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Propel Ohio Collegiate Leadership Summit

Registration Open for Propel Ohio 2026

Join Us at Propel Ohio on October 2, 2026!

Join Community Campus Coalition at Propel for a day of student leadership, community impact, and civic engagement. This year’s event will take place on Friday, October 2 at Bowling Green State University, centered around the theme America’s 250th.

Registration is Now Open Here

2026 Registration

No individual student applications are required. Campuses select and register their participants.

  • Triple C members: 4–10 students, based on institution size, + 1 administrator (see registration form for the number of slots available for your campus)
  • Non-members: Up to 3 students + 1 administrator

When registering, you’ll need the name of the administrator attending. Each campus should coordinate internally to determine who will register and attend Propel Ohio.

Not sure of your membership status? Contact Triple C at admin@communitycampuscoalition.org.

Membership dues must be paid no later than August 31, 2026.


Registration Is Open!

Reserve your campus’s spots today!

Register for Propel Ohio 2026 Here

Full agenda and speaker lineup will be shared leading up to the event.

Why Attend

  • For Students: Connect with peers from across Ohio through interactive sessions and inspiring speakers.
  • For Administrators: Network with colleagues and explore strategies to strengthen civic engagement on campus.

Event Details

Date: Friday, October 2, 2026
Time: 8:30 am to 4 pm
Location: Bowling Green State University
Cost: Free


Thank you to our past partners for hosting the Propel Ohio Collegiate Leadership Summit!

2026: Bowling Green State University

2025: Bowling Green State University

2024: University of Dayton

2023: Case Western Reserve University

2022: Columbus State Community College (Virtual)

2021: Columbus State Community College (Virtual)

2019: Bowling Green State University

2018: Cleveland State University

2017: University of Akron

2016: University of Dayton

2015: The Ohio State University

History of Propel Ohio

Propel Ohio was launched in 2015 by former U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown, rooted in his enduring commitment to civic engagement, equitable opportunity, and participatory democracy. From its very first summit in Columbus, the program has embodied Senator Brown’s belief that young people must be empowered to shape their communities and the future of Ohio.

Over the past decade, Propel Ohio has grown into a signature statewide leadership event, drawing students from colleges, universities, and career and technical schools to explore pressing issues, forge networks, and take action. Through keynote speakers, interactive workshops, and facilitated dialogue, Propel continues to reflect Senator Brown’s values: listening to diverse voices, bridging divides, and building institutions that uplift every Ohioan.

Today, Community Campus Coalition is honored to continue Senator Brown’s vision by leading Propel Ohio into its next decade. With gratitude for his leadership and the foundation he built, we remain committed to empowering emerging leaders, fostering dialogue, and strengthening civic engagement across Ohio’s campuses and communities.


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