Urban Summit IV: New Visions of Integration and Civil Rights in American Democracy

DETROIT, Mich. – May 8, 2024 – Wayne County Community College District’s (WCCCD) Detroit Urban Summit IV will be held on Friday, May 10, hosted by WCCCD Chancellor Dr. Curtis L. Ivery and the WCCCD Institute for Social Progress (ISP).

This national summit will bring together scholars, authors, and civic leaders to discuss educational, political, social, and economic issues impacting historically diverse populations.

The two-part summit will focus on:

• Legal cases and racial dynamics in U.S. public education and housing
• The ongoing importance of racial and economic integration in American democracy

Featured Speakers & Panelists

• Alex Kotlowitz – Bestselling Author
• John Powell – Legal Scholar & Director, Othering & Belonging Institute
• Sheryll Cashin – Civil Rights Lawyer & Author
• Cheryl Harris – Critical Race Theory Scholar
• Dr. Walter Bumphus – President, American Association of Community Colleges
• Rev. Dr. Wendell Anthony – President, Detroit NAACP

The event will take place at WCCCD’s newly redesigned Culinary Arts & Banquet Center at the Northwest Campus (8200 West Outer Drive, Detroit).

To Register:

Visit https://DetroitUrbanSummit.org or call 313-496-2510.

About Wayne County Community College District

WCCCD operates six campuses serving 32 cities and townships, spanning more than 500 square miles. The district is committed to expanding educational opportunities and community-based workforce development programs.

www.wcccd.edu

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