Student & Pre-PA Events

PA Student Suggested Schedule

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  • Saturday, May 16 | 5 - 7 p.m.

Student Sync-Up

Network, mix, and mingle with PA students and pre-PAs from all over the country at the Opening Reception.

  • Saturday, May 16 | 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Become a PA: Pre-PA Workshop

Aspiring to become a PA? This workshop welcomes future, first-time, and repeat PA school applicants — 100% of attendees at the 2025 Pre-PA Workshop said they would recommend the workshop to a peer!

  • Saturday, May 16 - Monday, May 18

Student Presentations

Join PA leaders and experts for presentations and networking sessions created for PA students.

  • Saturday, May 16 - Monday, May 18

PA Student Networking Lounge

Back by popular demand, this lounge is designed for PA students to relax and mingle between sessions.

  • Sunday, May 17 | 12 - 5 p.m.

iScan26

Join us for iScan26, the gamified ultrasound event for students!

  • Sunday, May 17 | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m

Student Board Meet and Greet

Join the 2025-26 Student Board of Directors for appetizers and drinks in the Student Lounge! Meet your PA student leaders who represent the PA voice nationally and find out more information about PA student leadership and volunteer opportunities with the Student Academy and AAPA.

  • Monday, May 18 | 4 - 6 p.m.

AAPA National Medical Challenge Bowl

Cheer on your PA program at this high-energy medical game show. More information to come as the 2026 event is finalized.