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Morning Workshops
A. Consumer Savvy
When you buy that new cell phone, are you signing your life
away? Does the law protect you from unscrupulous salespeople,
or are you on your own? At this workshop, learn the importance
of fine print and practical consumer knowledge that can
help you avoid being the victim of a bad deal. Presenter:
Jan Margosian
B. Cops and You: Do You Have an Attitude?
Imagine that you are approached by a police officer. It
could be at home, school, the mall, in your car, or elsewhere. Does
your attitude work against you? Should it? Get
the inside scoop from a police officer in this popular workshop.
Presenters: Officer Charles Lovell and Brandon Thompson
C. Drugs: Legal and Illegal Abuse
What’s the difference between a drug you buy on the
street and a drug your doctor gives you? Does a prescription
make a drug safe? Learn how addictive various drugs are,
legal issues surrounding their use, and what happens when
you use or abuse them. Presenter: Chris
O’Connor
D. Military Enlistment: Read the Contract Carefully
Enlistment promises leadership training, money for college,
and job skills, but are there things your recruiter is
not telling you? In this workshop, learn more about the
obligations of enlisting and what the fine print really
means. Presenters: Steven Goldberg and Ashlee Albies
E. Date Rape: When No Means No
Date rape is a serious crime with serious consequences. Five
years and ten months is the mandatory sentence for date rape. Young
people need to know what the boundaries are and how to respect
them. Attend this session to learn about the legal
issues surrounding date rape. Presenter: David McDonald
F. Talking About Racism
Dr. Cornel West once said “that a profound hatred of
African people…sits at the center of American civilization.” This
session considers how race and racism shape societal relations
in the U.S. today. Students will learn about the impact
of racial hierarchies on our lives as citizens and neighbors. Presenter:
Melvin Oden Orr
G. Welcome to Juvenile Court: Straight from Juvenile Court
Judges
How do juvenile court judges make decisions about children
in foster care? How do they decide whether to send a juvenile
offender to a youth correctional facility or to impose probation?
Juvenile court judges make these and other tough decisions
every day. In this workshop, learn about what goes into these
decisions from two renowned juvenile court judges. Presenters:
Hon. Kirsten Thompson and Hon. Betsy Welch
H. ADA: Should Obesity and Diabetes be protected?
With the rising rates of obesity and illnesses associated
with it, should obesity be included as a disability under
the Americans with Disabilities Act? To what extent should
morbidly obese persons be protected from discrimination?
Presenters: TBD
I. Alcohol: Driving, Parties, and MIPs
Is it really such a big deal to have that beer at your friend’s
party? Find out how drinking now could spoil the party later.
This workshop will tell you about the law and how it is applied
to minors who use alcohol. Presenters: TBD |
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Afternoon Workshops
J. Discrimination and Personal Adornment: Rights in the
Workplace
Piercings, tattoos, low-ride pants, and hair gel can make
you look cool in the hallways of your school, but your look
can put your job prospects in jeopardy. In this workshop,
learn about your rights of self-expression and the scope
of workplace policies and laws governing appearance. Presenter:
Alan Lave
K. CSI: The World of Forensics
How to catch a criminal — Learn from an Oregon forensics
expert the amazing and sometimes shocking methods that can
make a corpse the principal witness in an investigation.
This session is not for the squeamish. Presenter: Jeff
Mayer
L. Gangs and the Law
What does it mean to be in a gang? Come to this session to
learn about the consequences of gang membership and affiliation,
as well as strategies to avoid gang activities. Presenters:
Tonya Dickens and Ron Macias
M. Global Warming and What You Can Do
A recent study from the United Nations has provided conclusive
evidence that global warming is linked to human activity. In
this workshop, find out what you can do to turn this “inconvenient” proof
into steps to lessen the impact of your carbon footprint. Presenters:
Alison LaPlante and Nat Parker
N. Reproductive to Custody Rights: Babies Babies Babies
From womb to personal baby boom, everyone has a right to
his or her body and family. Learn about your rights and
potential threats to them, as well as the issues surrounding
the government’s role in childbirth and child rearing.
Presenter: Marina MacMichael
O. Student Rights
Don’t want to dissect a frog in science class? Feel
threatened by random searches of your car, locker, or personal
possessions? The Constitution and the law do protect you.
Learn what this does and doesn’t mean as it relates
to where authority ends and your rights begin in school. Presenter:
Mary Skjelset
P. Immigration
The United States has been described as “a nation of
immigrants,” so it’s no surprise that immigration
itself has become an increasingly hot button issue. From
concerns about border security to the vitality of the national
economy, this topic has become a mainstay of the American
conversation. Come to this workshop to learn more about
this issue’s subtleties and join in the discussion. Presenter:
Sue Rossiter
Q. Sexual Harassment: From School to the Workplace
Sexual harassment is serious and can be very damaging. Both
men and women are protected from sexual harassment. Learn
about the types of sexual harassment, how to identify them,
and how to protect yourself. Presenters: TBD
R. Equal Rights and Sexual Orientation
Can who you love make you different in the eyes of the law?
Should gay, lesbian, and transgendered persons have the
same rights as heterosexuals? Should sexual orientation
be included in anti-discrimination policies? What are the
issues surrounding same-sex marriage or domestic partnership
registration? Learn about the many legal issues surrounding
the GLBT community and what they mean to America as a whole.
Presenter: Emilie Edling |
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