NCORE to Celebrate 25 Years of Addressing Race, Social Justice Challenges and Access in Higher Education

NEW YORK, March 7, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading experts from across the United States will come together to discuss race, social justice challenges and access in American higher education at the 25th anniversary of the National Conference on Race and Ethnicity in American Higher Education (NCORE), held May 29 to June 2 in New York City.

"This year, we celebrate 25 years of being the leading and most comprehensive national forum on issues of race and ethnicity in American higher education," said James P. Pappas, vice president of University Outreach at the University of Oklahoma. "Since its beginning, NCORE has worked to assist higher education institutions to create more inclusive environments, programs and curriculum."

Van Jones, globally recognized pioneer in human rights, Arlene Davila, professor of anthropology and of social and cultural analysis at New York University, and Pedro Noguera, one of the country's most important voices on education reform, are among the several noteworthy speakers scheduled for NCORE 2012. Other speakers include professors, political scientists, authors, university administrators and activists.

NCORE was launched in 1988 by the University of Oklahoma Outreach to address a resurgence of racist incidents occurring on campuses across the United States. The 2012 conference is a formidable product of renewed ongoing dialogues and the inclusion of new issues and emerging voices.

"The 2012 conference in New York City promises to bring unparalleled opportunities to connect with higher education officials who are leading change and real dialogue about race in America," said Belinda Biscoe, associate vice president of University Outreach at the University of Oklahoma. "NCORE aims to assist universities and colleges to improve racial and ethnic relations and to expand educational opportunities for culturally diverse and underrepresented populations."

New York City will provide the perfect mix of energy and diversity. More than 2,400 administrators, deans, faculty, minority affairs officials, campus life leaders and students attend each year.

This year's event will take place at the Marriott Marquis in Times Square. Participants will enjoy institutes, workshops, film screenings and special evening events. Early bird registration is $625 and is available until March 31. It covers all conference sessions and special events. Registration after March 31 is $725. Student registration is $425.

Registration information can be found at www.ncore.ou.edu.

About NCORE
The National Conference on Race and Ethnicity in American Higher Education (NCORE) was launched in 1988 by the University of Oklahoma Outreach to address the resurgence of racist incidents in higher education. NCORE aims to improve racial relations and access to higher education by diverse, underrepresented populations. More information can be found at www.ncore.ou.edu.

SOURCE NCORE