The Intersection of Media, Law, & Politics
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
2:00 - 8:00 PM

American University Washington College of Law
4801 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Sixth Floor

Conference Schedule

2:00-2:30 — Registration

2:30-4:00 — Careers Table Talk

Representatives from a variety of legal employers, some of whom are alumni, will informally meet with students to discuss the realities of working in their respective areas of practice.

4:15-6:00 — Welcome Remarks & Panel Conversation (Webcast)

In a unique and remarkable political year, a panel of experts will come together to conduct an inclusive conversation about its meaning and ramifications for the African-American community. Confirmed and invited guests include:

Jim Asendio, News Director, WAMU-88.5 (C)*Midwin Charles, ’99, Midwin Charles and Associates & Member of the Dean’s Diversity Council (I)*Donna Edwards, Democratic Candidate, Maryland’s 4th District (I)*Joe Johns, ’02, Correspondent, CNN*Craig Thompson, Thompson Communications, LLC and Partner, Venable LLC (C)*Judy Smith, ’86, Public Relations Consultant (I)*Steven Taylor, Ph.D, Associate Professor (C)*American University School of Public Affairs*Jacqueline E. Trescott, Reporter, The Washington Post(C)

6:00-6:30 — Reception

6:30-8:00 — Awards Dinner (Webcast)

The dinner program recognizes those who have done good and done well through respective presentation of the Rising Star Award, the Hairston Award, and the North Star Award to a graduating student, a member of the alumni, and a professional.