The 2024 Alfie Scholars Junior Conference took place on August 30, 2024.

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Schedule
2024
Friday, August 30th
10:00 AM

2024 Alfie Scholars Junior Conference Program

Seattle University

10:00 AM - 3:30 PM

10:00 AM

Welcome

Paula Lustbader, Seattle University

10:00 AM - 10:20 AM

10:20 AM

The Impact of Political Corruption in Madagascar: Understanding and Addressing Systemic Challenges

Didier Randrianandrasana, Seattle University

10:20 AM - 10:40 AM

10:40 AM

Education Equity and Access in the Democratic Republic of Congo

Joyce Diakubama, Seattle University

10:40 AM - 11:00 AM

11:00 AM

Balancing Survival and Sustainability: Addressing Environmental Justice in the Democratic Republic of Congo

Stephanie Nehema, Seattle University

11:00 AM - 11:20 AM

11:40 AM

From Exclusion to Empowerment: Why Inclusive Curriculum Is Necessary in Modern Education

Zoporah Jones, Seattle University

11:40 AM - 12:00 PM

12:00 PM

Addressing Inequities: The Struggle for Quality Education and Life for Disabled and Marginalized Youth

Amy Nguyen, Seattle University

12:00 PM - 12:20 PM

1:00 PM

The Negative Media Portrayal of Black Men in America: The Impact of Negative Narratives and Stereotyping on Society

Ahmed Abdullah, Seattle University

1:00 PM - 1:20 PM

1:20 PM

Navigating the Pathway: Challenges and Solutions for DACA Recipients Seeking Citizenship

Sandra Hernandez, Seattle University

1:20 PM - 1:40 PM

1:40 PM

Breaking Barriers: Seeing the Importance of Eye Care and Addressing Eye Health Challenges

Marvin Espino, Seattle University

1:40 PM - 2:00 PM

2:15 PM

Black Maternal Health Crisis: Elevating Black Voices and Reframing Patient-Clinician Relationships

Morgan McKibbin, Seattle University

2:15 PM - 2:35 PM

2:35 PM

Racial Disparities in Maternal Health: Learning More About the Complex Crisis of Black Maternal Mortality

Ayleah Bowser, Seattle University

2:35 PM - 3:00 PM

3:00 PM

Closing

Paula Lustbader, Seattle University

3:00 PM - 3:30 PM