NCBAA NORTHEAST 2025 REGIONAL CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

Check-in

Welcome to Maryland and Morgan State University

• Dr. Calvin Ball, County Executive, Howard County Maryland

NCBAA-NE Region Welcome Address

• Dr. LaVon Williams, NCBAA Northeast Region President

Libation & Memoriam

• Mary Coleman, Vice President of Administration and Finance (Retired), Guttman Community College

Equity and Artificial Intelligence

Presenters will explore the crucial intersection of Equity and AI. We will also explore the systemic barriers that often hinder access to quality education and the role community colleges play in bridging these gaps. Presenters will examine the potential biases and pitfalls that can arise when implementing AI systems and discuss strategies for mitigating them.

Lunch & Dissertation of the Year Award Presentation

Presented by Dr. Debbie Peoples, 2016 Recipient

Rising Scholars in Morgan State University Community College Research

Introduction by Dr. Leslie Jackson, Baltimore City Community College

Legislative Update Fireside Chat

David Baime, American Association of Community Colleges

Moderated by Dr. G. Duncan Harris, CEO, Capital Community College

Networking Roundtable Discussions
The Affinity Group/Networking Roundtable Discussions feature two rounds, giving participants multiple opportunities to engage deeply on a specific topic. This format ensures that you can have meaningful conversations, build connections, and share insights across different perspectives, all while fostering an inclusive environment for collaboration and growth.

Roundtable 4 | ROOM: 206
Employing Restorative Wellness Practices for Healing Racially Marginalized Communities to not just Survive, but to Strive and Unify

Facilitated by: Dr. Kelvin Cooper, Bronx Community College

Reception @ Delta Hotels Marriott

Delta Hotels lobby
The Village of Cross Keys
5100 Falls Rd, Baltimore, MD 21210

Dinner/On Your Own

Friday, March 21, 2025:

Welcome

• Dr. LaVon Williams, President NCBAA Northeast Region

Melanin, Money, & Matriculation

With the rapid pace of change coming from the nation’s capital, financial repercussions are likely to be felt by every institution and every student. This session will examine the financial landscape for community college students and provide insights for campus-based personnel to cultivate a high ROI (return on investment) environment for today’s student.

Presidents Panel

• Dr. Theresa Felder, President of Harford Community College
• Dr. Jermaine Williams, President of Montgomery College
• Dr. Daria Willis, President of Howard Community College

Moderated by Dr. Barbara Gaba, President of Atlantic Cape Community College

Lunch & NCBAA-NE Region Conference Closing Remarks