Suggested Speakers - Under Consideration
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Maurice Edington, Ph.D.
University President


Maurice D. Edington, Ph.D., is the 10th President of the University of the District of Columbia. He began his tenure in August 2023. Edington brings over 20 years of higher education leadership experience to the University. Dr. Edington is an accomplished scientist, educator, and university administrator with a proven track record of improving student retention and graduation rates. Dr. Edington most recently served as the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Florida A&M University (FAMU), where he guided strategy for vice presidents and other senior administrators to improve institutional outcomes on key performance indicators and sustain operational excellence. Direct reports included the provost and vice president for academic affairs, vice president for student affairs, vice president for research, vice president for strategic planning, director of communications, and executive director of Title III programs.
Dr. Edington previously served as the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs (2018-2022). In that role, he was responsible for all matters pertaining to academic programs, activities, and services in the 14 colleges/schools, including overseeing all institutional and specialized accreditation activities. He managed an annual operating budget of $99 million for 9,200 students and over 500 full-time faculty.
Roslyn Clark Artis, JD, Ed.D.
President and CEO, Benedict College


Dr. Artis was unanimously appointed by the Board of Trustees as the 14th and first woman President of Benedict College on June 30, 2017. Previously, Dr. Artis served as the 13th and first woman President of Florida Memorial University in Miami Gardens, Florida.
Intentional, professional, and thoroughly committed to the proliferation and transformation of colleges and universities that serve underrepresented men and women of color, Dr. Artis’ leadership has been recognized locally and nationally. In 2018, she was named “Female HBCU President of the Year” by HBCU Digest. In 2019, Dr. Artis was named to Diverse Issues in Higher Education’s “Top 35 Leading Women in Higher Education.” That same year, Benedict College was awarded the American Council on Education (ACE) Fidelity Investments Award for Institutional Transformation and recognized as the HBCU of the Year by HBCU Digest. In 2020, Dr. Artis was named “President of the Year” by Higher Ed Dive for her leadership in navigating the unprecedented challenges of 2020. In 2021, President Artis was appointed to the National Advisory Committee on Institutional Quality and Integrity (NACIQI). NACIQI advises the U.S. Secretary of Education on matters concerning accreditation, the Secretary’s recognition process for accrediting agencies, and institutional eligibility for federal student aid, through the Committee’s public meetings. Most recently, in 2022, President Artis was named one of Columbia Business Monthly’s 50 Most Influential people in South Carolina.
Dr. Artis is the Chair of the Presidents’ Advisory Board for Title III Administrators, is a member of the Educational Testing Service (ETS) Presidents’ Advisory Council and is a Member of the Board of Directors for the American Council on Education (ACE). She also serves as a Board Member of CIEE – Council on International Educational Exchange and previously served on the Board for the Forum on Education Abroad. She is the Vice-Chair for the “Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) HBCU/MSI Collaboration” and has been named an “Equity in Energy Ambassador” for the United States Department of Energy. She previously served on the Education Advisory Committee to the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, Jeh Johnson, during the Obama Administration.
Artis has been a trailblazer for much of her life. A prolific speaker, critical thinker, and fierce advocate for educational access. Dr. Artis is frequently engaged as a mentor, lecturer, and catalyst for strategic transformation. She is a widely respected innovator and thought leader on issues of higher education, specifically as it relates to underserved and vulnerable populations, having published countless articles and editorials on topics related to higher education equity and inclusion as well as the complexities associated with leading minority serving institutions. Artis is the founding Co-Chair for the Historically Black College and University Annual Sustainability Summit, which is in its 6th year. She has received more than 300 awards and recognitions locally and nationally for her work.
Dr. Artis is a graduate of Vanderbilt University, where she earned a Doctorate in Higher Education Leadership and Policy. She also holds a Juris Doctorate from West Virginia University College of Law, and her Bachelor of Arts degree in Political science from sister HBCU, West Virginia State University. The consummate professional, Dr. Artis also holds a Certificate of fundraising Management from Indiana University and a Certificate of Mastery in Prior Learning Assessment from DePaul University.


Host Institution - University of the District of Columbia (UDC):  The University of the District of Columbia (UDC) is a public historically black land-grant university in Washington, D.C. It was established in 1851 and is the only public university in the city. UDC is a member school of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund. The full university system offers workforce and certificate programs, in addition to, Associate, Baccalaureate, Master's, professional, and Doctoral degrees. The university's academic schools and programs include the UDC Community College, College of Arts and Sciences, School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, School of Business and Public Administration, Colleges of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability & Environmental Sciences, and David A. Clarke School of Law.
The University operates a flagship campus at Van Ness in the Northwest quadrant of the city with several branch campuses across Washington, DC. Other campuses and sites include the Lamond-Riggs Campus, Congress Heights Campus, aviation facilities (Hangar #2) at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport and the UDC Firebird Farm Research Farm in Beltsville, Maryland.

History

Dennard Plaza at the Van Ness campus. University of the District of Columbia was consolidated on August 1, 1977, with the merger of Teachers College, Federal City College, and Washington Technical Institute. Normal School for Colored Girls

Main article: Normal School for Colored Girls
Myrtilla Miner with six pupils founded the Normal School for Colored Girls against considerable racist opposition. On December 3, 1851, it started operations in a rented room about fourteen feet square, in a frame house then owned and occupied as a dwelling by African American Edward Younger. This was the first normal school in the District of Columbia and the fourth one in the United States.

Myrtilla Miner (1815–1864), founder of the Normal School for Colored Girls in 1851, predecessor to UDCThe school trained young black women to become teachers. Among its benefactors were the Society of Friends, Henry Ward Beecher, and his sister Harriet Beecher Stowe; Stowe donated $1,000 from the sales of her book Uncle Tom's Cabin. Although Mayor Walter Lenox believed that education would make Blacks a "restless population" and local residents formed some mobs in opposition to the school, the school remained open until the Civil War began.[6] Reopened after her death, by 1879 the Normal School for Colored Girls was then known as Miner Normal School. It joined the D.C. public education system.[when?]James Ormond Wilson Normal School

Main article: James Ormond Wilson Normal School
In 1873, Another institution for white girls was established in Washington D.C. in 1913 was named the Washington Normal School, and it was renamed the Wilson Normal School[7]
District of Columbia Teachers College

In 1929, the United States Congress made both schools Miner Normal School and James Ormond Wilson Normal School four-year teachers' colleges and designated Miner Teachers College for African Americans and Wilson Teachers College for white people. On July 1, 1955, following Brown v. Board of Education, the two schools merged into the District of Columbia Teachers College.[8]
Federal City College & Washington Technical Institute

U.S. Senator Wayne Morse of Oregon and Representative Ancher Nelsen of Minnesota sponsored the District of District of Columbia School Reform Act, it was enacted on November 7, 1966, as (Public Law 89-791), which established two additional institutions: $7.24 million (~$52 million in 2023)
  • The Federal City College was created as a four-year liberal arts college. It was originally planned to be a small, selective college of about 700 students. By the time the college opened in 1968, however, admission was open and applications had soared to 6000; students were placed by lottery.[9]
  • The Washington Technical Institute was established as a technical school.
Both institutions were also given land-grant status and awarded a $7.24 million endowment (USD), in lieu of a land grant. The Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MACS) initially accredited the Washington Technical Institute in 1971 and Federal City College in 1974.[10]

University of the District of Columbia

Efforts to unify the D.C. Teachers College, Federal City College, and Washington Technical Institute under a single administrative structure began in earnest after the passage of the District of Columbia Home Rule Act. A merger of the institutions was approved in 1975, and on August 1, 1977, the three institutions were formally consolidated as the University of the District of Columbia, with Lisle C. Carter named its first president. The Council of the District of Columbia later passed legislation merging the District of Columbia School of Law with the University of the District of Columbia in 1996.
Beginning with the 2009–2010 academic year, UDC's programs were split into two separate institutions under an umbrella "university system"-style setup. A new Community College (UDC-CC) assumed UDC's associate's degree, certificate, continuing education, and workforce development programs, while the UDC Flagship campus continued with its bachelor's and graduate degree programs. While UDC-CC maintained an open enrollment policy for entry to its associate degree programs, a high school diploma no longer guaranteed admission into UDC's flagship programs.[11]

*Information compiled by Wikipedia
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Schedule-At-A-Glance
Sunday, June 15   2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
4:00 pm - Until
Executive Committee/Planning Committee
Closed Executive Committee Meeting
Executive & Workshop Planning Committee Meeting
Monday, June 16 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Pre-Conference Workshop (Optional) 
Audience: Pre-Conference Registrants
Pre-Conference Workshops (Optional)
Note: An additional registration cost will apply.


Tuesday, June 17  9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Pre-Conference Workshop (Optional) 
Pre-Conference Workshops Continued
Audience: Pre-Conference Registrants

Lunch (On Your Own)
Afternoon Sessions
-Safe Space - Novice Administrators with 1-3 Years of Experience
-Seasoned Administrators with 4+ Years of Experience
What Are We Doing And Why?
New Title III Administrators Informational Sessions

Wednesday, June 18  9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Audience: All Conference Registrants
Wellness Activity
Continental Breakfast
Opening Plenary/Charles Drew Showcase
Title III Historical Perspective
Lunch (On Your Own)
Networking and Collaboration Meetings
Welcome Reception
Thursday, June 19  9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Audience: All Conference Registrants
Wellness Activity
Continental Breakfast
General and/or Various Sessions
Luncheon
Various Sessions
Group Photo
Association Business Meeting
Friday, June 20 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Audience: All Conference Registrants
Wellness Activity
Continental Breakfast
Closing: Open Dialogue & Feedback Forum
2025 Technical Assistance Workshop
Arlington, Virginia
At-A-Glance Schedule
2025 Pre-Conference Workshops
Hyatt Regency Crystal City at Reagan National Airport
2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA 22202, USA
Location
Date & Time
June 16, 2025, 8:00 AM - June 17, 2025 - 8:00 AM
Uniform Administrative Requirements for Federal Grants: Instructor-led live classroom
Course Description Learn to confidently navigate the Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200) Subparts A–D. This course will help you make sense of this critical and complex grants regulation. Gain an in-depth understanding of how these requirements apply for grantors and grantees across the grant lifecycle. This is a core course in all tracks of the GMCP™.
Intended Audience Anyone who needs to understand the fundamental rules governing Federal assistance will benefit from this course. Participants who completed this course prior to implementation of 2 CFR 200 would benefit from retaking this course to understand the changes.
Course Learning Objectives • Describe the purpose and applicability of the Uniform Guidance • Use 2 CFR 200, Subparts A and B to locate information about general terms and requirements • Use 2 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 200, Subpart C to identify the pre-award requirements for federal agencies and describe how they affect recipients and subrecipients • Use 2 CFR 200, Subpart D to identify the post-award requirements for federal agencies and describe how they affect recipients and subrecipients • Apply the administrative requirements found in the Uniform Guidance


Financial Administration of Federal Grants for Recipients
Overview
Gain experience identifying financial requirements for federal awards, preparing financial reports, and conducting desk reviews to meet complex fiscal obligations throughout the grant lifecycle. This is an elective course in the Pass-Through and Recipient tracks of the GMCP™.
Course Topics
Federal Requirements and Your Financial Management System
  • Impact Before, During, and After the Award
  • The Uniform Administrative Requirements
  • Cost Principles
  • Statutory and Programmatic Requirements
  • Exercise: Examining a Federal Award Agreement
Pre-award Considerations
  • Elements of the Financial Management System
  • The Chart of Accounts
Revenue and Income
  • Payments and Drawdowns
  • Program Income
  • Cost Sharing
  • Exercise: Calculating Cost Share and Program Income
Handling Project Costs
  • Understanding the Cost Principles
  • Charging Pre-award Costs
  • Charging Direct Costs
  • Indirect Costs
  • Salaries and Wages
  • Exercise: Allocating and Charging Trip Costs
Reporting and Using Financial Information
  • Financial Reporting
  • Using Financial Reports to Monitor Grants
  • Prior Approvals and Changes in Project Scope or Budget
  • Exercise: Reviewing and Approving Project Costs
Closing Out the Grant
  • What Is Grant Closeout?
  • Property Disposition
  • Filing the Final Financial Reports
  • Settling the Account
  • Exercise: Property Disposition
Applying Lessons Learned: Preparing for Third-Party Reviews
  • Who Evaluates and When
  • Desk Reviews and Site Visits
  • Audits of Federal Awards
  • Resolving Audit Findings
  • Capstone Exercise: Conducting a Desk Review

Six Sigma – White Belt

Lean Six Sigma White Belt
White Belt — Gain a fundamental understanding of Lean Six Sigma
Lean Six Sigma White Belt training is the first step in the Lean Six Sigma process. As it is the foremost step, 6Sigma.us’ White Belt training provides an all-around knowledge of Six Sigma roadmaps and Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. With this course, you’ll have a basic understanding of Six Sigma processes, Lean and Six Sigma concepts, and ideologies. You will be able to understand concepts that involve process improvement, variability reduction, improvement process performance, and the various roles that team members play.

Course Outline – Lean Six Sigma White Belt

Our White Belt course covers the following topics:
  • Lean Six Sigma Program Overview
  • Define Phase
  • Lean Six Sigma Deployment

White Belt is your first step in process improvement. It’s an exciting first step that opens doors to a world of process improvement and organizational efficiency.
A Lean Six Sigma White Belt is the entry-level certification in the Lean Six Sigma methodology. It’s designed to provide a fundamental understanding of the core principles and basic tools used in process improvement. White Belts play a crucial role in creating a culture of continuous improvement within an organization.
White Belts are typically team members who support project initiatives led by Green and Black Belts. They act as the eyes and ears on the ground, identifying potential areas for improvement in their day-to-day work. This grassroots involvement is essential for the success of any Lean Six Sigma program.
Core Concepts Covered in White Belt Training
When you embark on your Lean Six Sigma white belt training journey, you’ll be introduced to several fundamental concepts:
  1. Introduction to Lean Six Sigma principles: You’ll learn about the history and philosophy behind Lean and Six Sigma, and how they combine to create a powerful methodology for process improvement.
  2. Basic problem-solving tools: We’ll introduce you to simple yet effective tools like the 5 Whys, Pareto charts, and process mapping.

  3. Understanding of DMAIC methodology: You’ll get an overview of the Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control (DMAIC) process, which is the backbone of Six Sigma projects.
One of the best aspects of the White Belt certification is that there are no prerequisites. It’s ideal for beginners and those curious about Lean Six Sigma. Professionals from various backgrounds – from manufacturing floor workers to C-suite executives – benefit from this foundational knowledge.
This White Belt certification is the foundation for further Six Sigma education!
The Benefits of a Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certification
Obtaining a Lean Six Sigma white belt certification can significantly boost your career prospects. Here’s how:
  1. Enhanced problem-solving skills: The White Belt training equips you with fundamental tools to identify and solve problems efficiently. Professionals apply these skills to streamline their daily tasks and become more valuable to their teams.
  2. Increased employability: In today’s competitive job market, a Lean Six Sigma white belt certification sets you apart. Many of my clients, including Fortune 500 companies, actively seek candidates with Lean Six Sigma knowledge.
  3. Preparation for higher belt levels: The White Belt is your first step towards becoming a Yellow, Green, or even a Black Belt. It lays the foundation for more advanced Six Sigma concepts and methodologies.


Conference Location
Your stay at our hotel in Arlington’s Crystal City neighborhood offers easy access to Washington, D.C. and complimentary shuttle service to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Enjoy stunning views of the nation’s monuments from our rooftop event space, plus easy access to Crystal City Metro Station and all that National Landing has to offer. Our hotel is located near Arlington National Cemetery, National Landing and Pentagon City shopping and dining. With an outdoor pool and Crystal City’s largest meeting space, our hotel offers the perfect destination for work or play.


Sponsorship Opportunities are Available
Sponsorship Opportunities  are available
News & Information
The University of the District of Columbia is historic and modern, all at the same time. Public higher education in the District is rooted in the school for “colored girls” that Myrtilla Miner founded in 1851 in Washington, D.C., which came to be called the Miner Normal School. Washington Normal School, a school for white girls established in 1873, was renamed Wilson Normal School in 1913, after James O. Wilson, Washington’s first superintendent of public schools. In 1929, Congress enacted a statute that converted both normal schools into four-year teachers colleges. For several years, Miner Teachers College and Wilson Teachers College were the only institutions of public higher education in the city. After the landmark U.S. Supreme Court school desegregation decision, Brown v. Board of Education (U.S. 1954), the two colleges merged in 1955 to form the District of Columbia Teachers College. Over the next decade, D.C. residents petitioned for an expansion of higher education that would provide training for careers other than teaching. In 1966, Congress enacted the District of Columbia Public Education Act, which established Federal City College and Washington Technical Institute.

Although these schools were still very new, many Washingtonians continued to advocate for a comprehensive university. The City Council authorized the consolidation of the three schools, and in 1976, began the monumental task of creating a new University of the District of Columbia. In 1977, under President Carter’s leadership, UDC began consolidating its academic programs. These efforts culminated in the establishment of five colleges: Business and Public Management; Education and Human Ecology; Liberal and Fine Arts; Life Sciences; Physical Science, Engineering, and Technology; and University College and Continuing Education.

UDC continues to transform itself over time to meet the changing needs of its students and the community. The University currently offers 81 undergraduate and graduate academic degree programs through the following colleges and schools: College of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability and Environmental Sciences (CAUSES); College of Arts and Sciences (CAS); School of Business and Public Administration (SBPA); School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS); the Community College and David A. Clarke School of Law.


Join us for a Welcome Reception   6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Wednesday, June 18
Join us for our annual Welcome Reception, which will be held on the CHESAPEAKE VIEW-Rooftop. Food, refreshments, and entertainment will be provided. Also, take this time to catch up with fellow Title III colleagues.

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