Conference Highlights
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Learning track highlights
Jean C. Evans keynote address
Sunday, October 12, 3:30 - 5 p.m.
(Ballroom AB)
"University Engagement: Ivory Tower or Beacon of Hope?"
In his book, The Old Neighborhood: What We Lost in the Great Suburban Migration: 1966-1999, Ray Suarez states the case for saving our once vital urban neighborhoods from decline. In this keynote address, Suarez will discuss the ongoing struggle to revitalize American cities, the role that universities and colleges must play in this effort, and new opportunities for scholars to help preserve a cherished way of life.
A senior correspondent for public television's "The NewsHour with Jim Lehrer," Suarez is a 25-year veteran of the news business and former host of National Public Radio's nationwide call-in news program "Talk of the Nation."
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Ray Suarez, Senior Correspondent, "The NewsHour with Jim Lehrer"
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Plenary panel
Monday, October 13, 8:45 - 9:45 a.m.
(Ballroom ABCD)
"Public Service and Outreach in American Higher Education Today"
Rodney Erickson, Executive Vice President and Provost, The Pennsylvania State University
Karen Holbrook, President, The Ohio State University
Katharine Lyall, President, University of Wisconsin System
Moderator: Cora Marrett, Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs, University of Wisconsin System
In this moderated panel, leaders from major public universities will discuss the evolving role of public service, outreach education and applied research. Panelists will offer views on the increased demands for accountability from public and private funders, and the importance of demonstrating the real benefits of learning and discovery that occur beyond the campus boundaries.
The panel will share strategies to help higher education leaders address the emerging needs of people and communities they serve, understand how this work adds value to traditional teaching and research, and communicate its relevance to funding organizations and key stakeholders. This is a unique opportunity to explore the link between engagement and excellence in higher education from a leadership perspective.
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Rodney Erickson
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Karen Holbrook
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Katharine Lyall
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Plenary speaker
Tuesday, October 14, 9:15 - 10:30 a.m.
(Ballroom CD)
"Stepping Forward as Stewards of Place: Leading Public Engagement"
James C. Votruba will discuss strategies for more integrated and sustained engagement, and ways that scholars can serve as learners as well as teachers in tackling the myriad of opportunities and issues facing communities and regions. Campus leaders will learn better ways to translate the rhetoric of engagement into reality - how to "walk the walk, and talk the talk."
In addition to leading Northern Kentucky University, Votruba is a respected lecturer, author and strategic planning consultant in higher education. He chaired the American Association of State Colleges and Universities task force that produced "Stepping Forward as Stewards of Place," a report about the new era of community partnership in higher education.
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James C. Votruba, President, Northern Kentucky University
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In-the-community sessions
Monday, October 13
Visit an urban neighborhood to explore collaborative outreach in action. The Campus Community Partnerships, a collaboration by University of Wisconsin-Extension, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison Area Technical College, Edgewood College and the South Madison community, strives to serve the educational needs of a culturally diverse and economically challenged segment of the community. Two sessions will focus on different aspects of the program. Preregistration is required.
Meet at the level 4 main entrance for transportation to South Madison.
10 a.m. - noon (South Madison)
Interact with faculty, staff and community members to learn about programs that focus on developing life skills and leadership capabilities to help residents address and solve community problems.
1:30 - 4 p.m. (South Madison)
Learn how a coalition of organizations and institutions in South Madison are building capacity to develop solutions for issues in the community, with an emphasis on planning, funding and organizational issues.
Poster Session
Noon - 1:30 p.m. (Grand Terrace)
Outreach and extension professionals will be on hand to discuss the outcomes of their projects and research at 60 poster presentations. Set up is 7 - 8 a.m.
Reception: Exploring learning and technology
5:30 - 7:30 p.m. (The Pyle Center)
Tour The Pyle Center, the University of Wisconsin-Extension's state-of-the-art distance-learning facility, and participate in teaching and learning technology demonstrations showcasing leading-edge research and development projects. Enjoy delectable hors d'oeuvres and refreshing beverages in the Alumni Lounge, overlooking sparkling Lake Mendota. Cap off this gala event with a stroll down State Street with colleagues and friends.
Meet at the level 4 main entrance for transportation to The Pyle Center.
Breakfast round tables
Tuesday, October 14, 7 - 8 a.m. (Grand Terrace)
"Celebrating Our Differences: How Different Kinds of Institutions Approach Community Engagement"
Round-table discussions will bring together people with shared interests in specific approaches to outreach and engagement. UCEA's Community of Practice on the Scholarship of Engagement will meet, and a gathering of urban university representatives is also planned. Other groups that share common interests are encouraged to gather for enriching discussions. Topics will be determined in response to participant interests. Sign up at the registration counter #4 to facilitate a discussion. Placards at each table will indicate the topics.
