Booth Education Group (Boothed)

Welcome to Booth's Education Industry Group

About BoothEd

BoothEd's mission is to further the professional and personal interests of Booth students in the education sector. BoothEd equips our members with the knowledge, skills, and experiences necessary to make an impact in the education sector. We do this by supporting the career searches of students in the education industry; raising awareness of opportunities and challenges in the blossoming education technology space; hosting an annual conference with speakers who work in the education sector; and supporting other events that address topics at the intersection of business and education. The group's scope spans charter school management organizations; ed-tech; education venture funds and incubators; traditional public school districts; education-related publishing and content providers; tutoring and test-prep organizations; higher education; education focused foundations; for-profit education companies; and education service providers.

In 2023 - 2024, BoothEd hopes to have a particular focus on the Education Technology industry and address the following four focus areas.

Focus Areas:

1. Education Awareness

What are the most prescient issues? How did they come to be? What efforts are being made to rectify these issues? What are the emerging trends?

2. Careers in Education post-MBA & Networking with Employers

What job opportunities are available to MBAs in the education field in teh short term and long term?

3. Volunteering in Chicago

What partnerships and volunteer opportunities with the greater Chicago education community are available to Boothies?

4. Community

Do Boothies have a community they can reach out to about the education space?

Membership Benefits

BoothEd equips our members with the knowledge, skills, and experiences necessary to make an impact in the education sector. Membership includes the following:

-career search support for students in the education industry

-opportunities to lead and participate in career-related treks

-first-year leadership opportunities

-discounted tickets to our annual education conference

-educational events that address topics at the intersection of business and education

-social events for students with a shared passion for education

-connections across the full-time, evening and weekend programs

Open to All Boothies (FT and E/W)

BoothEd welcomes students from the full time as well as evening and weekend programs to attend all programming.

Fill Out Our Programming Survey for 23-24!

Co-Chairs will review this to determine what events we put on for this school year so they match our membership interests: https://forms.gle/cbf7K5y5Yp1ghuWG8

Platinum Sponsor for 2023-2024

UPCOMING EVENTS.

Mar 29, 2024 11:30am - 6:00pm

2024 Chicago Booth Education Management Conference

Overview The University of Chicago Booth School of Business is hosting the fifth Chicago Booth Education Management Conference, a critical convening of education leaders, professionals, and graduate students. The Conference is an opportunity for students and professionals alike to delve into current challenges and exciting trends in education, engage with emerging and ongoing academic research, and apply innovative business management principles to the education space. Through panels, workshops, keynotes, and networking conversations, we seek to create a forum for leaders to connect and transform the education landscape in Chicago and beyond. 2024 Chicago Booth Education Management Conference - Equity Redefined: Inclusive Innovation in Education As educational paradigms shift towards more inclusive and equitable practices, "Equity Redefined: Inclusive Innovation in Education" emerges as a crucial gathering for educators, businesspeople, policymakers, and students. This conference is dedicated to exploring how innovative solutions can bridge gaps in educational equity, offering all learners access to transformative experiences. It's a platform for those committed to integrating inclusivity with technological progress in educational strategies. Seize the opportunity to interact with pioneers and innovators who are redefining educational standards and practices for the better. Set for March 29, 2024, at the Gleacher Center, this event will highlight key conversations about the role of generative AI in education, the necessity of continuous learning and reskilling, supporting traditional and non-traditional students in higher education, and rethinking school funding to promote fairness. The conference will include an insightful keynote address, the interactive "To&Through Project Workshop: Using Data to Drive Student Outcomes," and sessions aimed at fostering deep discussions, new connections, and steps forward toward a more inclusive and innovative educational landscape. Together, we can redefine equity in education and pave the way for a future where every learner has the tools and opportunities to succeed, making equity not just an ideal, but a reality for every learner. Your ticket includes a catered lunch during our Keynote Address, as well as drinks and hors d'oeuvres during the networking happy hour at the end of the day. Agenda 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM: REGISTRATION 12:00 - 1:00 PM: WELCOME AND KEYNOTE ADDRESS WITH LUNCH Keynote Speaker: William Collins, Chief External Affairs Officer - Surge Institute 1:15 - 2:15 PM: BREAKOUT SESSION 1 1A. Revolutionizing Schools: The AI Impact on Education from K-12 to College This engaging session unites experts from academia, technology, and educational practice to explore the impact of Artificial Intelligence across K-12 and higher education landscapes. Discover how AI is reshaping teaching methods, personalizing learning experiences, and streamlining administrative processes. Engage with our panelists as they discuss the opportunities, ethical considerations, and challenges of integrating AI into education. Whether you're an educator, student, or tech enthusiast, this conversation promises to offer deep insights into the evolving role of AI in shaping the educational paradigms of tomorrow. Nina Wieda, Assistant Professor of Instruction - Northwestern University (Moderator) Samuel Eigen, CTO - Loper Robin Paige, Executive Director - UChicago Center for Teaching and Learning Torsten Reimer, Partnership to make AI generative for higher education and University Librarian and Dean of the University Library - UChicago Lewis Poche, Associate Program Director - Higher Powered Learning, University of Notre Dame | Co-founder - AIthena 1B. Empower & Elevate: Navigating Continuous Learning and Reskilling for All This session presents a multifaceted exploration of the future of education and employment through the lens of post-graduate learning initiatives (certifications, courses, and workshops) and employer talent development. The panel uniquely brings together perspectives from a nonprofit coalition dedicated to reskilling initiatives, a leading bootcamp offering cutting-edge education in today's tech-driven landscape, a professor of economics with a focus on labor, and a nonprofit dedicated to helping employers implement forward-thinking, inclusive talent solutions. Together, these viewpoints shed light on the importance of lifelong learning, the strategies to make education accessible and relevant in the modern economy, and the collaborative efforts needed to ensure opportunities are universally equitable. Aleena Agrawal, Vice President Talent Solutions - P33 Matthew Notowididgo, Professor of Economics - Chicago Booth Joe Deegan, Director, Solutions Design & Delivery - Jobs for the Future Alexandra Terrana, Head of Instruction of U.S. Coding Courses - General Assembly 2:30 - 3:30 PM: BREAKOUT SESSION 2 2A. Supporting College & Nontraditional Students on their Paths to Economic Mobility Kasia Kalata, Managing Director, Communications & Marketing - Braven (Moderator) Kim H. Tran, Chief of Staff - Chicago State University Amy Cisneros, Managing Director, Chicago - Braven Liana Bran, Director of Expansion Strategy - Cara Collective Monica Yoo, Director of National Workforce Solutions - Cara Collective 2B. School Funding and Equity How are schools funded? How are resources allocated to support schools and students who need them most? What is the ‘COVID Funding cliff” and how are districts and schools preparing for the end of federal pandemic funding? How do districts and schools make spending decisions? We’ll explore these questions and more with a panel of education leaders thinking about where money in education comes from and how all stakeholders can advocate for dollars to go where they will have the most impact. Andy Jacob, Senior Director of External Relations - Bellwether (Moderator) Carrie Hahnel, Senior Associate Director - Bellwether Hal Woods, Chief of Policy - Kids First Chicago Mike Sitkowski, Chief Budget Officer - Chicago Public Schools Heather Wendell, Senior Director - Afton 3:45 - 4:45 PM: TO&THROUGH PROJECT WORKSHOP: USING DATA TO DRIVE STUDENT OUTCOMES The how, what, and why of using data to improve outcomes and opportunities for students is more popular now more than ever in education. Come learn from the University of Chicago's To&Through Project on how they make data come to life for educators, policy leaders, and families in this interactive workshop. Dominique McKoy, Associate Director - To&Through Project 4:45 - 6:00 PM: NETWORKING RECEPTION Please see here for parking/validation information: https://professional.uchicago.edu/visit Send an email to BoothEd@lists.chicagobooth.edu for any technical support or questions about the conference.

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Conference

CO-CHAIRS.

Kasia Kalata

Officer

kkalata@ChicagoBooth.edu

Priyanka Acula Srinivasalu

Co-Chair

paculasr@ChicagoBooth.edu

Kavya Sekar

Co-Chair

ksekar@ChicagoBooth.edu

Siri Omene

Co-Chair

aomene@ChicagoBooth.edu

Mary Kircher

Co-Chair

mkircher@ChicagoBooth.edu

Blaise Fairfax

Co-Chair

bfairfax@ChicagoBooth.edu

Athena Saldanha

Co-Chair

asaldanha@ChicagoBooth.edu

Cameron Tapella

Staff Advisor

Cameron.Tapella@chicagobooth.edu