PRL G-20 panel

Sr. Pat McCann addresses Carlow PRL students and alumni

Last night we held our G-20 panel. The event included a terrific roster of panelists. Dr. Allyson Lowe, political scientist, set the stage by giving us an overview of the G-20 and what having it here in Pittsburgh might mean for us. Sr. Pat McCann discussed the importance of the G-20 in terms of bringing to the forefront issues of poverty and peace. She also provided her perspective on the role of protest. Paula Harris, of the Pittsburgh ACLU, also gave context to the role of protests and the tensions between perceived security vis-a-vis government control and civil liberties. And Joyce Rothermel, CEO of the Greater Pgh Food Bank, discussed issues of poverty, particularly the right to food, as well as power, and forms of activism.

Students, alumni, and other guests asked a range of stimulating and important questions. All students who are taking PRL 713 (Leadership and Ethics) will continue this dialog on line this week, I look forward to hearing their thoughts on the panel and the issues raised.

cheers all!

Harriet

PRL sponsors G-20 program -- open to prospective students

Hi All,

PRL will be hosting a panel related to the G-20 next week. We have limited space but are inviting prospective students to attend. If you are not a current student and would like to attend this panel, please email me at harrietschwartz14@gmail.com to reserve your spot. Here is the panel info:

G-20: Poverty, Power, and Protest

Sponsored by Carlow University’s Master’s of Professional Leadership program

Tuesday, September 22, 2009

7-9 p.m.

Carlow University, Aquinas 308

This panel will focus on issues raised by the G-20, from a leadership and social justice perspective. We will explore these issues in the local, regional, national, and global contexts and consider our own views and roles.

Confirmed panelists include:

Dr. Allyson Lowe

Chair, Political Science, Carlow University

Sr. Patricia McCann

Activist

Director of the Sisters of Mercy Archives, Pittsburgh

Paula Harris

Board Member, Pittsburgh ACLU

Joyce Rothermel

CEO Greater Pittsburgh Community Foodbank

To hear a related podcast with Sr. McCann, visit: http://web.me.com/harrietschwartz/Leading_Toward_Podcast/Welcome.html

Bring a Blanket!!! Also, please contribute to our PRL linen drive. Please bring a new or gently used blanket or sheet set for a twin or double bed. All items will be donated to Off the Floor Pittsburgh, an agency which helps Pittsburgh’s neediest families by providing furniture and linens.

For more information, please contact Harriet Schwartz, Assistant Professor, Carlow PRL : harrietschwartz14@gmail.com