schedule of events
2:00-2:40PM
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Welcome and Plenary (Great Hall, Shepard 2nd Floor)
Vince Boudreau, Dean of the Colin Powell School for Civic and Global Leadership The City College of New York William Corrin, Deputy Director, K-12 Education Policy Area MDRC |
2:50-3:50PM
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Concurrent Breakout Session with Industry Professionals
Session A: Community Development (Shepard 209) Learn about how to build and bridge communities through developing partnerships, hosting events, and gathering people together. Session B: Economic Development (Administration Building 201) Learn about the impact of economic development through finance, credit unions, and accounting. Session C: Education (Shepard 107) Understand the challenges and best practices with college access and success, including mentorship, leadership, and additional resources for students. Session D: Environmental Justice (Shepard 550) Learn various strategies and community responses in going green and creating more sustainable communities. Session E: Health Justice (Shepard 558) Understand trending issues, challenges and best practices with organizations that work towards reducing and eliminating health disparities. Session F: International Development (Shepard 250) Focus on global perspectives in addressing development, service, and providing assistance to under-served communities and countries. Session G: Policy and Advocacy (Shepard 350) Learn about empowering communities, changing and affecting law and policy, and giving voice to the voiceless. Session H: Social and Community Services (Shepard 201) Understand how city organizations and agencies provide social services for the community, including housing, job placement, and additional resources. Session I: Youth Development (Shepard 1) Focus on the various support structures and resources for students, including arts programs, sports activities, and out-of-school alternatives. |
4:00-5:00PM
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Organization Fair (Great Hall, Shepard 2nd Floor)
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