August 1 — 4, 2010 University of California at Los Angeles
The problems and opportunities facing greater Los Angeles are the focus of this five-day exploration of Southern California politics. From analyzing questions of law and justice with the Chief of Police and District Attorney to interacting with the award-winning staff of the Los Angeles Times, the Symposium is a chance to debate and discuss politics with leaders and students from across the region.
A daily Speakers Forum takes place in the rooms and offices where L.A. leaders decide public policy, including City Hall, the County Hall of Administration, the LA Times Building, the LAUSD meeting rooms and Parker Center. Student-run debates and political simulations round out the hands-on curriculum, challenging you to hone your speaking and leadership skills while working closely with peers who share your interests.
An extra day focused on Los Angeles media is supported in part by the Gene A Burd Endowment Fund. Gene A. Burd is a graduate of the 1948 Junior Statesmen Summer School and currently teaches at the School of Journalism at the University of Texas at Austin..
Topics to be explored include:
• Political Leadership in a Multicultural Society
• Is the LA School System Providing a Quality Education for All Students?
• Old and New Media in LA
• County Government and Regional Issues: Health Care, Transportation, Public Safety and Immigration
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