University of Rochester : College of Arts, Sciences, Engineering : Rochester Center for Community Leadership

Critical Issues in Leadership: Urban Education
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Monday, January 17, 2005

University Press Release
Conference Schedule

Schedule of Events

9:30am – 10:30am Conference Registration
Bridge Lounge, Wilson Commons

10:15am Welcome Remarks
May Room, Wilson Commons

10:30am – 12:15pm Workshop Session I
Locations To Be Announced

Green Street Arts Center : A Model of City and University Collaboration
Wesleyan University, in collaboration with the City of Middletown, the North End Action Team, and other local community organizations, converted a former school on Green Street, Middletown, CT, into a cultural and educational resource for the community. The center will particularly benefit children and families in the North End of low and moderate incomes who could not otherwise afford classes with art professionals. Presented by Ricardo Morris, Director of the Green Street Arts Center.

11:30am – 2:30pm Engage in Community: Information Expo
Bridge Lounge, Wilson Commons

Representatives from the following organizations will be available to discuss the volunteer and career opportunities available to those interested in Urban Education.
Jumpstart
Teach for America
Career Center
Margaret Warner Graduate School of Education
Community Learning Center
Community Service Network
Grassroots
Leadership Rochester

Malik Evans `02

12:30pm – 2:00pm Lunch & Keynote Address
May Room, Wilson Commons
Keeping the King Legacy Alive: Reaffirming our Commitment to Community
Presented by Malik Evans ‘02, Member, Rochester City School Board

2:15pm – 3:45pm Workshop Session II
Locations To Be Announced

Closing the Gap: A Close Look at KIPP
Founded by two recent college graduates, KIPP (Knowledge is Power Program) is setting a new standard for the education of students and training of teachers in urban areas. Learn about the program from its administrators and students.

Discussions of Undergraduate Involvement in Urban Education in Rochester
Undergraduates speak about successful programs, run by area college students. Presented by the University of Rochester’s Community Service Network in conjunction with representatives from other area colleges.

5:00pm – 6:00pm Chapel Service
Main Sanctuary, Interfaith Chapel

Registration

Registration for the luncheon and keynote address is required for all attendees.
Registration for the workshop programs is not required but strongly encouraged.

Cost – Includes admission to workshop programs and lunch.
Undergraduate students in the College: Free
Other students ( UR or another college): $10.00
General Public: $20.00
Hosted Table of 10: $200.00

Conference registration will begin on January 3, 2005.
Please call the Wilson Commons Information Center at (585) 275-5911

Payment is due no later than Friday, January 14.
Payment Methods: Check (made payable to the University of Rochester) or UR 312 Requisition

Mailed to:
Bryan Rotach
MLK Day Conference
Office of the Dean of Students
510 Wilson Commons
Rochester , NY 14627-0443

Parking

Conference attendees from the community will be provided a free parking pass. Guests must stop by the Information Booth, located at the Elmwood Avenue entrance to the River Campus, and identify themselves as attendees of the MLK Day Conference in Wilson Commons. The booth attendant will direct guests to open lots and provide a map for those unfamiliar with campus.
Please note : Anyone requiring ADA accommodations should contact Kathy Sweetland at (585) 275-9125 at least five business days in advance of this event.