Schedule

On Thursday evening, PricewaterhouseCoopers will host a panel conversation with young alumni about navigating a post-undergraduate path as a young Black professional. Afterwards, students and alumni will have the chance to network at an industry-based reception.

Enjoy a continental breakfast before Friday’s events.

Mannone Butler (B’94, L’99), co-chair of Black Alumni Summit, and Eric Woods (B’91), co-founder and co-chair of Black Alumni Summit will offer a warm welcome to all summit-goers. Come say hello and preview the days ahead!

President John J. DeGioia will offer greetings and reflections about the impact of the Black Alumni Summit.

The Black Alumni Summit occurs at a pivotal moment in American politics, three weeks after Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States Ketanji Brown Jackson takes the bench for her first SCOTUS session and two weeks before the U.S. midterm elections. During this discussion, we will examine where the country is going, what battles lie immediately ahead of us, and how, as a collective, we can make an impact on the country’s and our people’s future.

Join three Georgetown deans for a fireside chat with Georgetown President John J. DeGioia about what they see in store for the future of healthcare and medicine. We will gain insights from Lee Jones, M.D., dean for medical education at Georgetown University School of Medicine; Roberta Waite, EdD, RN, PMHCNS, ANEF, FAAN dean of Georgetown University School of Nursing; and Christopher King, Ph.D., MHSc, FACHE, dean of Georgetown University School of Health.

The far right’s latest discourse around Critical Race Theory emphasizes the importance of telling our full story and fighting back against erasure in the classroom and the history books. Join us for a discussion on why and how the removal of books—and restrictions on what can be taught about our nation’s uncomfortable history, policies, and ideas—represents a new form of segregation. We will consider the need for a new call to action in our community.

This panel discussion will delve into foundational questions about social change. How do we see our role in society? How do we fully embrace this moment of social justice reform and change to meet the challenge? As we rise, what do we “owe” and how do we step up to lead the change needed to transform debate into action that ensures collective progress?

Mannone Butler (B’94, L’99), co-chair of Black Alumni Summit, and Eric Woods (B’91), co-founder and co-chair of Black Alumni Summit will wrap up Friday’s takeaways from day one.

Stay for happy hour after Day 1 of the Summit to mingle with fellow Hoyas and reflect on the day!

Enjoy a continental breakfast before Saturday’s events.

Mannone Butler (B’94, L’99), co-chair of Black Alumni Summit and Eric Woods (B’91), co-founder and co-chair of Black Alumni Summit will kick off Saturday’s programming.

A morning mindfulness practice can put us in the right headspace for a successful day. All summit-goers are invited to attend this group meditation and yoga experience before leading into the first panel session on day two of the summit.

How can we place value on self-care and overcome the fear of therapy in the Black community? Whether as a young student or a member of the “sandwich generation,” we all feel the pressure to “do everything.” Yet we have limited knowledge of how to seek help and support in times of crisis. This interactive session will explore the importance of mental health wellness and embracing self-care.

Help us snap a photo of our community during a quick photo opportunity!

We are pleased to welcome Michelle D. Bernard (L’88), president and CEO of The Bernard Center for Women, Politics & Public Policy, as the 2022 Black Alumni Summit keynote speaker. Michelle will discuss the crossroads we find ourselves confronting and provide a call to action.

This thought-provoking discussion will explore the implications and future of digital currency including cryptocurrency and NFTs.

Georgetown alumni are pursuing creative careers in meaningful ways. This panel highlights the value of charting and pursuing paths that allow you to live out your purpose and passions.

Join us outside of the Grand Ballroom for cocktails before the gala!

On Saturday evening, summit-goers are invited to attend the Black Alumni Summit gala in cocktail attire. We will also hear from the Black Alumni Council and the We Are Georgetown oral history project. Come celebrate our Hoya community.

The weekend’s not over yet! What better way to close out a Saturday than by filling the dance floor with Hoyas?

On the morning following the summit, everyone is welcome to attend Mass on the Hilltop at Dahlgren Chapel.