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Thursday
6:30 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
6:30 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Lactation room
Lactation room
St. Louis River Room
6:30 - 7:50 a.m.
6:30 - 7:50 a.m.
Breakfast
Breakfast
Lake Superior Ballroom JKPQ
8 - 9 a.m.
8 - 9 a.m.
Keynote address
Leading in multicultural environments and across human differences: Trust and performance in diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging
Keynote address
Leading in multicultural environments and across human differences: Trust and performance in diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging
Lake Superior Ballroom JKPQ
We cannot effectively lead in a multicultural world with monocultural mindsets. And, we cannot practice equity and inclusion without cultural competence and system thinking.
Ramon A. Pastrano IV
Ramon A. Pastrano IV
Organizations around the world deal with constant change while experiencing external forces that make it challenging to strategize and implement sustainable, inclusive solutions.
Everyone has unwritten scripts and biases. It is what makes us humans.
We often make questionable decisions because mental distortions and biases sabotage our reasoning. Research has demonstrated how these unconscious, automatically activated and pervasive mental processes can manifest across a variety of contexts, producing significant impacts.
When we unconsciously link whole groups of people with an attribute or behavior, we might make an implicit association that is in direct conflict with our stated values and beliefs. Because these actions happen in our unconscious, they may cause us to be unfair even when we think we are being fair.
As we seek to lead in transformational ways among diverse groups, it is important to identify the mental processes that affect social judgments and operate without conscious awareness or control.
About the speaker
About the speaker
Ramon Pastrano is a founder and board member of Twin Cities-based ImpactLives, Inc. and the founder of Third Sphere LLC, a center for transformational leadership in cultural competence, social innovation and entrepreneurship. Pastrano is fluent in human-centered design, design thinking, system thinking, service learning, social responsibility, social innovation, transformational leadership and entrepreneurial leadership. His innovative approach to intercultural competence and diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging has been lauded by many local and national organizations.
Pastrano has traveled extensively for leadership engagement and humanitarian efforts throughout the United States, Canada, Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Asia. As a graduate of the U.S. Naval Supply Corps School, he also served as a commanding officer in the U.S. Navy Reserve.
Pastrano earned his bachelor's in mass communications/media studies from Briar Cliff University. His advanced degrees include a master's in management from the U.S. Naval Supply Corps School, a master's in theological studies from Bethel Seminary and a doctorate in global contextual leadership from Bethel University.
9:15 - 10:15 a.m.
9:15 - 10:15 a.m.
Breakout sessions
Breakout sessions
Gooseberry Falls Room 1
Growing a partnership in equity to deliver community engaged research
Growing a partnership in equity to deliver community engaged research
A discussion about the values of racial equity built an unlikely connection between two research units at the U of M. CURA and RSDP have used these shared values to deliver community-based research in the Twin Cities and across Minnesota. Session participants will join us in reflecting on their values to better understand how to implement those values in our work and partnerships.
Presenters: C Terrence Anderson, Center for Urban & Regional Affairs; Mary Oldham Hannemann, Sustainability Education
Gooseberry Falls Room 2
One University, many communities: Connecting and aligning public engagement
One University, many communities: Connecting and aligning public engagement
The context of the world has shifted in 2022, as has our engagement mission. Explore the ways that the Office for Public Engagement and Extension may enhance our engagement missions through collaboration and partnership with each other, and with other units across the University.
The context of the world has shifted in 2022, as has our engagement mission. Explore the ways that the Office for Public Engagement and Extension may enhance our engagement missions through collaboration and partnership with each other, and with other units across the University.
Presenters: Heidi Barajas and Amber Cameron from the Office of Public Engagement
Gooseberry Falls Room 3
Land grant partnership between U of M Extension and North Dakota State University
Land grant partnership between U of M Extension and North Dakota State University
This session will showcase the partnership between U of M Extension and NDSU Extension. Learn about the history, logistics and value this partnership brings to both the audiences and the institutions. Some of the shared faculty will discuss their experiences and challenges. There are four faculty in AFNR and one in FD that have these split appointments.
Presenters: Mohamed Khan, NDSU Extension; Tom Peters, Travis Hoffman, Nikki Johnson, Michael Schmitt
French River Room 2
Interacting with Minnesota's elected officials (and their staff)
Interacting with Minnesota's elected officials (and their staff)
State and federal lawmakers are important to Extension. Their understanding of what we do is crucial when legislation affecting Extension and the Minnesotans we serve is under consideration. Join JD Burton, chief government relations officer for the University of Minnesota and Tom Rothman, Extension’s government relations director, as they answer your questions on how and when to engage with lawmakers.
State and federal lawmakers are important to Extension. Their understanding of what we do is crucial when legislation affecting Extension and the Minnesotans we serve is under consideration. Join JD Burton, chief government relations officer for the University of Minnesota and Tom Rothman, Extension’s government relations director, as they answer your questions on how and when to engage with lawmakers.
Presenters: JD Burton, Tom Rothman
Split Rock 1
Operational resource fair
Operational resource fair
Do you struggle to know the best way to get something done in Extension? Are you unsure who is available to help? Come meet the operational resource units of Extension. Learn what help is available and how to request it. Bring your questions or just mingle between the tables. You are sure to discover a good way to get something done.
Presenters: Representatives from operational resource units of Extension
Split Rock 2
What makes good web content
What makes good web content
Extension's web team can help you clearly communicate science-based information in meaningful ways. Learn about our style and tone for writing, tips for images, and how to create accessible and engaging web experiences for different audiences.
Quick links to help you develop web content
Presenters: Alexandra Ecklund, JoAnne Makela, Elise Hawkins, Kristie Gaalswyk-Pomerenke
French River Room 1
Journey mapping: A new approach to Extension program design and evaluation
Journey mapping: A new approach to Extension program design and evaluation
Journey mapping is a research and evaluation method that allows users to visualize a person or group's journey while engaging in a service, program or system. In this session, we describe ways journey mapping has been used in Extension programs.
Presenters: Jennifer Hawkins and Neil Linscheid
Lake Superior Ballroom L
Fostering a linguistically and culturally inclusive environment (part one of two-hour session)
Fostering a linguistically and culturally inclusive environment (part one of two-hour session)
In this session, we will discuss the potential benefits of living, learning and working in diverse environments. We will discuss concrete strategies and activities that foster a sense of belonging, and establish community and connections among linguistically and culturally diverse communities.
In this session, we will discuss the potential benefits of living, learning and working in diverse environments. We will discuss concrete strategies and activities that foster a sense of belonging, and establish community and connections among linguistically and culturally diverse communities.
Presenters: LeeAnne Godfrey, Ann Smith
Lake Superior Ballroom O
Creating a center of gravity for sustainable agriculture programming at the U and within Extension (part one of two-hour session)
Creating a center of gravity for sustainable agriculture programming at the U and within Extension (part one of two-hour session)
Sustainable agriculture is at the heart of many UMN research, Extension and teaching programs. Join a discussion on how to best serve Minnesota farmers through a better understanding of and coordination among programs. Working across programs within and beyond Extension, we will develop a mind map of ideas to advance sustainable agriculture.
Presenters: Kathy Draeger, Emily Hoover, Erin Meier, Helene Murray, Jane Jewett, Ryan Pesch, Julie Grossman, Greg Schweser
Lake Superior Ballroom MN
Programming with an equity and accessibility lens for audiences with disabilities (part one of two-hour session)
Programming with an equity and accessibility lens for audiences with disabilities (part one of two-hour session)
Explore 4-H program practices and learn about a Department of Human Services grant to make 4-H inclusive of youth with disabilities. Hear findings from focus groups and interviews with volunteers, families, and community partners. Attendees will learn why this work matters, explore ways to learn about needs, explore lessons learned, gain tips and discover resources.
Explore 4-H program practices and learn about a Department of Human Services grant to make 4-H inclusive of youth with disabilities. Hear findings from focus groups and interviews with volunteers, families, and community partners. Attendees will learn why this work matters, explore ways to learn about needs, explore lessons learned, gain tips and discover resources.
Presenters: Darcy Cole, Jennifer Cable, Anna Gilbertson, Betsy Minnaert
10:15 a.m.
Break
10:15 a.m.
Break
10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Breakout sessions
Breakout sessions
Gooseberry Falls Room 1
Creating a culture of well-being at work
Creating a culture of well-being at work
Struggling with burnout? Come learn what Pine County Public Health did that noticeably improved their staff’s mental health and well-being. Sam and Jessica will share their experience, data from staff pre- and post-implementation, and tools you can use to intentionally create a culture that builds connection, support, purpose and well-being.
Presenters: Samantha Lo and Jessica Fehlen
Gooseberry Falls Room 2
Communicating Extension's value to county stakeholders
Communicating Extension's value to county stakeholders
What do stakeholders care about? Who is your audience? How do we share our information? Is reporting really important? Where do you get the data to share? Join us for a discussion and different perspectives on each of these questions.
What do stakeholders care about? Who is your audience? How do we share our information? Is reporting really important? Where do you get the data to share? Join us for a discussion and different perspectives on each of these questions.
Presenters: Lisa Loegering, Becky Beyers and Kia Harries
Gooseberry Falls Room 3
Tips for evaluating grant-funded projects
Tips for evaluating grant-funded projects
Do you struggle to connect your program evaluation goals with grant priorities? You can evaluate your grants and still hold true to your program evaluation. This session will provide tips and best practices for evaluating grant-funded projects. Join if you already have grant-funded projects or are aspiring to manage future grants.
Do you struggle to connect your program evaluation goals with grant priorities? You can evaluate your grants and still hold true to your program evaluation. This session will provide tips and best practices for evaluating grant-funded projects. Join if you already have grant-funded projects or are aspiring to manage future grants.
Presenters: Sam Grant and Suzanne van den Hoogenhof
Split Rock Room 1
The power of partnerships: The ripple effect
The power of partnerships: The ripple effect
Relationships are at the heart of our work in Extension. Often, we look outward to our communities when we think about these relationships. However, it is equally important that we look inward to our University community. Learn about the relationship between Extension and the College of Pharmacy and how we have grown this relationship to meet the changing needs of our Minnesota partners and communities.
Relationships are at the heart of our work in Extension. Often, we look outward to our communities when we think about these relationships. However, it is equally important that we look inward to our University community. Learn about the relationship between Extension and the College of Pharmacy and how we have grown this relationship to meet the changing needs of our Minnesota partners and communities.
Presenters: Mary Jo Katras, Laura Palombi and Grant Anderson
Split Rock Room 2
Basic overview of Minnesota sales tax and common sales tax questions
Basic overview of Minnesota sales tax and common sales tax questions
Do you understand the sales tax implications of a purchase or sale? This session will review the University's exempt status related to purchases and exclusions to that exempt status, and we'll talk about the changes retailers are making in setting up exempt accounts. We also will review taxable sales and types of exempt sales and answer common sales tax questions.
Presenter: Heather Broneak, tax management office
Lake Superior Ballroom L
Fostering a linguistically and culturally inclusive environment (part two of two-hour session)
Fostering a linguistically and culturally inclusive environment (part two of two-hour session)
In this session, we will discuss the potential benefits of living, learning and working in diverse environments. We will discuss concrete strategies and activities that foster a sense of belonging, and establish community and connections among linguistically and culturally diverse communities.
In this session, we will discuss the potential benefits of living, learning and working in diverse environments. We will discuss concrete strategies and activities that foster a sense of belonging, and establish community and connections among linguistically and culturally diverse communities.
Presenters: LeeAnne Godfrey, Ann Smith
Lake Superior Ballroom O
Creating a center of gravity for sustainable agriculture programming at the U and within Extension (part two of two-hour session)
Creating a center of gravity for sustainable agriculture programming at the U and within Extension (part two of two-hour session)
Sustainable agriculture is at the heart of many UMN research, Extension and teaching programs. Join a discussion on how to best serve Minnesota farmers through a better understanding of and coordination among programs. Working across programs within and beyond Extension, we will develop a mind map of ideas to advance sustainable agriculture.
Presenters: Kathy Draeger, Emily Hoover, Erin Meier, Helene Murray, Jane Jewett, Ryan Pesch
Lake Superior Ballroom MN
Programming with an equity and accessibility lens for audiences with disabilities (part two of two-hour session)
Programming with an equity and accessibility lens for audiences with disabilities (part two of two-hour session)
Explore 4-H program practices and learn about a Department of Human Services grant to make 4-H inclusive of youth with disabilities. Hear findings from focus groups and interviews with volunteers, families, and community partners. Attendees will learn why this work matters, explore ways to learn about needs, explore lessons learned, gain tips and discover resources.
Explore 4-H program practices and learn about a Department of Human Services grant to make 4-H inclusive of youth with disabilities. Hear findings from focus groups and interviews with volunteers, families, and community partners. Attendees will learn why this work matters, explore ways to learn about needs, explore lessons learned, gain tips and discover resources.
Presenters: Darcy Cole, Jennifer Cable, Anna Gilbertson, Betsy Minnaert
French River Room 1
Evaluation 101
Evaluation 101
This session covers the basics of evaluation. Learn how to strengthen evaluative thinking and plan for an evaluation. With a few focused tips, you will be able to plan for an evaluation and recognize ways you are already evaluating your work. Leave this session with new tips, tools and ideas to build evaluation into your program.
Presenter: Emily Becher
11:30 - 12:30 p.m.
Lunch
11:30 - 12:30 p.m.
Lunch
Lake Superior Ballroom JKPQ
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