2nd Annual CSU Conference on Community
Based Teaching and Research: Diversity in California
Format
The conference features half-day workshops by invited presenters; intermittent
open forums, determined by conference registrants; and panel discussion
sessions, for which we have issued a general call for proposals.
About the
Conference
Call for Proposals
Workshops
On the first day of the conference (Fri, Feb 23, afternoon), there will be concurrent
half-day workshops on the following topics: (i) supporting the development of ethnically
diverse students, (ii) developing research partnerships: challenges and benefits, (iii)
developing multicultural competencies in working with diverse communities, and (iv)
developing advocacy skills that build upon research efforts.
Panel Discussion Sessions
On the second day (Sat, Feb 24), the conference will be organized around Panel
Discussion Sessions. Sessions will be scheduled either for 60 minutes with 3 panelists
or for 75 minutes with 4 panelists. Each panelist will present for at most 15 minutes
leaving sufficient time for group discussion to follow. It is anticipated that audiences
will range in size between 25 and 30 participants. Panelists will be selected by proposals
submitted to the Review Committee. Please see Call
for Proposals.
Open Forums
Open forums provide an opportunity for new researchers and practitioners to meet and
discuss topics in a less formal setting. These forums will also provide an opportunity for
faculty within the same discipline to gather. Groups may reserve luncheon tables on
Saturday, Feb 24, for an informal discussion and other times as well. Forum topics will be
participant driven and determined by reviewing the Request for Forum entries on the
Conference Registration form which will be available online beginning in
mid-November.
