The annual Global Undergraduate Awards (GUA) Global Summit is a distinguished three-day event designed for exceptional undergraduate students and esteemed academics.
Our 2026 Summit timetable showcases a dynamic blend of aspirational keynote sessions, panel discussions, and award ceremonies, all centered around the broad theme of transferable skills through inspirational journeys. Each session over the 3 days highlights diverse expertise and encouraging a growth mindset.
Dynamic speakers, unique paths and adaptable skill workshops designed to be tranversed from multiple disciplines. From leadership to innovation, these jam-packed days are designed to engage, emphasise and nurture the importance of versatility in today’s ever-changing world.
The 17th Annual GUA Global Summit will be hosted in Dublin and take place over four days from 8th –11th November 2026
Summit Timetable Coming Soon
Sunday, 9 November
All day
Global Winners – Meet/Airport Transfers
Arrival & Accommodation Check-in
16:00 – 18:00
Walking Tour of Dublin + Book of Kells (Ends at Welcome Reception) – add-on purchase
18:00 – 20:00
Welcome Reception: The Church
Monday, 10 November
19:00 – 22:00
Highly Commended & Regional Winners Event & Ceremony – add-on guests available
09:00 – 09:30
Summit Registration/Morning Networking
09:30 – 09:45
Opening Address/Summit Overview
09:45 – 10:30
Keynote Address: Yemi Adanuga
10:30 – 11:10
Global Winners Presentations
11:25 – 13:00
Breakout Sessions – see companion for more information
13:00
Lunch
13:50 – 14:25
Keynote: Dr.Ali Rizvi
14:40 – 15:40
Global Winners Presentations
15:45 – 16:30
Connor & Joeli – Root and Rise
16:30 – 16:45
Days Closing remarks
Tuesday, 11 November
09:00 – 09:30
Morning Networking
09:30 – 10:15
Keynote Address: Dr. Shirley Kavanagh
10:20 – 11:10
Global Winners Presentations
11:10 – 12:30
Breakout Sessions – see companion for more information
12:30 – 13:15
Lunch
13:15 – 14:00
Breakout Sessions – see companion for more information
14:00 – 14:50
Global Winners Presentations
15:00 – 15:45
GUA Alumni Keynote: Dr. Amy Campbell
15:45 – 16:00
Closing Remarks
19:15 – 22:00
Gala Dinner & Global Winners Awards Ceremony – see companion for more information
Wednesday, 12 November
10:00 – 10:30
Morning Networking
10:30 – 13:00
Poster Session – Limited Presentation Spaces are available – Pre-registration is required – Register Here
11:00 – 12:30
Headshot & Profile Photography – Drop-in booth
12:30 – 13:00
Closing Keynote Speaker: Jim Barry – GUA Chairperson
New 2026 Submission Season Launch
