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Michael R. Cohen Lectureship

October 17, 2024 at 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. EDT
The Nest Event Center, 2108 W Michigan Street, Indianapolis, Indiana, 46222

Policymakers: The Role of Citizens in Shaping Policy

We invite you to join us for the annual Michael R. Cohen Lectureship to hear from our panelist of experts on how education policy is shaped.

Learn about how policymakers and policy leaders are informed of the community’s needs, how citizens can be informed and take action, and the School of Education’s role in developing the next generation of educational leaders.

The event will include a reception with appetizers, non-alcoholic beverages and a panel discussion.

Event Schedule

Event schedule
TimeDescription
5:30-6:30 p.m.Reception
6:30-7:30 p.m.Panel discussion
7:30-8:00 p.m.Meet & mingle

Panelists

Jerell Blakeley
Director of Government, Community, Racial & Social Justice, Indiana State Teachers Association

Andrea Hunley
Senator, Indiana Senate District 46

David Hòa Khoa Nguyễn, JD, PhD
Associate Professor and Program Coordinator, SoE Urban Education Leadership & Policy and Adjunct Professor of Law

Terry Spradlin
Executive Director, Indiana School Board Association

Moderator

Mark Russell
Director of Advocacy & Family Services, Indianapolis Urban League

The Michael R. Cohen Lectureship is an annual event that celebrates the ideals of emeritus faculty member Michael R. Cohen, and the importance that life-long learning plays in all our lives. The annual lecture highlights extraordinary educators and community leaders through engaging conversations that highlight innovative and exemplary teaching and community engagement practices while grappling with critical issues. To inspire life-long learning, this event is free and open to the public.

Please RSVP by October 5, 2024.

Questions?
Please contact Cheyenne Grimes at cheygrim@iu.edu.

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