Alverno Community Conference Explores "What Is Truth?"

February 27, 2018

The Alverno Community Conference, an annual day of learning that provides an opportunity for the extended Alverno community to share current research around a central theme, will be held on Friday, March 16 from 8:30 a.m.-1:15 p.m. The event is open to the public and will explore the theme: “What Is Truth?” Through workshops, discussions, and creative activities, the conference aims to explore how truth is defined, offering world views, challenging social constructs and questioning ownership of truth while providing an opportunity for thought-provoking discussion. Participants can choose from 30 topics - all connected to truth - during two sessions.

The day will begin with a keynote presentation by Dr. Anne Bailey, a writer, historian, and a tenured professor of History and Africana Studies at State University of New York at Binghamton (SUNY). She is committed to the concept of “living history,” meaning that events of the past are connected to current and contemporary issues. Her work also deals with the reconciliation of communities after conflicts like slavery, war and genocide.

Participants will then attend breakout sessions, followed by a culminating session where they can share and discuss what they've learned, and identify how that can be translated into meaningful action.

For more information about the 2018 Alverno Community Conference or to register, visit alverno.edu/communityconference. Additional questions can be directed to 414-382-6020, or email alverno.outreach@alverno.edu.