National Urban Extension Leaders North Central Region Conference 2023 |
Tuesday, June 6 - Wednesday, June 7: Steering Committee Meeting
Wednesday, June 7 - Friday, June 9: Regional Conference
Madison, Wisconsin
Join your urban Extension colleagues for the North Central Regional Conference and the biannual meeting of the NUEL Steering Committee! The conference provides an opportunity to engage with colleagues from the region and across the country as we advance urban Extension efforts in 2023.
We are pleased to announce inspiring keynotes from Dr. Danielle Y. Hairston Green and Dr. Quentin Tyler.
The conference and steering committee meeting will be held at the Memorial Union on the beautiful University of Wisconsin-Madison campus located in the heart of Madison, Wisconsin.
Join us in Madison, Wisconsin June 6-9. The workshop sessions will be held at Memorial Union. As one of our most beloved and historic destinations on campus, Memorial Union is the place to socialize, relax, study, eat, and enjoy all the beauty Madison has to offer. Since opening its doors in 1928, the Union has offered a variety of social and education activities for UW students, staff, faculty, Wisconsin Union Members and the Madison community. Among its many treasures, the building houses a 1,200 seat theater, the Daily Scoop Ice Cream, Badger Market, Peet's Coffee, Der Rathskeller German-Style Tavern, various art exhibits, and plentiful study space. Situated on the shores of Lake Mendota, the classic architecture of the building boasts a picturesque lakeside view as well as a terrace with 600 colorful sunburst chairs.
Registration is now Closed
Steering Committee Registration: $175
Regional Conference Registration: $195
Please note, if you plan to attend both the Steering Committee meeting and Regional Conference, you must register for both.
A limited number of rooms have been reserved at the following hotels
The Graduate: $189/night plus tax
Click here to make a reservation. Reservations must be made no later than May 15, 2023 to book with the group block.
The Graduate Madison is located just steps from Madison's iconic State Street district's dinning and shopping, and a 5 minute walk from the Memorial Union. The Graduate offers unique amenities near the heart of UW-Madison's campus. Enjoy Camp Trippalindee, a summer camp themed rooftop bar with breathtaking views of the state Capitol and picturesque Lake Mendota, a café serving coffee and all-day breakfast in the lobby, and a 24-hour onsite gym. Enjoy a room design inspired by the lakeshore and college lifestyle complete with cozy beds, workstations, an HD TV, docking stations, and a lounge chair. Valet parking is available, and pets stay free!
Hampton Inn: $169/night plus tax
Click here to book online or call the front desk at (608) 255-0360 and mention the "NUEL Regional Conference" group block name along with the conference dates to ensure you receive the discounted rate. Guestroom blocks will be held until May 6, 2023.
The Hampton Inn & Suites sits blocks from the heart of downtown, Madison, located within walking distance of many great local restaurants and shops and a 10-minute walk from the Memorial Union. Rooms include a 42-inch LCD TV, microwave, a mini-refrigerator, and many additional comfort amenities. Take advantage of the free Wi-Fi and on-site business center to keep you connected. take a swim no matter the season in the indoor pool, and stay in shape in the fitness center. Free hot breakfast is available, or try Basset Street Brunch Club, a local favorite attached to the hotel.
NCR Conference Planning Committee:
| Marlin Bates | Douglas County Extension Director | K-State Research and Extension | batesm@ksu.edu |
| Michelle Cox | Lake & McHenry County Director | University of Illinois Extension | mcx@illinois.edu |
| Nicole Debose | Cuyahoga County Area Leader & Program Director | The Ohio State University Extension | desbose.8@osu.edu |
| Carrie Edgar | Dane County Director | University of Wisconsin-Madison Extension | carrie.edgar@wisc.edu |
| Dwayne James | Extension Engagement Specialist & Field Specialist in Community Development & Director of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion | University of Missouri Extension | jamesdt@missouri.edu |
| Durriyyah Kemp | Assistant Director, Region 1 | University of Illinois Extension | kemp@illinois.edu |
| Nathan Shoaf | Diversified Farming & Food Systems Program Leader Urban Agriculture Specialist | Purdue Extension | nlshoaf@purdue.edu |
University of Wisconsin-Madison Extension local logistics planning team:
| Jerry Braatz | Milwaukee and Waukesha Director | jerold.braatz@wisc.edu |
| Carrie Edgar | Dane County Director | carrie.edgar@wisc.edu |
| Benoy Jacob | Community Development Institute Director | benoy.jacob@wisc.edu |
| Judith Knudsen | Brown, Door and Kewaunee Director | judith.knudsen@wisc.edu |
| Keri Robbins | Event Manager | keri.robbins@wisc.edu |
Website hosted by Memorial Union Conference Management
conferences@union.wisc.edu | 800 Langdon St. | Madison, WI 53706 | (608) 265-6534