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UGA Today
Issue date: 10/6/08 Section: News
• The Prison Pipeline: The Intersection of Childhood and the Criminal Justice System Sponsored by the University Child and Family Policy Initiative. A statewide research symposium open to researchers, practitioners, and students from diverse fields, examining policy and legal implications, treatment and intervention options, implications for schools, and issues related to families and communities. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Georgia Center for Continuing Education. Contact 706-542-1108, childsymp@cviog.uga.edu.
• Forum: What is the 21st Century Mission for Our Public Schools? Sponsored by the Richard B. Russell Library for Political Research and Studies and the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Partners. Join a non partisan, deliberative discussion on achieving an educated society. Issues include accessibility of schools to all children, means to hold students accountable for learning and schools accountable for teaching, the role of families, addressing social issues, and funding. 3 to 5 p.m. Jimmy Carter Presidential Library, 441 Freedom Parkway, Atlanta. Contact 706-542-5766, jsevern@uga.edu.
• Bulldog Book Club. Sponsored by University Libraries. Discuss Rudolfo Anaya, Bless Me, Ultima. 3:30 p.m. Miller Learning Center Jittery Joe's. Contact fteague@uga.edu.
• Artist Discussion with Jim Fiscus. Sponsored by the Georgia Museum of Art. The discussion focuses on Fiscus' photography, technique, and inspiration. Reception immediately follows the discussion. $30 for Friends of the Museum and $40 for non-members. For more information on Jim Fiscus, visit http://www.fiscusphoto.com. 6 p.m. Georgia Museum of Art. Contact 706-542-4662, ebunio@uga.edu.
• Seminar: In Tune to Lead- Upgrading Your Cultural Playlist. Sponsored by International Student Life. The second of four Global Leadership Institute seminars for students interested in gaining international experience. Students explore cultural expressions of personality types and leadership styles. Students who participate in 3 out of 4 seminars receive a certificate. 7 to 8:30 p.m. 137 Tate Student Center. Contact 706-542-5867.
• GMAT Review at UGA Gwinnett. Sponsored by Professional & Personal Development. The program provides a thorough review of all tested math and verbal skills including case studies involving real test questions. The program consists of 24 hours of classroom instruction with additional exercises. Registration is required. 7 to 9:30 p.m. UGA Gwinnett Campus. Contact 706-542-3537, www.georgiacenter.uga.edu/fall08.
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• Forum: What is the 21st Century Mission for Our Public Schools? Sponsored by the Richard B. Russell Library for Political Research and Studies and the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Partners. Join a non partisan, deliberative discussion on achieving an educated society. Issues include accessibility of schools to all children, means to hold students accountable for learning and schools accountable for teaching, the role of families, addressing social issues, and funding. 3 to 5 p.m. Jimmy Carter Presidential Library, 441 Freedom Parkway, Atlanta. Contact 706-542-5766, jsevern@uga.edu.
• Bulldog Book Club. Sponsored by University Libraries. Discuss Rudolfo Anaya, Bless Me, Ultima. 3:30 p.m. Miller Learning Center Jittery Joe's. Contact fteague@uga.edu.
• Artist Discussion with Jim Fiscus. Sponsored by the Georgia Museum of Art. The discussion focuses on Fiscus' photography, technique, and inspiration. Reception immediately follows the discussion. $30 for Friends of the Museum and $40 for non-members. For more information on Jim Fiscus, visit http://www.fiscusphoto.com. 6 p.m. Georgia Museum of Art. Contact 706-542-4662, ebunio@uga.edu.
• Seminar: In Tune to Lead- Upgrading Your Cultural Playlist. Sponsored by International Student Life. The second of four Global Leadership Institute seminars for students interested in gaining international experience. Students explore cultural expressions of personality types and leadership styles. Students who participate in 3 out of 4 seminars receive a certificate. 7 to 8:30 p.m. 137 Tate Student Center. Contact 706-542-5867.
• GMAT Review at UGA Gwinnett. Sponsored by Professional & Personal Development. The program provides a thorough review of all tested math and verbal skills including case studies involving real test questions. The program consists of 24 hours of classroom instruction with additional exercises. Registration is required. 7 to 9:30 p.m. UGA Gwinnett Campus. Contact 706-542-3537, www.georgiacenter.uga.edu/fall08.
- Please send submissions for UGAToday to news@randb.com.
Listings are published on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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