FSU MLS Conference Empowers Student Leaders

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OPENING LETTER ........................................................................................... 2
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY..................................................................................... 3
DEMOGRAPHICS OF PAST ATTENDEES ............................................................. 4
SPONSORSHIP OPTIONS ................................................................................ 5
OVERVIEW OF MLS 2014 ............................................................................... 6
2014 MLS SCHEDULE OF EVENTS ....................................................................................... 8
2014 MLS CONCURRENT WORKSHOPS ............................................................................... 9
REGISTRATION INFOMRATION ...................................................................................... 13
CONTACT INFORMATION ................................................................................. 14
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Dear Potential Sponsors,
The mission of the Center for Leadership & Social Change at Florida State University is to transform lives through leadership education, identity development, and community engagement. To that end, the Center for Leadership & Social Change provides advocacy, support services, and culturally based programs that educate students on diversity and multiculturalism and empowers them to be agents of social change in an increasingly diverse and global community.
One strategic initiative we use in the Center to promote our mission is the Multicultural Leadership Summit. The Multicultural Leadership Summit (MLS) is a conference whose main focus is to build a foundation of knowledge that will enhance student success in leadership in the areas of multiculturalism and social justice. MLS is a two-day leadership experience, which is facilitated through peer led sessions and a keynote speaker. Throughout the fall semester students submit presentation proposals and the planning committee selects which will be presented. MLS consists of a pre-conference program that connects student participants through a variety of teambuilding and identity reflection activities in conjunction with the full day conference. The Multicultural Leadership Summit will be held on both Friday, January 30, from 3:00 PM -6:00 PM and Saturday, January 31, 2015 from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM in the Global and Multicultural Engagement Building, Dunlap Success Center, and Askew Student Life Auditorium.
This year will mark the 8th anniversary of MLS on the campus of Florida State. With our current budget, we are limited on the activities and supplies that we can provide. We would like to invite your organization to consider sponsoring the Multicultural Leadership Summit, which will allow us to expand this years’ experience. In this co-sponsorship, packet you will find more information about the Multicultural Leadership Summit, ways to co-sponsor, and information about this year’s keynote speaker.
The Multicultural Leadership Summit has been a staple of the Florida State community for the past seven years.. As the 8th year anniversary approaches, we hope you will consider our earnest request to co-sponsor this event. Each year, students look forward to the Multicultural Leadership Summit and take away valuable and practical leadership and diversity skills. By becoming a sponsor of the 2015 Multicultural Leadership Summit, you are helping to create and empower a future generation of Florida State University Leaders.
Sponsorships for the 2015 Multicultural Leadership Summit will be accepted until Monday, November 17, 2014 at 5:00 pm. Should you have any questions or require further clarification on anything stated in this packet, please contact Ariana Vargas, Student Program Coordinator, in the Center for Leadership & Social Change at (850) 645-7504 or avargas3@fsu.edu.
Sincerely,
Center for Leadership & Social Change
OPENING LETTER

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HISTORICAL OVERVIEW
The Multicultural Leadership Summit (MLS) is approaching its 8th year of existence at Florida State University (FSU). MLS was designed to offer an educational space for students at FSU to explore issues pertaining to diversity, social justice, and other related topics. The MLS started as an administrator led seminar, but it evolved into a strong partnership between the Center for Multicultural Affairs (CMA) and students. In the summer of 2012, CMA was merged with The Center for Leadership and Civic Education. The merging of these two offices would become The Center for Leadership & Social Change (The Center).
The Center staff organizes a planning team that is mostly comprised of students, and students submit proposals to present to their peers during the seminar. The partnership with students to plan then implement the MLS has proven successful, as student attendees have grown from 40 to over 150 in the past four years. This year, our goal is register up to 300 undergraduate and graduate students. With additional resources MLS can expand its marketing and impact in the Florida State University, Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University (FAMU), and Tallahassee Community College (TCC) communities.
GOALS OF THE MLS
 To allow students to learn from each other in a safe environment and multicultural setting.
 To allow participants the opportunity to learn more about who they are and what they bring to their respective university
 To provide opportunities for students to develop personal goals and an action plan in the areas of diversity, multiculturalism, and social justice both at Florida State University and in the local Tallahassee community
 To provide the students with the opportunity to leave the summit with a working personal definition of diversity, multiculturalism, and social justice.
PLANNING & IMPLEMENTATION
The planning process for the MLS begins early in the fall semester. The MLS Leadership Team, composed of 20 undergraduate and graduate students, work closely with the Identity Exploration Cluster Graduate Assistant and Program Coordinator to develop much of the program content. Students are also encouraged to take a lead in planning or leading an aspect of the process. Additionally, students are then able to advocate to their peers about presenting at the actual conference.
The MLS planning committee works throughout the fall semester to advertise, solicit participation, develop curricula, and troubleshoot areas that may present challenges. Additional funding will alleviate the challenge of having adequate resources, and it will allow the MLS to expand to reach more students in the Tallahassee community.
DEADLINE
If your business or organization would like to cosponsor the 2015 Multicultural Leadership Summit please respond by Monday, November 17, 2014 at 5:00 pm.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

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FINANCIAL DONATION
LIFE LEADER:
 A financial donation of $500 or more
 Logo will be printed on all marketing materials
 Can submit materials of upcoming events to go in student folders
 Can have a table at the event to talk with students during check-in, lunch, and after the event
 Will receive a special distinction as a “Life Leader” and partner with the Multicultural Leadership Summit.
 Will automatically reserve a guaranteed space for 10 of your organization’s members to attend the Multicultural Leadership Summit
GOLD:
 A financial donation of $250-$499.99
 Logo will be printed on all marketing materials
 Can submit materials of upcoming events to go in student folders
 Will receive distinction as a Gold partner with the Multicultural Leadership Summit
GARNET:
 A financial donation of $50-$249.99
 Logo will only be printed on flyers
 Can submit a list of upcoming events to go in student folders
 Will receive distinction as a Garnet partner with the Multicultural Leadership Summit
SPONOSORSHIP/SUPPORT OPPORTUNITIES

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CREATE A PRESENTATION
The Center for Leadership and Social Change is looking for individuals to present programs at the 2014 Multicultural Leadership Summit. Presenters may be students, faculty and staff members. We encourage students and faculty/staff members to collaborate on presentations. All programs that are submitted for review should have at least one of the following goals in mind for their audience:
 Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the importance of a healthy ethnic identity in effective leadership and service.
 Participants will gain a deeper appreciation of the importance of understanding the experiences of people from different multicultural backgrounds in effective leadership and service.
 Participants will discover ways to build meaningful coalitions with students, faculty and staff similar to and different from themselves in order to achieve mutual goals for social change.
The overall goal of the Multicultural Leadership Summit is to educate students on diversity and multiculturalism and empower them to be agents of social change in an increasingly diverse and global community. Therefore, any programs submitted with the intention of being presented during the conference must aim to support this goal.
Programs may be submitted for ONE of the following categories [You may, however, submit more than one program]:
 Racial/Ethnic Identities – Programs submitted under this category will focus on a specific social justice issue within the context of one racial or ethnic group
 Multiple Identities – Programs submitted under this category will focus on a specific social justice issue within the context of identities that extend beyond race or ethnic identities (i.e., gender, LGBT, socioeconomic position, ability, faith/religion, nationality).
 Leadership and Service – Programs submitted under this category will focus specifically on ways to take action as advocates for social justice. Participants for these programs will need to be provided with concrete information on steps to take in order to be agents of change.
Programs should be designed with the constraint of 50 minutes in mind. At least 10-15 minutes should be allotted for discussion and processing time. We would like for sessions to be as interactive as possible, so be creative!
SUBMIT PROPOSAL APPLICATION ONLINE:
http://www.thecenter.fsu.edu/MLS
SPONOSORSHIP/SUPPORT OPPORTUNITIES

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW
BACKGROUND
 Pre-Conference Program- Friday, January 24, 2014
 Multicultural Leadership Summit- Saturday, January 25, 2014
 Locations: Askew Student Life Center, The Global and Multicultural Engagement Building, Dunlap Success Center
 Theme: Transforming Passion to Action: It Doesn’t End Here…
MISSION
 To engage in dialogue around identity, diversity and social justice to build a more inclusive and accepting community at Florida State University.
VALUES
 Multiculturalism: a state of being in which an individual fells comfortable and communicates effectively across social groups. This can be better described as a journey that is ongoing and developmental
 Social Justice: full and equal participation of all groups in society and where all members are physically and psychologically safe and secure
 Diversity: a structure that includes tangible presence of individuals representing a variety of different attributes and characteristics. This is often referred to as the number of proportion of individuals with a specific characteristic in an environment
OVERVIERW OF MLS 2014: GENERAL INFOMRATION

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Florida State University Attendees by Race/Ethnicity and Class Standing:
OVERVIERW OF MLS 2014: DEMOGRAPHICS
69%
9%
4%
1%
13%
0%
4%
Race/Ethnicity
White/Caucasian
African American/Black
Asian American/Asian
Biracial
Hispanic/Latino/a
Native Hawaiian/Pacific
Islander
American Indian
23%
37%
33%
7%
0%
0%
Classification
Freshman
Sophomore
Junior
Senior
Graduate
Faculty/Staff

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DAY 2: SATURDAY, JANUARY 25, 2014
8:00 AM – 8:45 AM
Check-In and Breakfast
Askew Student Life Cinema
8:45 AM – 8:55 AM
Welcome & Purpose
Askew Student Life Cinema Auditorium
8:55 AM – 9:00 AM
Introduction of Keynote Speaker
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Keynote Address: Jennifer Miracle
10:10 AM – 11:00 AM
Concurrent Session I
Center for Global & Multicultural Engagement & Dunlap Success Center
11:10 AM – 12:00 PM
Concurrent Session II
12:00 PM – 1:20 PM
Lunch
Center for Global & Multicultural Engagement Dining Area
1:30 PM – 2:20 PM
Concurrent Session III
2:30 PM – 3:20 PM
Concurrent Session IV
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Breakout Session with Keynote
5:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Wrap Up with Cohort: Putting It All Together
DAY 1: FRIDAY, JANUARY 24, 2014
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Check-In & Cohort Mingling
4:10 PM – 4:15 PM
Welcome, Expectations, & Cohort Purpose
4:15 PM – 4:50 PM
Icebreakers
4:55 PM – 5:40 PM
Cohort Activity
5:40 PM – 5:45 PM
Review of Day 2 Schedule
5:45 PM – 6:00 PM
Closing
OVERVIERW OF MLS 2014: CONCURRENT SESSIONS

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MLS- 2014 Concurrent Session I – 10:10 AM – 11:00 AM
Everyone Has a Closet
Presented by: Alexis Fineberg and Corry Maguire, Orientation Team Leaders
Location: The Globe 2400
This session will focus on the importance of taking action in have difficult conversations which will help the audience become better leaders. In the presentation it will utilize aspect of using honest communication and understanding diversity among others. The session will be interactive and will engage individuals in thinking deeply about their personal effect on society.
Who Me?- Make a Difference in the World: A Reflection on Caring, Commitment, Service, and Self
Presented by: William D. Clay, Visiting Professor, Department of Nutrition, Food and Exercise Sciences and the International Affairs Program
Focusing on both local and global issues of poverty, hunger, and malnutrition, this presentation will challenge students to think about what it takes to “make a difference.” Students will be encouraged to consider ways in which they can apply their skills and abilities, and their concerns for others, to help create better families, better communities, and a better world. They will specifically be encourage to consider both careers that address human needs and foster human rights, and to become involved in and support local, national, and/or international activities providing social services and economic support.
Sexism: A Transgender Issue
Presented by: Rachel Dodd and Marlynn Lopez, Graduate Assistants, Center for Leadership & Social Change; Rolando Torres, Graduate Assistant, University Housing
Sexism against transgender individuals is an often overlooked and misunderstood topic. Attendees will learn how daily life can be different for transgender individuals on a college campus. In addition, this session will highlight the terms associated with the transgender community and sexism in the world.
Becoming a Social Change Agent
Presented by: Erica Wiborg, Program Coordinator, The Center for Leadership & Social Change ; Justina Jones, Graduate Assistant, The Center for Leadership & Social Change; Amber Johnson, Service Scholar
Location: DSC 2201
Have you enjoyed exploring social justice but are looking for the next step? This interactive workshop focuses on the first step of becoming a social change agent- find an issue that matters to you. We will transform passion to action as you think about a change process you desire to see in the world today.
Undocuqueer: Intersectionality in Immigration and LGBTQ Issues
Presented by: Cassandra Barragan
Location: DSC 2202
This presentation will discuss what intersectionality is and its importance in social justice issues. Advocates for Immigrant and Refugee Rights will be discussing how members of the LGBTQ Community are affected in immigration issues, how the two issues overlap, and how the two movements can work together.

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MLS 2014- Concurrent Session II- 11:10 AM – 12:00 PM
The Integration of Purpose, Passion, and Compassion: A Strategy for Maximizing Identity Awareness
Presented by: Dr. Atira C. Charles
In this session, participants will engage in self-reflection to better understand their multiple identities, in order to engage in more transformative behaviors that can maximize life success outcomes and minimize stressors. Purpose, Passion, and Compassion will be discussed as a tool to catalyze one into engaging in identity- and goal-aligned behaviors.
The Story of Firstbook
Presented by: Brittany Williams, President of Firstbook- FSU ; Nicole Contreras, Vice President of Firstbook-FSU
First Book-FSU works with underprivileged youth in the area to promote literacy and provide them with their first, new books. The goal of the presentation is to show how the passion of everyone involved in the organization has turned into fuel for the movement. We want everyone in the presentation to see how a love for reading should be spread out for others to develop the same love.
Justice Across Race
Presented by: Brian Marshall, Regina Joseph, Amanda Merced, and Michael Sampson
This session will focus on problems facing communities of color today. Through the power of storytelling, participants will be able to share personal experiences in order to fully understand what everyone is going through. By understanding that you’re not alone in what you’re striving for, it make it easier to take the next step. During this session, participants will learn from each other to find the directions they need to make their dreams into reality.
Bowing Down: Queen Bey’s Role in Contemporary Feminism
Presented by: Antron Mahoney, Assistant Director, The Center for Leadership & Social Change; Estee Hernández, Graduate Assistant, The Center for Leadership & Social Change
Location: DSC 2201
In the aftermath of her new album release, much has been said about Beyoncé self-identification as a “modern feminist”. This presentation aims to answer the question: Is Beyoncé a feminist? Attendees can expect to participate in critical discussions around feminism and intersecting identities. Tweeting is encouraged!
Social Justice in 140 Characters or Less: Social Media’s Role in Allyship and Activism
Presented By: Jake Frasier, Graduate Hall Director; Matthew Tripsas, Graduate Assistant, The Center for Leadership & Social Change
Location: DSC 2202
Social media and technology have drastically shifted the way in which we communicate. These tools offer users a unique opportunity to engage others in a dialogue even when they are miles apart. This presentation will examine what it means to be an ally and the ways in which social media platforms may be utilized to promote social justice.

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MLS 2014- Concurrent Session III- 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM
Overcoming Your Boundaries and Yourself: Discovering Your Potential
Presented by: Chris Hill, Junior, and Brendan East, Sophomore
This presentation focuses on access, class, and ability. The presenters will provide personal insight and promote open discussion into being comfortable in yourself and the opportunities afforded to you. This presentation emphasizes open discussion in a welcoming environment where we can learn from one another.
The Ph.D. Project
Presented by: Cinthia B. Satornino, Former President, PhD Project Marketing Doctoral Student Association
This presentation will focus on the role of minorities in faculty and administrative roles in higher education, their impact on minority students, and the synergy between employer diversity programs and minorities in leadership positions in higher education.
The Relationship between Extroversion vs. Introversion, Leadership, and Gender
Presented by: Caroline Bubbers, Senior, & Amber Hampton, Assistant Director, Center for Leadership & Social Change
This presentation will examine the relationship between extroversion vs. introversion, leadership, and gender. Through sharing what it means to be an extrovert or introvert, we will look at how these qualities influence communication. Additionally, how these qualities influence differences in leadership and the impact gender has on leadership.
Bowing Down: Queen Bey’s Role in Contemporary Feminism
Presented by: Antron Mahoney, Assistant Director, The Center for Leadership & Social Change; Estee Hernández, Graduate Assistant, The Center for Leadership & Social Change
Location: DSC 2201
In the aftermath of her new album release, much has been said about Beyoncé self-identification as a “modern feminist”. This presentation aims to answer the question: Is Beyoncé a feminist? Attendees can expect to participate in critical discussions around feminism and intersecting identities. Tweeting is encouraged!
Social Justice in 140 Characters or Less: Social Media’s Role in Allyship and Activism
Presented by: Jake Frasier, Graduate Hall Director; Matthew Tripsas, Graduate Assistant, The Center for Leadership & Social Change
Location: DSC 2202
Social media and technology have drastically shifted the way in which we communicate. These tools offer users a unique opportunity to engage others in a dialogue even when they are miles apart. This presentation will examine what it means to be an ally and the ways in which social media platforms may be utilized to promote social justice.

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MLS 2014- Concurrent Session IV- 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM
Step-Up, Seminoles!
Presented by: Cassandra Winland, Assistant Coordinator for University Housing
What do you do when someone mutters a racial slur? How do you react when an individual targets someone based on physical or cultural differences? This ‘call-to-action’ presentation will focus on bystander behavior and the societal norm to ignore situations that are intolerant or have seemingly gained cultural acceptance.
The Leaderless Revolution: How Communities Can Change the World Around Them
Presented by: Andres Ramirez, Student
Impacting a community can be by anybody at any time. This presentation, based on Carne Ross’ The Leadership Revolution, focuses on imparting the fundamentals of accomplishing a common goal with the help of like-minded community members.
When You Wish Upon Oppression…Shtuff Disney Didn’t Tell You
Presented by: Kathryn Quintin, Public Relations Coordinator for the Asian American Student Union, Roberto Orozco, Graduate Assistant, Center for Leadership & Social Change
Disney is a consumer experience that is so prevalent in our society and is a window to the outlook of our younger generation. It is also a good example of how we are often shaped by the information we are receiving from the media. In this interactive session, participants will develop an understanding of the complexity of racism and the role it has played in different Disney media portrayals. It will provide a context of how people of color have lacked representation in Disney but also have been misrepresented. Participants will also get the opportunity to engage in reflection around the information presented and the impact it has had on their experiences.
Becoming a Social Change Agent
Presented by: Erica Wiborg, Program Coordinator, The Center for Leadership & Social Change and Justina Jones, Graduate Assistant, The Center for Leadership & Social Change; Amber Johnson, Service Scholar
Location: DSC 2201
Have you enjoyed exploring social justice but are looking for the next step? This interactive workshop focuses on the first step of becoming a social change agent- find an issue that matters to you. We will transform passion to action as you think about a change process you desire to see in the world today.
Undocuqueer: Intersectionality in Immigration and LGBTQ Issues
Presented by: Cassandra Barragan
Location: DSC 2202
This presentation will discuss what intersectionality is and its importance in social justice issues. Advocates for Immigrant and Refugee Rights will be discussing how members of the LGBTQ Community are affected in immigration issues, how the two issues overlap, and how the two movements can work together.

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REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Registration for the 2015 Multicultural Leadership Summit will open in October 2014. To access the registration link, visit thecenter.fsu.edu/MLS.
All non-FSU students will be charged a registration fee of $45.00. Instructions for payment will be indicated on registration form. Payments will be accepted by credit card and check.
Registration includes the following:
• Meal during the pre-conference on Friday, January 30, 2015
• Light breakfast and lunch on Saturday, January 31, 2015
• All participants will receive a 2015 MLS t-shirt
• Program booklet and other conference materials
• Access to all concurrent sessions and the featured keynote speaker presentation
• Opportunities to network and engage in dialogue with students across difference

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ROBERTO OROZCO
Graduate Assistant
Florida State University
rorozco@fsu.edu
ARIANA VARGAS
Program Coordinator
Florida State University
avargas3@fsu.edu
CENTER FOR LEADERSHIP & SOCIAL CHANGE
thecenter.fsu.edu
MULTICULTURAL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT
thecenter.fsu.edu/MLS
facebook.com/thecenterfsu
@thecenterfsu
@thecenterfsu
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