Call for Proposals Deadline is: Jan. 18, 2015 Co-sponsored by: The University of Akron presents: 2015 Black Male Summit You’re Invited to Present! Join nationally renowned speakers, including sports commentator/columnist Steven A. Smith, popular Georgetown University professor Dr. Michael Eric Dyson, and Distinguished Professor of African American Studies at Morehouse College Dr. Marc Lamont Hill - along with educational leaders and students as they explore the critical issues impacting Black Males in higher education. This is the eighth annual Black Male Summit, and last year’s event attracted nearly 1,400 attendees. The 2015 Black Male Summit is your opportunity to share your knowledge and lead a Black Male Summit session. Let us know what you would like to present by submitting an abstract of your presentation for consideration. Accepted proposals will have the opportunity to submit a manuscript for consideration of publication in the 2015 Back Male Summit Proceedings Book. Travel expense reimbursement is available for presenters. Conference Themes: • • • • Retention, Graduation and Student Success Masculinity, Identity and the Media Career and Professional Development Student Poster Section (deadline March 2, 2015) APRIL 10–11, 2015 Visit uakron.edu/ie/bms for more information about 2015 Black Male Summit themes and sessions, and to submit your proposal online. You can also e-mail [email protected] for more information. Who Should Attend: High School and College Students Faculty and Administrators • Guidance Counselors and Advisers • Community Leaders • Parents and Allies • • The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution © 2014 by The University of Akron /SVP-1014-32608