Diversity Conference Program Announced

A keynote address by Ronald L. Jackson II, dean of UC's McMicken College of Arts & Sciences on the topic "What it means and when we all matter: A mandate for diversity excellence" will highlight the

5th Annual University of Cincinnati Diversity Conference

on March 27. A full program has been announced and may be viewed at the conference web site.

The UC community is invited to participate as a conference said conference co-chair Lisa Newman. Participants are invited to register at the conference web site.

"We hope that the entire UC community will demonstrate their commitment to diversity understanding through conference participation," said conference co-chair Lisa Newman. "Participants are invited to register at the conference web site."

The 5th Annual University of Cincinnati Diversity Conference is designed to highlight pedagogy, experiential knowledge and innovative practices that encourage individuals and organizations to build vibrant, diverse and inclusive environments.  To make this event a great community collaboration, organizers have assembled a program of thought-provoking interactive workshop presentations and stimulating panel discussions. Proposals were submitted from interested faculty, students, staff, administrators and area professionals who practice and value being a diversity LEADER, Newman said. During four sessions throughout the day, nine concurrent sessions offer multiple opportunities for participants to find relevant information and thoughtful analysis.

Conference co-chairs are Brandi Elliott, Associate Director, Ethnic Programs & Services, Darwin T. Turner Scholars Program and Lisa Newman, Educator Professor, Communication, Just Community, Diversity Council.

There will be an opening ceremony, keynote address and four concurrent sessions with nine presentation choices. Audiences will range from 25 to 65 people. The format is flexible and may include more than one presenter.  Sessions will be one hour and fifteen minutes in length. All participants will enjoy networking opportunities during breakfast, the Marian Spencer Diversity Ambassador Awards Luncheon and our closing reception.

To view the entire conference program, follow this link.

To register for the conference, follow this link.