Navigating Uncertain Times: the Lessons of Maintaining Smal l Programs During Crises Thurs. 3:15 – 3:35pm EDT Public administration education at universities and related government programs are coming under extraordinary stress as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The panel will discuss how Alaska's two MPA programs have worked to weather these storms, including discussion of online MPA education and the creation of a new MPP degree. Student perspectives, who are also professionals in workforce and community development in Alaska and Yukon, will also be included. Chad Briggs, University of Alaska Anchorage convener
Re-imagining Core Curricular Offerings: Assessing Longstanding Reform Efforts, the Impact of COVID-19 and New Technologies Thurs. 3:15 – 3:35pm EDT There has been significant experimentation within MPA and MPP programs throughout the country. Some of this innovation has been channeled into developing entirely new undergraduate and executive education. And, there is growing momentum to remake the traditional master's program. These efforts will likely be greatly accelerated by higher education’s response to COVID-19. This panel will assess current thinking and movement to refresh and reconstruct the existing master’s program. We will also discuss the role of remote and online education and how such formats impede and advance curriculum reform efforts. Neil Kleiman, New York University convener Angela Evans, The University of Texas at Austin Sally Wallace, Georgia State University Siân Mooney, Indiana University, Bloomington
The New Civic Square : Global ly Aware and Cultural ly Competent Thurs. 3:15 – 3:35pm EDT Engaging civil society in the shaping of public policy, particularly in times of crisis, takes increasing levels of intercultural competence. Public servants need to be able to facilitate dialogue with diverse constituents while maintaining perspective on global as well as local trends and conditions. They become the bridge builders in a highly interconnected, interdependent, diverse society. This panel outlines the principles and practices of a new, expanded civil society, with insights on the roles and responsibilities that campuses can adopt to educate for this possibility. We offer cases of successful engagement across difference in diverse settings from around the world. Deborah L. Trent, Consultant convener Aziza Zemrani, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Chris Cartwright, Intercultural Communication Institute Laila El Baradei, The American University in Cairo, Egypt
Belonging and Building Inclusion: In Classrooms, Among Col leagues, and Around Pol icy Tables Thurs. 3:45 – 4:05pm EDT A sense of belonging, the fundamental need to feel connected, valued, and part of a larger community has been proven to drive human motivation. A vision of a New Civic Square where everyone belongs, is also one where inclusive governance and equitable policy can be built. This panel brings together academics, administrators, and practitioners to discuss the distinction between diversity, inclusion, and belonging and the role each plays in building equitable schools, programs, and policies. Blending a traditional panel format with interactive design-thinking principles, this session will provide opportunity for participants and distinguished panelists to share expertise and creative solutions. Patricia Bory, University of Maryland, College Park convener Mohamad G. Alkadry, University of Connecticut Alana Hackshaw, University of Maryland, College Park Roger L. Worthington, University of Maryland, College Park
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Ljubomir Medenica, University of Alaska Southeast Kathy DiLorenzo, University of Alaska Southeast
Kirsti de Vries, Yukon Government Teri Cothren, University of Alaska
[ These panels will be recorded to view ON-DEMAND. The listed time slot is for a Live Q & A with the panelists. ]
[ These panels will be recorded to view ON-DEMAND. The listed time slot is for a Live Q & A with the panelists. ]
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