The Symposium The purpose of this symposium is to provide a forum for addressing issues that effect the quality of life in our communities, our schools and our families. This annual program serves to remind us of that which makes our country complete "racial and ethnic diversity." However, we continue to struggle in our classrooms, churches and workplaces with accepting the multiculturalism that surrounds us. Through coming together for dialogue and reflection, we can ensure that the 21st Century will be an era of commitment to realizing a true United States of America. Ten years ago, the Brown Foundation was established as a tribute to the attorneys and plaintiffs in Brown v Board of Education. By convening this symposium, we keep alive the history and legacy of this societal turning point. Sponsored by: Brown Foundation for Educational Equity, Excellence and Research Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site

Sharon Robinson Noted author and daughter of the legendary baseball great, Jackie Robinson. Her book, Stealing Home, is an intimate portrait about the family life and public triumph of her father. James Horton, Ph.D Distinguished scholar, Professor of History and American Studies, and the Bannaker Chair of History at George Washington University in Washington, D.C. He has published numerous books and articles on history and American studies. As a consultant for the National Park Service, he also serves on the agency's National Board of Directors. Robert L. Williams, Ph.D In 1975, he authored a ground breaking book entitled Ebonics: The True Language of Black Folks. He is Professor Emeritus in Psychology and African American Studies at Washington University, in St. Louis, Missouri, where he continues to publish insightful work. Michael Morgan Assistant Professor in the Department of English at Murray State University, Murray, Kentucky. He is co-editor of Healing Racism: Education's Role, a book that tells how to diminish racism's effects through classroom education emphasizing the oneness of humanity. Other Speakers Clarence Cole Executive Director of the School Administration Association Kansas City, Missouri William Tuttle, Ph.D History Professor, University of Kansas, and author of five books including Race Riot: Chicago in the Red Summer of 1919 Deborah Dandridge Field Archivist, Kansas Collection, Spencer Research Library, University of Kansas Eric Love, Ph.D Assistant Professor of History, U.S. Political and Social History since the Civil War, University of Kansas Entertainment: Musical stylings of Bryne Donaldson.

Agenda
Sunday, May 17, 1998
2:00-5:00 p.m.	Registration
3:30-5:00 p.m.	Program and Tour Brown v Board of Education National Historic Site Established by Congress in 1992
7:00-9:00 p.m.	Opening Banquet
9:00-Midnight	Hospitality Suite
Monday, May 18, 1998
8:30-9:30 a.m.	Interfaith Breakfast
9:45-10:45 a.m.	Student Panel
8:00-9:00 a.m.	Plenary Session "Education's Role in Healing Racism"
11:45-1:00 p.m.	Luncheon Topic: "Slavery and American Education - The Difficult Task of Telling America's History"
8:00-9:00 a.m.	Plenary Session "Ebonics: A Manner of Speaking"
1:15-2:45 a.m.	Panel Presentation Practical Ideas for Outstanding School Climate Schools With a Cultural Focus National Parks: A Resource for Teaching Diversity Recruiting Minority Students K-12 into Math, Science, Engineering and Technology
5:00-7:30 p.m.	Dinner on your own
8:00-Midnight	Hospitality Suite
Tuesday, May 19, 1998
8:30-9:00 a.m.	Refreshments
8:00-9:00 a.m.	Plenary Session "Ethnic Notions in Black & White: Understanding the Myths"
10:15-10:30 a.m.	Break
8:00-9:00 a.m.	Plenary Session "The Historical and Social Perceptions of Race in Our Society"
Noon	Lunch on your own

Travel Information

The Kansas City International Airport is approximately 45 minutes from Topeka. Ground transportation is available via Roadrunner Express at 1-800-747-2524. Ground transportation reservation required at least 24 hours in advance. Flights into Topeka Airport are provided by shuttle service via USAir Express.

Hotel Accommodations

Rooms have been reserved at the special rate of: Single/Double -- $62 (MAIN BUILDING) / $72 (TOWER) After May 11th, reservations will be accepted on a space available basis. Symposium participants are responsible for making their own hotel reservations by calling the hotel, (785) 234-5400 and requesting the Brown Foundation rate.