The University of Connecticut’s Leadership Legacy Experience is pleased to host Cameron Kasky, Co-Founder of March for Our Lives and Activist, for a moderated discussion by Professor Chris Vials, Director of American Studies on the importance of youth led movements and the tools needed to build intentional social justice efforts.
Youth Led Movements: Making Waves in Today’s Political Climate
with Cameron Kasky
Monday, September 30th, 7:00PM
Dodd Center Konover Auditorium
Kasky is a former student of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida who couples lessons from the classroom with real world experiences in civics, politics and media. The tragic Parkland shooting changed the trajectory of Cameron’s life from talented student to nationally-recognized activist. His hopeful response in the face of national tragedy has made him a voice for his generation, issuing a wake up call to those in positions of authority. It catapulted him onto the national political stage, where he speaks to all who will listen about mechanisms of change and the tools of social justice. Kasky has appeared across multiple media outlets, including CNN, Fox News, The New Yorker, and TIME Magazine.
Guided by its core principles, the Leadership Office at the University of Connecticut facilitates educational and experiential initiatives that challenge individuals and organizations to explore, strengthen, and elevate their character, leadership and ability to contribute as global citizens. The Leadership Legacy Experience is the University’s most prestigious leadership development program; through lectures, discussions and presentations, the Leadership Legacy Speaker Series offers the campus community access to renowned scholars and leaders who explore critical issues of the day.
Admission to this event is free. All members of the community are welcome to attend.
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For more information, contact: Veronica Jacobs at studentleadership@uconn.edu