To enhance your symposium experience, several attendee events are planned throughout the week. They are open to all NSDI '25 attendees. Check back here for the latest additions to the activities schedule.
NSDI '25 Student Meetup
Sunday, 6:00 pm–7:00 pm
Independence Ballroom Foyer
Refreshments sponsored by Futurewei
All student attendees are invited to an informal mixer after the technical sessions end on Tuesday. No sign-up is necessary.
NSDI '25 Symposium Luncheon and Test of Time Award Presentation
Monday, 12:20 pm–2:00 pm
Franklin Hall A
NSDI '25 Student Mentoring
Monday, 6:00 pm–7:00 pm
Franklin Hall 5–6
The NSDI '25 mentorship program is designed to give students and recent graduates a chance to network with other attendees, get career advice from a senior member of the community, and obtain feedback on their research. If you are interested in participating in this activity, either as a mentor or mentee, see the NSDI '25 Mentorship Program page for details.
NSDI '25 Poster Session and Reception
Tuesday, 6:00 pm–7:30 pm
Franklin Hall A
Check out the cool new ideas and the latest preliminary research on display at the Poster Session and Reception. Enjoy dinner, drinks, and the chance to connect with other attendees, authors, and symposium organizers.
Sponsor Events
Sponsor events will be held on Monday from 6:00 pm–7:00 pm and Tuesday from 7:30 pm–8:30 pm.
ByteDance Sponsor Event
Innovate Together: ByteDance AI Network Meetup
Monday, 6:00 pm–7:00 pm
Franklin Hall 7–8
Join ByteDance for a panel introduction with networking experts and unveil career development opportunities!
Meta Sponsor Event
Tuesday, 7:30 pm–8:30 pm
Franklin Hall 5–6
Join Meta to learn more about current projects and enjoy refreshments while networking with other attendees.
Birds-of-a-Feather Sessions (BoFs)
Monday, 7:00 pm–9:00 pm
Tuesday, 7:30 pm–9:30 pm
Registered attendees may schedule Birds-of-a-Feather sessions (BoFs) and reserve meeting rooms for them in one-hour increments via the BoFs schedule grid posted outside the badge pickup area. The Attendee Guide, which will be sent to registered attendees shortly before the event, contains more details for scheduling a BoF.