In keeping with the spirit of the Peace Corps, attendees are asked to bring a dish from around the world to share, as well as reusable plates and utensils. Country of Service attire is encouraged.
Al Guskin, former Chancellor of
Antioch University and member of
the first Peace Corps group to
Thailand, met with then candidate
Jack Kennedy at the U. of Michigan in
1960 and urged him to set up a
volunteer program, which became the
Peace Corps. Bob Textor developed
the original training materials used
by the Peace Corps to prepare
volunteers for their assignments and
went on to serve on the faculty of
Stanford University for many years.
Al and Bob will share their memories of
those heady days of the Kennedy
administration.
The event is sponsored by:
Center for Community Based Learning and Action at TESC
Olympia Area Peace Corps Association
Olympia World Affairs Council
This Expo is a collaborative effort involving the National Peace Corps Association, the Peace Corps Regional Recruitment Office in Atlanta, Georgia, and the First Coast Returned Peace Corps Volunteers. One of a series of 50th anniversary expos held around the country in 2011, this Expo will highlight the work of the Peace Corps over the past 50 years, while seeking to engage RPCVs and inspire the next generation of volunteers. Thank you for attending!
The Conference Center at the Main Library
303 North Laura Street (free parking)
Jacksonville, FL 32202
1:30 Registration opens
2:00 – 3:00 Workshops (see below)
3:00 – 5:00 "Around the World" Exhibits (see below)
3:30 – 4:15 Formal Program
Speakers
- Peace Corps: Kenton Ayers, Regional Manager, Regional Recruitment Office, Atlanta, GA (RPCV Ecuador 1979-1981)
- National Peace Corps Association: Anne Baker, Vice President (RPCV Fiji 1985-1987)
- First Coast Returned Peace Corps Volunteers: Michael Fackler, President (RPCV Poland 1996-1998)
We are pleased to offer three workshops:
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Workshop: Bringing the World Back Home through Global Education
Description: The "third goal" of Peace Corps is to educate people in the United States about the countries and cultures that Volunteers have experienced. During this workshop, you'll have the opportunity to hear of free resources that support the efforts of educators, returned Peace Corps volunteers and others to bring the world back home to classrooms and communities. Learn about the different ways in which you can become engaged in a variety of global education activities, whether you're a returned Volunteer, an educator, or just interested in getting involved.
Presenters:
- Anne Baker, Vice President, National Peace Corps Association (RPCV Fiji 1985-1987)
- Helen Covington, Social Studies Teacher, Mandarin High School (RPCV Tunisia 1977-1979)
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Workshop: Peace Corps Recruiter Chat
Description: Let returned Peace Corps volunteers inspire you to make a difference as they share stories and photos from their services abroad. This workshop, facilitated by Recruiter Dwan Adams (RPCV Mongolia 2007-2009), is for anyone interested in becoming a Peace Corps volunteer. Returned volunteers and Peace Corps recruiters will answer questions about life abroad, the application process, eligibility requirements and benefits of service. Family and friends are also welcome to attend.
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Workshop: The Peace Corps Experience: Shaping Lives and Careers
Description: There are many inspiring ways in which returned Peace Corps Volunteers continue to serve even beyond their work in the Peace Corps. The presenters at this workshop are individuals who have dedicated their lives to service. Join us to hear about their experiences and challenges, and to participate in a discussion and celebration of all that we do and how we can support service in our own communities and around the world. Come with your stories, questions and ideas--this workshop will be an opportunity to network and find inspiration.
Panelists:
- Chair: Michael Fackler (RPCV Poland 1996-1998), Associate, Milam Howard Nicandri Dees & Gillam, P.A.
- Ellen Siler (RPCV Jamaica 1971-1973), CEO, Hubbard House
- Sara Dougherty (RPCV Kenya 2007-2008), Director Development, Sulzbacher Center
- Leo Alonso (RPCV Honduras 1982-1984), Director, Emergency Medicine, Orange Park Medical Center
- Rosemary Takacs Mobley (RPCV Paraguay 1988-1990), Internal Audit, JEA
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“Around the World” Exhibits
Hear firsthand from Returned Peace Corps Volunteers about their experiences and projects in the following countries:
- Bulgaria: Mary White (2005-2007)
- Colombia: David and Bernadette Miron (1963-1965)
- Costa Rica: Katie Kreichelt (2004-2006)
- Fiji: Laura Byres (1985-1987)
- Honduras: Leo & Reagan Alonso (1981-1983)
- Kenya: Sara Dougherty (2007-2008)
- Liberia: Joan Lipp (1990-1992)
- Panama: Steve Orr (1964-1966)
- Paraguay: Rosemary Takacs Mobley (1988-1990)
- Philippines: Larry Gordon (1973-1975)
- Togo: Joan Lipp (1990-1992)
- Tunisia: Helen Covington (1977-1979)
Please assist us in our planning by registering here.
Stan Meisler will be talking about his new book, just published, When the World Calls: The Inside Story of the Peace Corps and Its First Fifty Years at Politics and Prose at 5015 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, DC.
A local gathering at a favorite Columbia restaurant for aspiring and interested people to connect with Returned Peace Corps Volunteers and learn more about the program.
Hunter Gatherer
900 Main Street
Columbia, SC 29201
