As the World Changes
9:30-10:30 a.m.
Presidents’ Hall

Speaker: William Davnie, Retired Foreign Service Officer

Russia’s claims on Ukraine, along with China’s in the South China Sea, demonstrate that the United States’ goal of a rules-based international system, where spheres on influence no longer exist, remains out of reach. Retired diplomat, Davnie, who has served in both regions, will discuss the changes in the United States foreign policy approaches since the end of the Cold War and how a multi-polar world is confounding our plans.

Applications and Literacies for 21st Century Living
10:45-11:45 a.m.
Presidents’ Hall

Speaker: Trent M. Kays, Writer, Teacher and Internet Researcher, University of Minnesota

Practical applications relevant to women and contemporary society will be explored and discussed. Such apps, literacies, and digital tools include both cell phone and web technologies. Issues of privacy and protection will be discussed.

Luncheon
12-1:15 p.m.

Luncheon Hostess: Georgia Wiebe
Guest Hostess: Vicki Dunn
Headlines – Fellowships Room
House Management – Association Room
Nominating – Porch
Technology – Minneapolis Room

Behind the Scenes with AAUW Marionettes
1:15-2:15 p.m.
Presidents’ Hall

Presenters: Members of the AAUW Marionette Troupe

The AAUW Minneapolis Marionette Troupe was founded during the Presidency of Florence Kruse, 196668. We now have over 100 marionettes (stringed puppets) and hundreds of shadow puppets. Almost all of them were hand-made by our members. Thousands of children and adults have seen and participated in our shows. We have even done Marionette shows for AAUW National Conventions. Today, we’ll start with a Marionette Fashion Show Parade – and that’s only the beginning! Come and see!