Virginia Commonwealth University Ombuds Resumes In-Person Conflict Resolution Day

Every year, VCU's Ombudsman, William King, sponsors a National Conflict Resolution Day program. After two years of online programs, the signature event returns to campus this year on October 20, 2022. The keynote speaker will be Mark Patterson, the inaugural Ombuds at Cal State Channel Islands. As usual, the event is free and open to the public.

Agenda

• Opening Remarks by William E. King

• A History of National Conflict Resolution Day with Dr. Mangala Subramaniam

• VCU Proclamation Presentation with Dr. Fotis Sotiropoulos

• VCU's Commitment with Dr. Jill Gordon

• Keynote Speaker, "The Power of Story: Using Narrative to Help Defuse Conflict" with Mark Patterson, J.D., L.L.M.

• Interactive Panel Discussion: "Challenging Times, Difficult Decisions, Necessary Conversations" facilitated by Dr. Joseph T. DiPiro

• Lunch

• Interactive Conflict Management Activity with presenters Mark Patterson and William E. King

• Closing Remarks by William E. King

(VCU Ombuds Event RSVP.)

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