Report from the first Convergence
On April 3rd and 4th, 100 people converged from Kenya, New Zealand, Brazil, Japan, Scotland, seven other countries on six continents, as well as from 32 states and provinces in North America. Through the first Next System Convergence (agenda here), members of more than 31 universities and colleges, as well as dozens of think tanks, unions, and civil society organizations prepared for the Next System Teach-Ins this November.
Also be sure to check out the page for the second Next System Convergence for videos and details on what happened in September.
VIDEO: Higher Education in the Fierce Urgency of Now featuring,
- Dr. Bethany Letiecq, National Vice President, American Association of University Professors, AFT Local 6741
- Prof. Anthony Cook, Georgetown Law, Coalition for Racial Equity and Democratic Economy
- Dr. Ben Manski, Director, Next System Studies, George Mason University
- Dr. Stephanie Luce, CUNY School of Labor and Urban Studies
VIDEO: What a Next System Teach-In Looks Like featuring,
Chair: Prof. Amy Cohen, Temple University School of Law
Topics:
- A History of Teach-Ins – Dr. Ben Manski, Next System Studies
- Diversity in Learning and Participation – Matt Nelson, Presente.org
- Students, Faculty, Staff, Community United – Jasmine Banks, Generation Common Good
More sessions include:
See all the videos from April’s Next System Convergence by clicking here.
This level of global and wide-ranging participation is energizing; and it couldn’t come at a better time. As we look ahead to the Next System Teach-Ins in November, momentum is growing.
Want to take part? Explore how you can host a Teach-In or join us this fall.