Friday, February 27, 2009
Kendra Hall
The University of Kansas is hosting the 32nd annual Big 12 Conference on Black Student Government Feb. 26 through 28 at the Kansas Union.
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Hundreds of student leaders gathered at the Kansas Union today for the Big 12 Conference on Black Student Government. The theme for the conference was "Be the One." The conference challenged participants to make changes at their schools and communities, and used motivational speakers and leadership experts to build the teamwork and focus of the participants.
Members of the Black Student Union from every Big 12 school will attend the events. According to the conference Web site, about 850 student leaders are expected to attend.
The conference is designed to address issues such as career exploration and networking, retention, academic success, recruitment programs, male and female relationships, student apathy, financial management and black greek letter organizations. Events for the conference will include career workshops, a vendor fair and guest speakers discussing community, health and student leadership.
The Big 12 Career Networking Fair will take place Friday in the Kansas Union and provide leadership development and motivation to students participating in student government. The conference will also include evening activities such as a step show, alternative socials and other informal gatherings.
Saturday night comedian Ronnie Jordan will host a variety show at the Lied Center with performances from African American Greek Letter Groups, and spoken-word artists Travis Watkins and Erica Hawthorne.
For further information on times, dates and locations for this weekends’ events, go to www.oma.ku.edu/big12/events.html.
— —Edited by Liz Schubauer
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