The expectation that organizations and institutions demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) has been increasing over the last decade. In this introductory workshop we’ll explore key terms and concepts related to EDI. Participants will leave with a foundational understanding and practical tools for embedding equity in their personal and professional lives.
Frustrated with your current approach to fundraising? Wondering what you can do differently on a tight budget? Curious about other fundraising strategies you could try? This session will answer all those questions and more. We'll discuss the most effective fundraising strategies and ways to improve what you're already doing. Your take-aways will include the wisdom gleaned from your peers as well as a list of resources to explore on your own.
Are you new to proposal writing or want a quick refresher? If so, you don't want to miss one of our most popular classes!
This class will provide you with an overview of how to write a standard project proposal to a foundation. It will include:
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Join us for a Dialogue of Lessons Learned Among Founders with Kurtis Minder, founder of GroupSense on Thursday, April 7, 2022, from 5 PM - 6 PM. Kurtis has been the lead negotiator at GroupSense for ransomware response cases.
Workshop Dates: June 6,7,8,9&10; 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. each day. Students can arrive or be dropped off as early as 8:00 a.m. but content will not start until 9:00 a.m. An email will be sent closer to the camp start date with location details and parking information if needed.
When: 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. on Monday, June 27 – Wednesday, June 29 via Zoom. (3 days)
Who should attend: High School age Gifted Learners
Topics of workshop: Einstein’s Relativity for Gifted Learners, time dilation and length contraction, relativity and black holes,
Cost: $80
About the instructor: Dr. Hei-Chi Chan.
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When: 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. on Monday, June 20 and Tuesday, June 21 via Zoom. (2 days)
Who should attend: Talented middle school students who are interested in advanced mathematical problems.
Topics of workshop: Fibonacci numbers, a taste of calculus and the art of estimation.
Cost: $50
Session requirements: No books are required. Learning materials will be provided by the instructor. A digital badge will be received for all participants who complete.
Join Professors Holly Kent and Jason Pierceson from the University of Illinois – Springfield as they discuss the history and evolution of LGBT law and how this fits into teaching and learning.
Who should attend: Teachers, administrators, and school board members.
When: January 10, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. via Zoom. Log in links and pre-reading course materials will be sent prior to the session.