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Discussions of Color Roundtable, January 21, 2010

DISCUSSIONS OF COLOR ROUNDTABLE
Thursday, January 21
6–7:30 p.m. on campus
(see other scheduled events below)

Each semester, the Center for Diversity and Enrichment (CDE) hosts a campus-wide event called Community of Color that brings some 400 students, staff, and faculty of color together for discussion, camaraderie, and networking among minorities. On Thursday, January 21, 2010, participants will enjoy good food and company as they show support for current minority students, as well as a special performance by Voices of Soul.

Due to an overwhelming response to this event, a Discussions of Color Roundtable has been created by the UI Alumni Association for ALL alumni to attend and help support minority students through meaningful dialogue and relationship building. We are seeking alumni who will share their Iowa story, lessons learned, and suggestions for success after graduation.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

If you plan to participate in the roundtable, please consider attending one or more of the informal “coffee sessions” that will share the University of Iowa’s progress and plans regarding minority student recruitment, support, and retention. After you register, you will receive a follow-up e-mail with more information and locations.

2–3 p.m.: Academic, Scholarship, and Campus Involvement Opportunities
Phillips Hall, 16 North Clinton St, Iowa City (map)
Join Nancy Humbles, Director of the Center for Diversity and Enrichment, to learn about academic, scholarship, and campus involvement opportunities for minority students coordinated through the CDE office, including the Advantage Iowa scholarship that funds the education for more than 500 minority students on campus.

3:15–4 p.m.: ASIST Program
Pomerantz Center, 213 North Clinton St, Iowa City (map)
Join John Laverty, Associate Director of Admissions, to learn about the Alumni Seeking Iowa Students Today (ASIST) program, a joint effort between the UIAA and Office of Admissions. The ASIST program is a nationwide alumni volunteer program focused on recruiting UI students at the local level.

4:15–5 p.m.: Pomerantz Career Center’s Diversity Outreach Efforts
Pomerantz Center, 213 North Clinton St, Iowa City (map)
Join Jane Schildroth, Senior Director of Corporate and Community Relations, to learn about the Pomerantz Career Center’s diversity outreach efforts. Learn about alumni-student mentoring opportunities through the Iowa Career Exploration Network (ICE-NET) and career recruitment opportunities specifically designed for employers and students.

3–6 p.m.: Community of Color (come and go)
Currier Hall, 413 North Clinton St, Iowa City (map)
Join UI students, faculty, staff, and fellow alumni for food, fellowship, networking, and a special performance by Voices of Soul.

6–7:30 p.m.: Discussions of Color Roundtable
Pappajohn Business Building room number: S104, 21 East Market St, Iowa City (map)
A casual dialogue on topics such as past and current minority student issues, use of campus resources, professional development, and the importance of supporting one another, both on campus and as alumni.