Kirby Leadership Institute
Emerging Leaders Workshops
Workshops will begin in late September. Check back often for new listings!
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November |
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November
| Thursday, November 1 8:30am-10:30am Kirby Plaza 303 |
| Forum Margaret Cleveland |
| Using guidelines outlined by Christopher Phillips in his book, Socrates Cafe: A Fresh Taste of Philosophy, participants will engage in a questioning approach to explore topics of their choice, focus on productive dialogue, and deepen their own philosophies. Offered in conjunction with University for Seniors. |
| Friday, November 2 9:30am-11:30am Kirby Plaza 309 |
| Minnesota Legislative Process Mike Jaros |
| Mike Jaros, a retired state representative, will explain how he was elected and how the state legislature functions. Offered in conjunction with University for Seniors. |
| Monday, November 5 11:00am Kirby 273 |
| "Tying the Knot" Film and discussion |
| A look at the debate around same-sex marriage in the US. The reasons behind the debate are illustrated with real-life couples that have run afoul of current laws, despite various levels of planning. Also, the arguments against same-sex marriage are debunked. Sponsored by UMD GLBT Services. |
| Monday, November 5 11:30am Kirby Plaza 311 |
| Twin Ports Ministry to Seafarers Mike Jaros and Tom Anderson |
| Jaros and Anderson will describe how after 43 years, they continue to provide welcome to the seafarers who come to Duluth and Superior. The presentation will include slides of vessels, crew members and volunteers in action. Offered in conjunction with University for Seniors. |
| Tuesday, November 6 1:30pm-3:30pm Kirby Plaza 303 |
| Forum Joe Giesen |
| Using guidelines outlined by Christopher Phillips in his book, Socrates Cafe: A Fresh Taste of Philosophy, participants will engage in a questioning approach to explore topics of their choice, focus on productive dialogue, and deepen their own philosophies. Offered in conjunction with University for Seniors. |
| Wednesday, November 7 Noon-2:00pm Kirby Plaza 309 |
| Great Decisions Gerry Ralph |
| Group discussion and DVD presentations on topics such as rebuilding Haiti; national security; the Horn of Africa; response to the financial crisis; German ascendancy; sanctions and nonproliferation efforts; the Caucasus; and global governance. Offered in conjunction with University for Seniors. |
| Wednesday, November 7 Noon-2:00pm Kirby Plaza 311 |
| Opening the White World in Duluth Warren Howe and Lyn Clark Pegg |
| The UnFair Campaign was developed to look at racism and to encourage a community dialogue about the causes and solutions. In this four-part series, Howe and Pegg will examine how we may be part of the problem, as well as part of the solution. Through discussion, videos, reading materials and guest speakers, we will learn about the complexities of racism and white privilege in our community. Offered in conjunction with University for Seniors. |
| Wednesday, November 7 7:00pm Montague 70 |
| The Dutch Health Care System: A Model for the U.S.? Dr. Jennifer Schultz and Dr. Kim Dauner |
| Dr. Schultz, UMD Department of Economics, and Dr. Dauner, UMD Department of Management Studies, present this lecture. Sponsored by Alworth Institute and University of Minnesota School of Medicine. |
| Thursday, November 8 8:30am-10:30am Kirby Plaza 303 |
| Forum Margaret Cleveland |
| Using guidelines outlined by Christopher Phillips in his book, Socrates Cafe: A Fresh Taste of Philosophy, participants will engage in a questioning approach to explore topics of their choice, focus on productive dialogue, and deepen their own philosophies. Offered in conjunction with University for Seniors. |
| Friday, November 9 9:30am-11:30am Kirby Plaza 309 |
| Minnesota Legislative Process Mike Jaros |
| Mike Jaros, a retired state representative, will explain how he was elected and how the state legislature functions. Offered in conjunction with University for Seniors. |
| Friday, November 9 7:00pm Marshall Performing Arts Center |
| "Our Environmental Destiny" Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. |
| Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., vice chair and chief prosecuting attorney for Riverkeeper,will speak on fresh water and the environment. Kennedy was named one of Time magazine’s “Heroes for the Planet” for his success helping Riverkeeper, a member-supported watchdog organization, lead the fight to restore the Hudson River. Kennedy is also chairman of Waterkeeper Alliance, an advocacy organization dedicated to preserving and protecting water from polluters. $8 general admission, student tickets free. Contact MPAC Box Office at 218-726-8561, 218-726-8877 or visit www.tickets.umn.edu (click UMD School of Fine Arts ticket box). |
| Monday, November 12 10:00am-11:30am Kirby 273 |
| "The Vietnam Conflict: Tales from the Battlefield" Film and discussion |
| Sponsored by Asian/Pacific-American Student Programs. |
| Tuesday, November 13 1:30pm-3:30pm Kirby Plaza 303 |
| Forum Joe Giesen |
| Using guidelines outlined by Christopher Phillips in his book, Socrates Cafe: A Fresh Taste of Philosophy, participants will engage in a questioning approach to explore topics of their choice, focus on productive dialogue, and deepen their own philosophies. Offered in conjunction with University for Seniors. |
| Wednesday, November 14 Noon-2:00pm Kirby Plaza 309 |
| Great Decisions Gerry Ralph |
| Group discussion and DVD presentations on topics such as rebuilding Haiti; national security; the Horn of Africa; response to the financial crisis; German ascendancy; sanctions and nonproliferation efforts; the Caucasus; and global governance. Offered in conjunction with University for Seniors. |
| Wednesday, November 14 Noon-2:00pm Kirby Plaza 311 |
| Opening the White World in Duluth Warren Howe and Lyn Clark Pegg |
| The UnFair Campaign was developed to look at racism and to encourage a community dialogue about the causes and solutions. In this four-part series, Howe and Pegg will examine how we may be part of the problem, as well as part of the solution. Through discussion, videos, reading materials and guest speakers, we will learn about the complexities of racism and white privilege in our community. Offered in conjunction with University for Seniors. |
| Thursday, November 15 8:30am Kirby Plaza 303 |
| Forum Margaret Cleveland |
| Using guidelines outlined by Christopher Phillips in his book, Socrates Cafe: A Fresh Taste of Philosophy, participants will engage in a questioning approach to explore topics of their choice, focus on productive dialogue, and deepen their own philosophies. Offered in conjunction with University for Seniors. |
| Thursday, November 15 11:00am Ballroom |
| 57 Years After Brown v. Board of Education: The Current and Future State of Black America |
| Join Minnesota State Supreme Court Justice Alan Page for a panel discussion with Fred Friedman of the St Louis County Public Defender's Office;Bill Gronseth, superintendent of ISD 709; and Blair Moses, UMD student. Free and open to the public. Free parking available in Lot W (Junction and College). Sponsored by Chancellor's Diversity Initiative Grant, Department of Human Resources and Equal Opportunity, Department of Sociology and Anthropology, and African and African-American Studies.  |
| Thursday, November 15 6:30pm Griggs Center |
| Shaping Our Future: How Should Higher Education Help Us Create the Society We Want? |
| Discuss different perspectives on the public purposes of higher education. Identify local priorities and opportunities for collaboration. Leave with new connections and ideas for action! Sponsored by the Office of Civic Engagement, with support from Democracy U, the Blandin Foundation, Travelers Insurance and Minnesota Without Poverty. |
| Friday, November 16 9:30am-11:30am Kirby Plaza 309 |
| Minnesota Legislative Process Mike Jaros |
| Mike Jaros, a retired state representative, will explain how he was elected and how the state legislature functions. Offered in conjunction with University for Seniors. |
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