PRINTING United Expo 2026 expands Student Day

PRINTING United Alliance, in partnership with The Foundation for Graphic Communication Education (The FGCE), continues to expand its popular Student Day experience at PRINTING United Expo 2026. The event will take place Thursday, September 24, at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV, USA. Student Day is designed to introduce students to the limitless career opportunities across the printing industry. This year’s program will feature enhanced career development programming, expanded mentorship opportunities, and greater one-on-one engagement with industry professionals.

Learn more about Student Day at PRINTING United Expo and sign up to attend here. 

PRINTING United Alliance also curates an exciting event that exposes students to the biggest global players and opportunities in the industry. The FGCE has invested significant scholarship dollars to enable the trip for some students and educators, as well.

“Student Day has become one of the most meaningful experiences at PRINTING United Expo because it is where the next generation connects with the people, companies, and technologies shaping the future of print,” says Christine Cachuela, VP of Membership Operations, PRINTING United Alliance. “Students gain first-hand exposure to career opportunities, build valuable industry connections, and often take their first steps toward internships and careers, while exhibitors have the opportunity to meet talented future employees.”

Charlotte Tueckmantel, director of operations, The FGCE, says, “We are excited by the opportunities this year’s Student Day agenda provides to engage directly with leaders, technology, and companies at the forefront of the printing industry. Students can expect to make valuable connections they can leverage during their educational and career journey.”

Cachuela also highlights that The FGCE’s scholarship program makes that impact even greater by helping more students and educators attend the Expo and experience our industry first-hand. “We’re incredibly grateful for this continued partnership and The FGCE’s investment in helping the future of our workforce attend our global event,” she says.

Highlights

The 2026 program introduces new experiences designed to deepen student engagement. This includes:

• Expo All-Stars ambassador-led booth tours with participating exhibitors. This gives students personalized guidance and the opportunity to connect directly with industry professionals using provided complimentary business cards.

• Opportunities to learn about internships, career pathways, and emerging technologies transforming every segment of the printing industry.

• Immersive visits to experience some of the Expo’s premier attractions. These include the Apparel Zone, PRINTING AI Pavilion, and Women in Print Alliance Luncheon.

• Career development panel discussion and interactive roundtable conversations with industry professionals.

• Student Day Lounge equipped with fun activities, networking opportunities, and a designated professional headshot area. This is for students and Expo attendees alike.

• Special show merchandise activation, live demonstrations of the latest iLEARNING+ courses, available free for students and educators, and interview opportunities in the Alliance Booth. 

Calling All Expo Exhibitors

Student Day offers exhibitors an opportunity to connect directly with the next generation of print professionals. By hosting booth tours, showcasing innovative technologies, and sharing insights into careers within their organizations, participating exhibitors can inspire students while building awareness of the exciting opportunities available across the industry. Reach out to Christine Cachuela for more details on how to get involved: [email protected].

Currently, Canon USA, Cutworx USA, Fiery, Konica Minolta, Muller Martini, and Orbus have committed to supporting Student Day.