Open Source Conference GW OSCON 2027 | The GW Open Source Program Office

Join students, faculty, and staff for two days of learning, sharing, and collaborating in open-source software.

GW's Third Annual Open Source Conference

March 31 - April 1, 2027 • Washington, D.C.

Check out highlights from the inaugural OSCON!

Hosted by the GW Open Source Program Office (OSPO), this conference brings together students, faculty, and staff passionate about open-source software, with guests from Washington DC, and beyond. Whether you’re an experienced contributor or just beginning, this event offers a platform to learn, share, and connect with others in the open-source community.

Conference Highlights

The GW OSCON features:

Presentations from key members of GW's open source community.

Lightning talks from students and researchers contributing to open source.

Panel discussions with policy makers and federal agency representatives.

March 31 - April 1, 2027

Keynote Speakers

We are inspired by these leaders of the open source community, who will anchor the themes of the OSCON with their keynotes:

Nithya Ruff

Nithya Ruff is Chair of the Linux Foundation Board and one of the world's most recognized open source leaders. A pioneer of the Open Source Program Office movement, she built the governance frameworks that enable enterprises to contribute to and lead open source at scale — including at Amazon, Comcast, and SanDisk. With 25 years in the field, she now applies that same lens to AI governance, making the case that the principles that made open source trustworthy — transparency, accountability, and clear licensing — are exactly what AI ecosystems need to mature responsibly. She speaks to executive, board, and policy audiences globally.

Sponsor GW's Annual Open Source Conference

March 31 - April 1, 2027

GW believes in the power of open source to drive innovation and education. As the only R1 research institution with an engineering school in the nation’s capital, we are uniquely positioned to foster meaningful connections between academia, industry, and government.

We invite you to join us as a partner in this exciting event.

Why Sponsor GW's Open Source Conference?

The GW OSCON is a platform for collaboration and a showcase of the future of technology. Sponsoring this event provides you with the opportunity to:

Engage with key innovators in the open-source community.

Strengthen your brand’s presence in the Washington, D.C. area.

Showcase your commitment to open source software and open technologies

Network with policy makers, academic leaders, students, and federal agencies.

Support the next generation of open-source contributors.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Gold Sponsorship:
$10,000

3 spots available!

8 attendees
One 15-minute featured speaking opportunity
Exhibit table in our Contributor Hub
Listed as a Gold Sponsor on website, event signage, etc.

Silver Sponsorship:
$5,000

8 spots available*

4 attendees
One 5-minute presentation opportunity
Exhibit table in our Contributor Hub
Listed as Silver Sponsor on website, event signage, etc.

*Start-ups and non-profits may secure a Silver Sponsorship for US $3,000 provided they: (1) Have been in business less
than 3 years; (2) Have less than $5M in annual revenue; and (3) Have less than 30 employees.

View our full Sponsor Prospectus

Ready to Sponsor?

This is an opportunity to align your brand with open-source innovation at one of the nation’s leading universities. For sponsorship inquiries, please contact David Lippert, Director, Open Source Program Office at david [dot] lippertemail [dot] gwu [dot] edu (david[dot]lippert[at]email[dot]gwu[dot]edu).

Justice Equity Diversity Inclusion (JEDI)

The GW OSCON is proud to have received a gold badge from the CHAOSS DEI Badging for Events.

All GW OSCON participants are expected to follow our Code of Conduct.

Getting Here

The GW Campus in Foggy Bottom is conveniently located in the heart of Washington, D.C., close to three major airports: Ronald Reagan Washington National, Washington Dulles International and Baltimore Washington International, as well as to Union Station where you can take the bus or train.

Public transportation is at your doorstep with the Foggy Bottom/GWU Metro stop on the Orange, Blue and Silver lines located right on campus.

GW's Open Source Program Office is generously supported by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation.

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