Lunch with the League
The Oak Ridge League of Women Voters will host a series of free, public “Lunch with the League” programs this spring, featuring speakers on education, government, workforce development and public policy.
The sessions are educational and informational, with diverse speakers addressing timely community issues.
Upcoming
programs include:
• Feb. 3
Teresa Duncan, vice president of workforce and community development at Roane State Community College, will discuss workforce education and the region’s role in the nuclear renaissance.
Duncan also serves as lead nuclear workforce strategist for the Tennessee Board of Regents.
Her presentation will focus on new and emerging nuclear-related companies in Oak Ridge, workforce initiatives at Roane State, and supporting certifications tied to the industry.
• Feb. 17
Dr. Meghan Conley, associate professor of practice at University of Tennessee, Knoxville, will present on immigration in Tennessee. Conley’s work centers on Latinx migration, immigration enforcement and applied sociology. She is also director of community partnerships and a founding member of Allies of Knoxville’s Immigrant Neighbors.
• March 17
Randy Hemann, city manager of the City of Oak Ridge, will present “State of the City of Oak Ridge.”
Hemann will address city initiatives, financial stability, challenges, future priorities and the impact of the nuclear renaissance.
• April 7
Dave Clark, district attorney general for Tennessee’s 7th Judicial District, will discuss “All Things Considered in Anderson County.” Clark will outline the role of the district attorney’s office, court systems, public safety issues and current topics affecting the county.
Topic subject to confirmation.
