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How Do Economists Explain Growing Economic Polarization and How Can Educational Opportunity Reduce Its Impact?

Presenter: Jim Jurgens Association: Retired Teacher, St. Xavier High School

Description: This presentation will examine factors in American society and our changing global economy that are at least partially responsible for growing income inequality, and why expanding educational opportunity must be part of the solution to this problem. Should publically funded preschool become universal? Should all students have the opportunity for a two-year community college education? How can a college education become more affordable? These are questions we may want to discuss. Until he retired last June, Mr. Jurgens was a member of the St. X. Social Studies Department. During his 44-year career at St. X, he has taught Economics, Government, and U.S. History. He has participated in teacher training programs in Asia, Europe, and Central America. Location: room 3543 (maximum per session = 30)

Experienced Realities of Urban Education in , Ohio: A Conversation of Persistence and Grit Combined with Hard Work and Rewarded Opportunity Create College-Bound Students in Four Years at Cristo Rey High Schools

Presenter: Andrew Farfsing Association: Principal, DePaul Cristo Rey High School

Description: Andy became the first principal of DePaul Cristo Rey High School in 2010. He spearheaded the processes that granted DPCR an Ohio charter and full accreditation from the Ohio Catholic School Accrediting Association. Under Andy’s academic leadership, DPCR students have grown in numbers, academic proficiency and college readiness. He presided at the school’s first graduation in May 2015, celebrating not only that milestone, but also the fact that every senior had been accepted to college. Prior to arriving at DPCR, Andy worked as a St. Xavier Summit speakers, 2016 teacher, coach and student activities director at Cincinnati’s La Salle High School. His teaching and leadership excellence were recognized with the student-selected La Salle Person of the Year Award in 2009 and the principal-selected Teacher of the Year Award in 2004. He holds bachelors and master’s degrees from . Location: room 1512 (maximum per session = 30)

Are White Males Losing Out on College?

Presenter: Gary Sabourin Association: College Advisor, St. Xavier High School

Description: There is a common perception that in this era of affirmative action in college admissions, white males are losing out. We will discuss whether or not this is the actual case. Mr. Sabourin has been a College Advisor at St. Xavier High School for the past 16 years. Prior to that, he served in the same capacity at The Summit Country Day School. Mr. Sabourin also had the good fortune to serve as a Hall Rector and an Instructor in the Freshman Writing Program at the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana. He is in his final year before retirement and he will bring the knowledge he has gained from 38 years in the field. Location: room 3540 (maximum per session = 30)

Show Me the Money!

Presenter: Meredith Shockley-Smith, PhD Association: Co-Director, Women’s and Gender Studies, Northern Kentucky University

Description: The Wage Gap is real. But what does that mean? Are women paid less because they prefer lower-paying jobs? Is it because more women than men work part time? Or is it St. Xavier Summit speakers, 2016 because women are more often caregivers? Despite progress in the fight for gender equality in the workplace, women continue to face a variety of challenges. While we’ve made progress in breaking through the “glass ceiling,” we often face other challenges, including discrimination and sexism that contribute to the wage gap. Let’s talk about it! Dr. Meredith Shockley-Smith is a Lecturer and Co-Director of the Women’s and Gender Studies program Northern Kentucky University. She received her PhD from the in Educational Studies. Her expertise lies in Black Feminist theory, Afrocentric theory, Critical Pedagogy, and Equity theory. Meredith has been teaching for ten years. Her passion for the subject matter has taken her beyond the college classroom into K-12 classrooms, as well as into business and community settings. Location: room 2518 (maximum per session = 30)

Slavery by Another Name

Presenter: John Ravenna Association: Director of Multicultural Initiatives, St. Xavier High School

Description: Slavery By Another Name, is a documentary film that challenges one of Americans’ most cherished assumptions; that slavery in this country ended with Emancipation Proclamation. The film tells how as even as chattel slavery came to an end in the South after the Civil War, new systems of involuntary servitude took its place with shocking brutality. The film documents more than 80 years, thousands of African Americans, often guilty of no crime at all, were arrested, compelled to work without pay, repeatedly bought and sold, and coerced to do the bidding of white masters. Tolerated by both North and South, forced labor lasted well into the 20th century. After watching a 25 minute film clip we will discuss some reflection questions and have an open conversation. Location: room 3511 (maximum per session = 30)

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Racism and the Imagination: Lessons from Stevie Wonder

Presenter: Christopher Pramuk Association: Associate Professor of Theology, Xavier University

Description: The year 2015 brought an explosion of race-related issues and tensions to the surface in the United States. This presentation explores the “gap” between racial and ethnic communities in American society through the music and remarkable life of Stevie Wonder. We'll explore how “seeing” and responding to others with empathy and understanding across the racial divide is a deeply spiritual matter as much as it is a visual one. Christopher Pramuk is Associate Professor of Theology at Xavier University, and the author of Hope Sings, So Beautiful: Graced Encounters Across the Color Line, an award-winning meditation on race relations in society and church, as well as several books on Thomas Merton. He began his teaching career at Regis Jesuit High School in Denver. Location: room 3167 (maximum per session = 45)

Challenges Faced by Children in Poverty

Presenter: Joe Wilmers Association: Retired Teacher and Social Worker, Cincinnati Public Schools

Description: Mr. Wilmers will discuss the Power of One--How one St. X student can make a powerful difference as a positive role model/mentor in the life of an at-risk child. Mr. Wilmers retired from Cincinnati Public Schools after a 37 year career as teacher, counselor, administrator and school social worker. He has worked as CPS liaison with St Xavier High School for 20 years, engaging St X students with children at Washington Park and Winton Hills Academy. He currently volunteers with the Cincinnati Youth Collaborative, Saturday Hoops, Assistance League, SCPA and Friends of Winton Hills Academy Foundation. Location: room 3120 (maximum per session = 30) St. Xavier Summit speakers, 2016

Can Money Keep You Out of Prison?

Presenter: Bill Gallagher Association: Attorney and Partner, Arenstein and Gallagher

Description: Mr. Gallagher is an attorney and Partner at Arenstein and Gallagher. He is a criminal defense lawyer with over 28 years in defending people accused of crimes. He is one of the founders of the Ohio Innocence Project which has secured the release of 23 people wrongfully incarcerated since its inception in 2003. Innocence Projects across the nation have helped free hundreds of men and women. Many have spent years and even decades in prison for crimes they did not commit. Almost all were poor at the time of their trials. We will discuss the role their economic status played in their wrongful incarceration and discuss solutions to prevent further occurrences. Location: room 1558 (maximum per session = 75)

Responding to the Cry of the Earth and the Cry of the Poor

Presenter: Tony Stieritz Association: Director, Archdiocese of Cincinnati Catholic Social Action Office

Description: Pope Francis points out that the “gravest effects of all attacks on the environment are suffered by the poorest.” Why is it that those who consume the least amount of the Earth’s resources are often the victims of the worst environmental crises? Let’s explore this kind of inequality in the world and how the Church urges us to address it together through better environmental stewardship and solidarity with the poor everywhere. Tony Stieritz directs the Archdiocese of Cincinnati Catholic Social Action Office, which supports parishes and St. Xavier Summit speakers, 2016 schools in Catholic Social Teaching faith formation and organized social ministry. The office also advocates around current issues championed by the Catholic Church as respect life, religious liberty, immigration reform, climate change, poverty, global solidarity and more. He currently chairs the Ohio Catholic bishops’ Social Concerns Department and serves on the City of Cincinnati Environmental Advisory Council. He has served as a consultant to the U.S. Catholic bishops’ Catholic Campaign for Human Development Subcommittee. Tony is a graduate of Xavier University and Carroll High School in Dayton. He, his wife, Jessica, and three sons, Luke, Jonah, and Sebastian live in Kennedy Heights and belong to Nativity Parish. Location: room 1505 (maximum per session = 30)

Much Ado about Disabilities

Presenter: Jason Harris Association: Founder & Spokesperson, Jason’s Connection

Description: Jason Harris was diagnosed with a non-verbal learning disability in his pre- teens. He attended both an inclusionary and disabled focused school, after high school he attended the College of Mount St. Joseph where he was opened up to advocacy in his class Disability, Culture and Equity. He graduated with a Liberal Arts Degree and a Minor in Philosophy from the College of Mount St Joseph with Honors in December 2013. He is the founder of Jason’s Connection. He speaks to groups about Hidden and Invisible Disabilities and contributes articles and interviews people with diverse abilities from around the world to Jason’s Connection an online magazine. Along with the magazine Jason's Connection is a website listing resources and allowing people to rate, review, and recommend providers. He is involved in Reelabilitis, Jason’s Connection, and Starfire Council because he wants to show the capabilities that everyone has. Location: room 3144 (maximum per session = 30)

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Why Public Service Matters

Presenter: John Juech Association: Assistant City Manager, City of Cincinnati

Description: John Juech, an Assistant City Manager for the City of Cincinnati, will discuss the role government and public service plays in closing the opportunity gap. He will talk about what the city of Cincinnati is currently doing to address gaps in the city and the region. He will also discuss his work in government both in Cincinnati and on Capitol Hill in Washington DC and the opportunity for meaningful careers in public service as well as taking questions. Location: room 2508 (maximum per session = 30)

Bridging the Gap: Providing Economic Opportunity for All God’s Children

Presenter: Harry Blanton Association: Vice-President, Hamilton Co. Development Company

Description: Harry Blanton (St. X, Class of 1983) met Patrick Russell (St. X, Class of 2006) when Patrick was nine years old. They met through the Cincinnati Youth Collaborative's Mentor Program. While Patrick had many hurdles to overcome (poverty, parents with drug problems and constant instability in the home), he had the tools and the will to be successful. Today, Patrick is a finance professional, a graduate of Xavier University and working on his Master Degree in Organizational Leadership. Spend some time with Mr. Blanton to find out how their relationship helped Patrick find a path to success and helped Harry find meaning and a purpose in his life. Harry Blanton is Manager of the Hamilton County Economic Development Office (EDO), a division of Hamilton County Development Company (HCDC). He received a St. Xavier Summit speakers, 2016

Master of Community Planning from the University of Cincinnati and holds a B.A. from the University of Notre Dame. He previously worked for the City of Cincinnati and Arthur Andersen. In his spare time, Mr. Blanton volunteers as a mentor through the Cincinnati Youth Collaborative (CYC). He is also a Board Member of the Paul Lammermeier Foundation which operates three homes for homeless children in Lima, Peru. Location: room 2526 (maximum per session = 30)

Immigrant’s Opportunity Gap

Presenters: Allison Reynolds- Berry & Jose Cabrera Association: Intercommunity Justice and Peace Center

Description: Fleeing their home countries in search of new opportunities, many immigrants are faced with a difficult reality upon arrival to the United States. Join IJPC to hear the story of a young immigrant in the Cincinnati community who will share his personal experience of crossing the US Mexico border and some of the challenges he faced assimilating to the U.S. The session will include an interactive look at the myths and facts shared about the immigrant community and explore Catholic Social Teaching as you to decide what opportunities should be considered a human right. At the age of four, Mr. Cabrera was brought to the U.S. by his mother. They came because of the lack of economic resources they had in Mexico and to seek the American Dream. Today, José is getting his taste of the American Dream. He is currently a sophomore at Xavier University where he is studying entrepreneurship and management, with a minor in psychology and Justice and Peace study. José seeks to help Hispanic high school students apply for college and plans to help the Hispanic community thrive. After graduating from Loyola University Chicago, Ms. Reyonlds-Berry accompanied students and Salvadorans during her time with the Casa de la Solidaridad in El Salvador. There, she learned about the collective power of community and gained a love of the Spanish language. Allison received her Master of Social Work from Boston College and stayed in Boston to work as a community organizer doing domestic violence prevention work. Location: Chapel (maximum per session = 250)

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Why is My Girlfriend’s Skinny Latte $5?

Presenter: Justin Carabello Association: President, Carbello Coffee Co.

Description: Ever wonder what's up with these crazy expensive coffee drinks your girlfriend is addicted to? I mean, why are we paying so much for someone to dump brown water, steamed milk and flavored syrup into a cup? Turns out the average coffee worker earns just a little more than $5 per day. But some big companies are earning bank on the backs of those poor people. That is, until you decided to attend this presentation and do something about it. In 2009, Justin Carabello started roasting coffee beans in a hot air popcorn popper in the back of his garage. Then he got this rad idea about changing the world by starting a philanthropic coffee roasting company. It's kind of a modern day Robinhood sort of story, except it involves lots of caffeine, 500 degrees of hot metal and helping orphans and stuff. Today he is the Prez of Carabello Coffee in Newport, KY. That's a fancy way of saying, "If his company fails, he is going to be bankrupt." Location: Cafeteria Annex (maximum per session = 75)

The Food Gap

Presenter: Stephen Dienger Association: Assistant Farm Manager, Our Harvest Cooperative

Description: I will cover the "opportunity gap" of fresh, sustainably-grown food in food deserts, in-accessibility for beginning farmers to land, capital, and an equal playing field in the food market, as well as the rights of farm workers to good, family-sustaining jobs. I will cover some of Our Harvest's programs to combat these issues, and share my story of the realities I have faced in my farming career. I am Assistant Farm Manager and a Worker-Owner of the Our Harvest Cooperative--a local, sustainable farm and food hub. Our farm team plans and St. Xavier Summit speakers, 2016 executes the production of over 35 different vegetable crops on about 15 acres between 2 farms. I am on the board of the Our Harvest Research and Education Institute (OHREI), our apprentice farmer training program. I am a graduate of St. Xavier High School ('04) and Saint Louis University, and I have been farming full time for 6 years. Location: room 1514 (maximum per session = 30)

Former Prisoners and the Obstacles They Face: The Outlook for Returning Citizens (Former Prisoners)

Presenter: Dominic Duren Association: Returning Citizens program coordinator, St. Vincent de Paul

Description: I will share information about the Re-entry Program and one of our main partners, The Help Program. I will talk about the on-going support we provide our members to help them successfully transition back into society after being incarcerated. I will also offer ways for any interested parties to become involved as well. My name is Dominic Duren, 43 years old, happily married, and the father of a 6yr old son and 3yr old daughter. I am a Returning Citizen myself, and I have struggled to find gainful employment after being incarcerated. I'm originally from Compton, CA. I received my Associate Degree from Findlay University and I am currently receiving my Bachelor Degree in Business Administration from Northern Kentucky University. Location: Theater (maximum per session = 300)

The State of Homelessness

Presenter: Kevin Finn Association: President/CEO, Strategies to End Homelessness, Inc.

Description: There are factors and inequalities within our society place people at a disadvantage in achieving self-sufficiency, and at greater risk of experiencing homeless. This St. Xavier Summit speakers, 2016 presentation will describe factors which place households at risk of homelessness, and which make it more difficult for households to become independent. Kevin Finn is the founding President/CEO of Strategies to End Homelessness, Inc., which leads a comprehensive system of care to prevent and end homelessness in Greater Cincinnati. Working in partnership with 30 non-profit organizations, Strategies to End Homelessness coordinates homelessness prevention, street outreach, emergency shelter and housing solutions with the goal of ending homelessness. Through the work of Strategies to End Homelessness, Cincinnati is recognized nationally as a leader in implementing innovative and effective programs to end homelessness. From 1996-1998, Kevin worked in the St. X Community Service Department. In 1998 he began working as a street outreach worker with homeless teenagers. Kevin graduated from St. X in 1989, received a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from St. Louis University and a master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Kentucky. He is also the father of Simon Finn, who is currently a sophomore at St. X. Location: room 3507 (maximum per session = 30)

The Digital Divide: Children in Poverty & Access to Technology

Presenter: Angela Giani Association: Education Director, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Cincinnati

Description: The Digital Divide is defined as “the gulf between those who have ready access to computers and the Internet, and those who do not.” In this session, participants will learn more about the Digital Divide, the consequences it has on children and families in poverty, and discuss potential solutions to bridge the gap for those in need. Ms. Giani began her career at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Cincinnati in 2008. She has held various roles within the organization, including Education Director (Espy and US Bank Clubs), Club Director (US Bank Club), and currently, Regional Education Coordinator (Administrative Office). She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Integrated Language Arts Education from in 2007, and worked for Cincinnati Public Schools prior to pursuing a career with Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Cincinnati. Location: room 2514 (maximum per session = 30)

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Girls and the Opportunity Gap Across the Globe

Presenter: Rachel Kemper Association: Director, Community Service Learning St. Ursula Academy

Description: Across the globe, girls and young women face tremendous disadvantages. Women bear most of the world’s work, and much of its suffering. However, there is hope, and the hope lies in us. In particular, we need strong men and women to advocate for a better life for girls and women. During this presentation we will view video clips from the internationally acclaimed film, Girl Rising. You will be moved and inspired. Rachel Kemper is the Director of Community Service Learning at St. Ursula Academy in Cincinnati. Additionally, she leads a chapter of Dining for Women in Greater Cincinnati, where she presents on issues that impact girls and women in the Third World. Rachel has also observed the plight of women firsthand in various countries. Location: Band room (maximum per session = 70)

No Country to Call Home

Presenter: J.K. Klaiber Association: Community Service Department, St. Xavier High School

Description: All over the world there are ethnic groups labeled “stateless” where no country will accept them as citizens. They are denied access to medical treatment, social services, education and the ability to work legally. Left with little options, they beg, steal, traffic drugs and work in the sex industry to earn an income – children and teenagers being the most vulnerable. Before working at St. X, Mr. Klaiber lived and worked with stateless people groups along the Thai-Myanmar border for almost eight years. He will discuss his experiences and the

St. Xavier Summit speakers, 2016 numerous obstacles facing children and youth who are denied nationality. He works in the Community Service Department at St. X. Location: room 2511 (maximum per session = 30)

Nickel and Dimed: A Look at the Plight of Minimum Wage Workers In America

Presenter: Pat Klus, Campus Minster and Religion Teacher Association: St. Xavier High School

Description: Using Barbara Ehrenreich's book from which this session is titled, participants will examine the challenges that some low wage workers experience in their field. The session will be interactive; participants should be prepared to share their experiences in a minimum wage- paying job and, consequently, this session is recommended for upperclassmen. Mr. Klus, Campus Minister and Religion teacher here at St. X, will highlight a couple of key points from the book, provide some testimony from those working in low-wage jobs while he was in mission in places local and abroad, and conduct a "living wage simulator" activity. Location: room 3124 (maximum per session = 30)

Nepal: Looking Beyond Mt. Everest

Presenters: Stephen LaVelle, Biology Teacher Anne Schoewer, Community Service Dept. Association: St. Xavier High School

Description: Each year, more than half a million people come to Nepal to trek in the highest mountains in the world. Many of these people experience the incredible hospitality and generosity of the Nepali people. Nepal is one the poorest countries in the world and is still recovering from the after-effects of last year’s earthquake. Its allure as a tourist destination has not lifted its general population out of extreme poverty. Learn about the experience of a St. Xavier Summit speakers, 2016 typical high school aged Nepali person from the perspective of two people who lived and worked in Nepal with the Peace Corps. Stephen LaVelle in Nepal as a student at Xavier University and worked for the same program in Nepal after graduating from Xavier. Anne Schoelwer works in the Community Service Department at St. Xavier High School as the Big Brothers Coordinator. She lived in Nepal as a Peace Corps Volunteer. Location: room 1507 (maximum per session = 30)

What is Poverty Law and Why Should I Care?

Presenter: Mark Lawson Association: Managing Attorney, Legal Aid Society of Southwest Ohio

Description: Explore important legal issues that affect Cincinnati’s poor in this interactive session facilitated by a Legal Aid lawyer. Mark Lawson has spent the last 18 years representing poor families in state and federal court, before the state legislature, county commissioners, and city council. He will engage students in a workshop-style format to discuss how lawyers work to promote economic and family stability and reduce poverty. The discussion will center on real-life case scenarios that will cause students to ask important questions about their role in addressing the needs of the poor in their communities. Mark B. Lawson is a Managing Attorney at the Legal Aid Society of Southwest Ohio, LLC for its Consumer-Homeowner practice area. His work focuses on poverty law issues including homeowner/foreclosure defense, predatory lending, bankruptcy, and other consumer-related matters. He joined the staff of the Legal Aid Society in 1998. He is a graduate of the University of Cincinnati School of Law and Xavier University. Mark is a member of Leadership Cincinnati’s Class 37 as well as the Cincinnati Bar Association’s Leadership Academy for lawyers. He recently served on the Mayor’s Immigration Task Force and currently serves on the Metropolitan Sewer District’s Rate Affordability Task Force. He lives in Pleasant Ridge with his wife Tina, and their three children. He enjoys coaching youth soccer, basketball, and junior high math club. Location: room 2512 (maximum per session = 30)

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Cincinnati and the New Civil Rights Era

Presenter: Rev. Damon Lynch, Jr. Association: Pastor, New Jerusalem Baptist Church

Description: Rev. Damon Lynch, Jr. describes his entry into the Civil Rights arena as being baptized by fire. Cincinnati was literally burning with fire and hate and the young minister who had just accepted his calling, was cast into the middle of it. Rev. Lynch was born in Roopville, Georgia and moved with his family to Cincinnati, Ohio at a young age. After two years of military service, Rev. Lynch became active in the change that was moving in Black America. Following in his father’s footsteps he enrolled in Barber College. Knowing he needed to be prepared for ministry, he also enrolled in Cincinnati Christian Seminary where he received a BS degree. He later received an MBA degree from Graduate Theological Foundation at Notre Dame. He helped start the first Martin Luther King Jr. Day March with the Rev. Fred Shuttlesworth and others. Rev. Lynch is a founding board member of the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center and he has been honored as a Great Living Cincinnatian and has been inducted into the Ohio Civil Rights Hall of Fame. Location: room 1560 (maximum per session = 75)

Leading the Youth Who Live in Poverty

Presenter: Halsey Mabry Association: Principal, St. Francis Seraph School, Over-the-Rhine

Description: I will be discussing the difficult situations that my students face daily. I want to try and change the mindset of society in respect to poverty and their lives. My goal for the St. Xavier Summit speakers, 2016 students is to understand that just because you grew up in that neighborhood does not mean you have to live in that neighborhood. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Education from Austin Peay State University. I played basketball for Memphis and Austin Peay State University, and worked as a teacher, principal, area principal, and member of the Catholic Schools Office in Memphis. I moved to Cincinnati in 2012 to work for the Catholic Schools Office in Cincinnati and worked with a small number of vulnerable urban elementary schools. I drove efforts to recruit students into all urban schools, and worked closely with schools who serve large numbers of non-Catholics to ensure that the school remains both welcoming but also maintains a strong Catholic identity. Location: room 2524 (maximum per session = 30)

An Ocean of Difference: The Water Discrepancy throughout the World

Presenter: Matt Maksimoski Association: Chief Developmental Officer, Concordia Humana

Description: Water is the single most important resource to human life throughout the world. From the Arctic Tundra to the peaks of the Himalayas, nothing is more vital to life. Still there are places throughout the world where water is in short supply, or where people are limited by a lack of availability. Learn about water throughout the world and how you can help (and maybe get some candy). Matt Maksimoski graduated from St. X in 2009 and helped to found the non-profit Concordia Humana with other Bomber grads. With their current project, Concordia is working in Ethiopia to provide water to a local school through a solar-powered pump. Matt is now a 3rd year medical student at UC and serves as Chief Developmental Officer, Volunteer Coordinator and as a Board Member of Concordia Humana. Location: room 2550 (maximum per session = 30)

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How a Lack of Good Public Transportation Options Impacts the Poor and Disadvantaged

Presenter: Gregg Pieples Association: Director of Addictions Services Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services

Description: The session will explore how something that we all take for granted, transportation, has a huge impact on the lives of those that do not have means, namely poor and homeless individuals. A basic necessity in each our daily lives, transportation is vital in getting to work, a job, the doctor or to even to the store. Yet, for millions of Americans without the resources, transportation is a daily struggle, one that made even more difficult in areas without good public transportation options. We will discuss who is affected by this gap, how it impacts daily aspects of their lives and what options are available. Gregg Pieples is a 1987 graduate of St Xavier High. Gregg is a Licensed Social Worker with a BA from University of Cincinnati and a MSW from the University of Kentucky. He has worked in the social services field for 25 years, specializing in housing, homelessness and mental health issues. He has developed several programs working with the homeless population including Paths to Recovery that serves chronically homeless individuals who have addiction issues. He is the current Director of Addictions Services for Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services. Location: room 1506 (maximum per session = 30)

Innovative Leadership

Presenter: Robert Richardson Association: Attorney, Branstetter, Stranch, and Jennings Member, University of Cincinnati Board of Trustees

Description: When most people think of innovators they think of people who are celebrated and praised because of a good idea or product. The truth about innovative leaders is that

St. Xavier Summit speakers, 2016 almost without exception their ideas are initially meet with resistance and hostility. If you want to be an innovative leader, you have to be comfortable making people uncomfortable. Innovation at its core is an act rebellion against the status quo. In addition to practicing law, Mr. Richardson hosts a weekly radio show, "Real Talk with Rob Richardson." It features politicians, community leaders and public policy experts from across the country discussing both local and broadscale issues. Mr. Richardson received both his BSE in Electrical Engineering and his J.D. from the University of Cincinnati. While at the University, he established the first college chapter of the NAACP in the Tristate and was elected Student Body President in the spring of 2001. In January of 2012, Mr. Richardson made history when he was elected as Secretary becoming the youngest person to ever be elected as an officer on the Board of Trustees at the University of Cincinnati. He also serves as Chairman of the Academic and Students Affairs Committee where he advocates lowering the cost of education and provide more scholarships for students. Mr. Richardson serves on several other boards including: the University of Cincinnati Research Institute, the Agenda 360 Advisory Council, the Hamilton County Democratic Executive Committee and the Board of Visitors for the University of Cincinnati College Of Law. Location: Black Box Theater (maximum per session = 60)

Addressing Inequality in Global Health

Presenter: Kate Schroder Juech Association: Senior Director, Clinton Health Access Initiative

Description: Kate Schroder, who works in global health as part of the leadership team for President Clinton's charitable foundation, will talk about her work addressing health inequities around the world. Her presentation will provide an overview of the differences in health care services in the US compared to low income countries in Africa and Asia, focusing on the greatest challenges in reducing inequities in global health care, such as access to affordable medicines, availability of clinicians, and strong leadership. Kate will discuss some of the most promising solutions toward addressing these challenges, including the efforts of the Clinton Health Access Initiative. Ms. Schroder is the Senior Director of the Essential Medicines St. Xavier Summit speakers, 2016 program at the Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI); the program launched in mid-2011 and focuses on increasing access to pediatric diarrhea and pneumonia treatment across high- burden countries. She joined CHAI in 2007 as the first Country Director for the CHAI Zambia office where she led the launch of programs in Pediatric HIV, Human Resources for Health, and a donation of commodities. From mid-2009 through mid-2011, Kate was the Director of CHAI’s global Pediatric HIV Initiative. Prior to CHAI, Kate worked as a Senior Consultant at the Advisory Board Company in Washington, DC, leading best practice operations research for a membership of over 2500 hospitals and healthcare organizations. She has an MBA from the Wharton School at University of Pennsylvania and a BA from Indiana University. Location: Library (maximum per session = 100)

Harnessing the Marketplace for Good

Presenter: Mark Shannon Association: Executive Director, Power Inspires Progress

Description: Attendees will hear how historic events and public policy decisions may impact the economic opportunities of individuals. Current statistics on the distribution of wealth within America will be provided, as well as a statistical overview of both the U.S. criminal justice and penal systems. We will discuss potential barriers to individual employment/ stabilization, as well as an understanding of a social enterprise and how it functions as an alternative business model (benefits & risks). Mark Shannon is currently the Executive Director of a small non-profit which intentionally embedded itself in one of Cincinnati’s most economically challenged communities more than 30 years ago. The organization’s program model has changed as the community, and the individuals residing within have evolved. The Program currently operates both a restaurant and catering business that function as unique “learning environments” and help to economically fuel its mission: To provide a sense of place, employment skills training, and work history for individuals with chronic barriers to employment. The presentation will showcase a particular community project, the identified issues that prompted its creation, and how the program model currently measures success. Location: room 2509 (maximum per session = 30) St. Xavier Summit speakers, 2016

What is Food Security?

Presenter: Trazana A. Staples Association: Executive Director, Gabriel’s Place

Description: Ms. Staples is fulfilling her passion to help and support communities in providing healthy food and nutritional education, while enlightening all to a natural healthy way of living. She is longtime advocate for healthy food, community, and environmental sustainability, as well as an author, song writer, and “ecopreneur.” Ms. Staples is a native of Cincinnati Ohio, and prior to moving to Cleveland Ohio has lived in Nashville Tennessee for 16 years. She has two adult children and five grandchildren and is a loving daughter of her parents. She holds a Masters in Environmental Law and Policy Degree from Vermont Law, Bachelors of Science from Trevecca Nazarene University in Management and Human Relations, and an Associates of Science Degree from Xavier University in Criminal Justice. Location: room 3509 (maximum per session = 30)

Money and Happiness

Presenter: Ron Stegman Association: Coordinator, Christian Life Communities St. Xavier High School

Description: How can you live with no debt? How much money do you need to consider yourself successful? Can you follow a career path that will bring you limited income and still be happy? Perhaps you might like to hear and share about these questions. I will use our experience in living a simple life-style in a pioneer-built log cabin in my presentation. My wife and I rebuilt an 1840's log cabin and have lived in it for 39 years. I have been at St. Xavier for 37 years and have taught relationships and social justice. At present I work with the faculty/staff in small groups and coordinate the Mission Collection. Location: Choir Room (maximum per session = 45) St. Xavier Summit speakers, 2016

Attitudes that People of Opportunity May Have Regarding those Who Have Not Had the Same Opportunities

Presenter: Brother Tim Sucher, OFM Association: Pastoral Associate, St. Francis Seraph Church

Description: Bro. Tim Sucher, OFM is a professed religious in the Franciscan Order of the Province of St. John the Baptist, Cincinnati, OH. Bro. Tim earned a Bachelor’s of Arts Degree with a major in Philosophy from Duns Scotus College Seminary, Southfield, Michigan in 1977. In 1985 until 1990, he was the live-in manager of St. Vincent Hotel for the Homeless in Dayton, OH. During his time at St. Francis Seraph, Bro. Tim is responsible for establishing a 501-C3 for all the outreach ministries once sponsored by the parish. St. Francis Seraph Ministries is a sponsored ministry of the Franciscan Province. He continues his ministry at St. Francis Seraph as Pastoral Associate for the parish and Administrator of the School. Location: room 1518 (maximum per session = 30)

Healthcare Injustice in 2016

Presenter: Nita Walker, MD Association: Senior Vice President, Ambulatory Services, UC Health

Description: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr noted that "Of all the forms of inequality, health care injustice is the most shocking and inhumane." My presentation will use Cincinnati Health Department's zip code analysis and date to discuss the impact of poverty on the health of our fellow citizens. In particular, I will discuss how social determinants of health such as race,

St. Xavier Summit speakers, 2016 income, education, and mental illness impact health care access, outcomes, and overall well- being. Nita Walker, MD, FACP is the Senior Vice President of Ambulatory Services at UC Health and Professor of Medicine at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. In my role, I ensure that all who utilize UC Health's outpatient services receive outstanding, high-quality care and service. I have lived in Cincinnati for 27 years and have 2 children, including a son, David, who graduated from St. Xavier High School in 2015. I love to read, work crossword puzzles, and enjoy restaurants. Location: room 3129 (maximum per session = 30)

Who is My Neighbor? Catholic Social Teaching and the Joy of the Gospel

Presenter: Alison Zlatic Association: Board Member, St. Vincent de Paul

Description: Who is my neighbor? It is easy to see our neighbors as a list of statistics, or as stereotypes based on past experiences. But Jesus commands us to love our neighbor as ourselves. This means our neighbor is our kin, our brother and sister, our family. How does this transform the way that we respond? Join us as we explore ways Jesus is inviting us to grow in his vision for the Kingdom. Alison Zlatic received her Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Dayton, having first completed her undergraduate work in Secondary Education at UD. She began her career as a Jesuit volunteer working in a homeless shelter for single adults and then joined the Lalanne program at UD where she taught social studies and theology. She has studied material poverty domestically and internationally through the lens of faith in Cincinnati, Detroit, Bridgeport, CT, Philadelphia, Appalachia, South Dakota, Mexico, El Salvador, Guatemala, and Haiti. She was a member of the team that created the Ozanam Center for Service Learning at St. Vincent de Paul, Cincinnati. She currently serves as a stay-at-home mom to her four young boys, is a Vincentian and parishioner at Nativity parish in Pleasant Ridge, and serves on the Board for St. Vincent de Paul in Cincinnati. Location: room 3536 (maximum per session = 30)