All events are held at Union South.
Thursday, October 11
An Evening of Alumni and Student Conversations on Leadership
A Diversity Forum 2012 Special Pre-Conference Event open to all students and alumni featuring a panel of alumni student leaders who will guide an open discussion on the history of UW–Madison student involvement and activism.
5:30 p.m.–8 p.m., Varsity Hall
Friday, October 12
Diversity Forum 2012: Embracing Our Past to Chart Our Future
Check-in and Refreshments, Program and Initiatives Poster Showcase
8:30–9:00 a.m., Varsity Hall Lounge
Welcome by Vice Provost & Chief Diversity Officer Damon Williams
9 a.m., Varsity Hall
Opening address by UW–Madison Interim Chancellor David Ward
Varsity Hall
Facilitated small-group discussions on the future of diversity at UW–Madison
9:30–11:30 a.m., Varsity Hall
Lunch with a special performance by First Wave
11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m., Varsity Hall
Program and initiative poster showcase w/ Q&A from poster presenters
1:00–1:45 p.m., Varsity Hall Lounge
Break
1:45–2:00 p.m.
Break-out Sessions
2:00–3:15 p.m.
- Human Resources Redesign & Diversity Initiatives, Marquee Theater
- Faculty Diversification, Landmark Room
- LGBT Campus Center Update, Industry Room
- Native American Indian Task Force, Traditions Room
- LUBAR & Interfaith / Religiosity on Campus, Northwoods Room
Keynote Address by Harvard Professor Lani Guinier, Civil Rights Attorney
3:30–4:45 p.m., Varsity Hall
Reception
4:45–6:00 p.m., Varsity Hall Lounge