Plan Your Event Good event planning comes down to knowing what to do and when to do it. Choose your event type below for a phased checklist that walks you through every task — before, during and after — so nothing gets missed. Alumni Engagement Start Planning Community Outreach Start Planning Conferences and Symposia Start Planning Continuing Education Start Planning Graduation Ceremonies Start Planning Poster Sessions Start Planning Professional Development Start Planning Seminars and Lectures Start Planning Student Engagement Start Planning Webinars and Hybrid Events Start Planning