Posted by: Center for Teaching, Learning, and Assessment
The 2015 Christians on Diversity in the Academy Conference is the sixth national event featuring distinguished researchers from across the nation. Scholars who are passionate about the positive impact of diversity will reveal how their research is influential in promoting equity and justice in the world. This conference has been designed specifically to provide attendees with opportunities for dialogue and reflection. The various conference topics represent the Lord’s beautiful tapestry of diversity. Presenters will share current research and best practices. The future of a vibrant global community will depend on how educators bring knowledge to life through diverse perspectives. It is our moral imperative to embrace the multi-faceted aspects of diversity in our classrooms, campuses, communities, and global arenas.
Keynote: Franklin CampbellJones, Ed.D. is Vice President of CampbellJones & Associates. He assists school districts in applying the tenets of cultural proficiency to their polices and practices. Dr. CampbellJones facilitates professional learning seminars and give keynote addresses to national and international audiences. He has served as teacher, site level administrator, central office director, and state director of professional development. He is co-author of The Cultural Proficient School; An Implementation Guide to School Leaders (2013) and The Cultural Proficiency Journey: Moving Beyond Ethical Barriers Toward Profound School Change (2010). Franklin is clinical professor in the department of Instructional Leadership and Professional Development at Towson University. He has served as associate professor at Rowan University and California State University, Los Angeles in the department of Education Leadership.
Location:
Doubletree By Hilton
Claremont, CA
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For more information, contact:
Office of Diversity
(626) 387-5821
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Doubletree Hotel in Claremont, CA