A Community-University Conference, May 3rd-4th, 2016

As part of UBC’s Centennial celebrations, the UBC Learning Exchange is organizing a unique conference that will bring together community members, faculty and students to experience, share, and reflect on diverse perspectives and practices of learning in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside (DTES). The two-day conference will highlight innovative learning exchanges and generate ideas and directions for the future.

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The conference will be happening at the UBC Learning Exchange, the Vancouver Japanese Language School, and Ironworks Studios.
Key dates:
• Main conference days are Tuesday, May 3rd and Wednesday, May 4th
• Wrap-up conversations and social during dinner on Wednesday, May 4th
• Post-conference activities on May 5th
How is this innovative?
Historic Locations: Spans over multiple historic locations, embedded in the community.
Diverse People: Connects community members and organizations with UBC faculty, staff, and students, in welcoming and friendly ways.
Fresh Themes: Explores a variety of themes from hot topics in the DTES and peer facilitation to student experiential learning and new approaches in evaluation and knowledge exchange.
Non-Traditional Formats: Features a wide range of sessions including workshops, arts-based activities, performances, panel discussions, and interactive exhibits.

Details and registration at here.