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Understanding the "I" in DIversity and the "we" in "Empowerment"
The UNL Empowerment Forum is a free event open to all currently registered UNL students, faculty, and staff with interest in discussing the challenges that we face in dealing with diversity issues. This forum serves as only the beginning of a process to change the face of UNL and break down barriers that may keep many in this community apart. We hope to facilitate serious discussion and have some fun, too.
The UNL Empowerment Forum will be held on Friday, February 26, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center. We encourage you to nominate anyone (even yourself) to attend who you believe would be interested in this event and would benefit from it. Please click HERE to complete the nomination form. Individuals nominated will be contacted regarding attending this event. Nominations are due by February 2, 2010.
2010 Schedule of Events
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the East Campus Union
| 9:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. | Registration/Social |
| 9:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. | Welcome - Dr. Juan N. Franco, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs |
| 9:45 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. | Keynote Speaker - Aaron Davis |
| 10:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. | Break |
| 10:45 a.m. - 12:00 noon | Breakout Session: "Who are we? How does 'I' fit into 'we'?" |
| 12:00 noon - 12:45 p.m. | Lunch |
| 12:45 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. | Breakout Session: "Where do we want to live? How do I contribute?" |
| 1:45 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Break |
| 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. | Wrap-up: "Housewarming -- the gifts that I bring" |
| 2:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Closing |
Keynote Speaker: Aaron Davis
While in college at the University of Nebraska, Aaron had the good fortune of being a member of the 1994 National Championship football team. Aaron is quick to remind audiences that the awards and accolades they receive are all fantastic, but true success and excellence first begins with those you care for and love the most.
Aaron has had the privilege of sharing his insights on the possibility of human potential with over a million people throughout the United States and abroad. It is an honor to have Aaron as our keynote speaker.
- "Aaron has the ability to capture his audience, no matter how diverse the audience is. Aaron's message is timeless and appropriate. Aaron convinced his audience how each member of the team is vital to the team's success. We came out of the meeting rejuvenated and ready to tackle the world."
Visit www.aarondavisspeaks.com for more information about Aaron Davis.
Clarifying the Purpose
This forum is about:
- understanding our cultural differences
- hearing a variety of perspectives
- sharing your thoughts, ideas, stories, and experiences with other participants
This forum is not about
- bashing or humiliating any one person or group
- stifling openness and honesty
- a lecture about how you "should" think, say, or act
The Empowerment Forum is a University Sponsored event and we urge you to feel free to check with your professors to be excused from class to attend the forum.
The UNL Empowerment Forum is sponsored by the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and the Pepsi Endowment Fund with support from the Ethnic Minority Action Council (EMAC).
The University of Nebraska Lincoln is an equal opportunity educator and employer with a comprehensive plan for diversity
