Frequently Asked Questions

• Who is invited to Alabama Collegiate Summit?

All students and recent graduates (preferably under the age of 25) of post-secondary institutions within the state of Alabama or students from the state of Alabama who are currently attending a college or university out-of-state. Attendees may include undergraduate- and graduate-level students, as well as young professionals.

• What is the cost of attendance?

Attendance at Alabama Collegiate Summit is free. However, accommodations are not provided.

• When will food be served?

The Summit will include a light breakfast and a full luncheon on Saturday; no food will be served Friday evening.

• What is the Summit dress code?

The dress code for the Summit will be business formal.

• What preparations do I need to make?

When you register for the Summit, your email address will be added to our mailing list, and you will receive information on your assigned commission, the panelists serving in that commission, and any pertinent information concerning the subject matter of the commission. No "bills" or proposals need to be written beforehand, although delegates are welcome to do so on an informal basis.

• What is the VOTES Coalition?

The VOTES Coalition (www.votescoalition.org) is a new student-led group that seeks to pursue non-partisan and bi-partisan projects and coordinate information sharing between student political groups. It was founded in 2004 by the College Republicans and College Democrats at the University of Alabama. Collegiate Summit is the first project of the Coalition.