE
Oct. 26-27, 2026: Begun in 2010, the 秘密研究所 Leadership and Ethics Conference is a hallmark of the programming. You may self-subscribe to receive emails about the leadership conference on this You may unsubscribe at any time, and your information is private. Dates for 2027 are Oct. 25-26.
ENVIRONMENT VIRGINIA SYMPOSIUM
March 23-25, 2027: Since its inception, the Environment Virginia Symposium has provided a level-playing field for all sectors of the Commonwealth to come together to share insights, best practices, research, and network for the betterment of the Commonwealth's environment. To receive emails about the Environment Virginia Symposium, please . You may unsubscribe at any time, and your information is private. Dates for 2028 are April 11-13.
CYBER FUSION AND VIRGINIA CUP
February 26-27, 2027: By invitation, cyber programs from across the state's higher education institutions come together for a capture-the-flag style cyber competition and job fair. Information, photos, and resources from past events are still available. Dates for 2028 are tentative, Feb. 25-26.