Tonight we address a topic that many have heard about but few know its prevalence in our society. Human Trafficking has been described as modern-day slavery and in the Midwest we are certainly not immune. This evening our guests give us an inside look presenting the problems but also recommending solutions. Tonight39s Guests Thomas Gutteridge Senior Vice Provost and Interim Dean of the College of Social Justice and Human Service at The University of Toledo His research and teaching interests include career development human resources management and laborindustrial relations. He has been published many times in these areas. Celia Williamson. Professor of social work and Director of the Human Trafficking and Social Justice Institute at The University of Toledo. And later in our program Teresa Fedor will join us. Representative Fedorrsquos work in the Ohio House of Representatives includes a penalty enhancement for human trafficking and creating a task force to study the problem.

Putting a price tag on higher education is a difficult task. Throughout the country universities and colleges are under a microscope when it comes to funding. Federal and state governments are contributing different amounts to higher education and the debate on this trend is at an all-time high. Joining this evening is co-host Bill McMillen former vice president for Government Relations at The University of Toledo. Tonightrsquos guests Doug Lederman co-editor and co-founder of Inside Higher Ed Daniel Hurley Incoming Chief Executive Officer of the Presidents Council State Universities of Michigan And Michael Mitchell Policy Analyst with the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities

As colleges and universities across the United States strive to increase enrollment year after year recruitment and admission of students is essential. This is true whether itrsquos in the backyard of an institution a couple hoursrsquo drive away or on an international stage. International recruiting has increased significantly in the last few years within higher education. Students from around the globe bring diversity a global perspective and a strong economic impact to a University campus. Admissions offices often have a unique team of staff to focus just on international students. Finding ways to push out information about an institution and get student commitments from around the globe can be challenging. Tonightrsquos guests include Mr. Mark Schroeder is the Director of International Admissions at the University of Toledo Mr. Lewis Cardenas Dean of International Enrollment at Saint Peterrsquos University Ms. Jennifer Brook Director of International Student Recruitment and Marketing at Foothill and De Anza Community Colleges Mr. Lou Greenwald Director of University Relations at KIC UnivAssist

Athletic training and sports medicine play an essential role within college athletics. Student athletes rely on the experience and knowledge of their training team to prepare before during and after the season physically and mentally. Athletic trainers and physicians often work together to map out the best course of treatment needed for a team or individual and also blend their talents to team up with academic programs to help foster careers of aspiring sports medicine professionals. The integration creates an environment optimal for experiential learning. Tonight we will speak with four guests who all have many years of experience both in teaching and practicing athletic training and sports medicine. Brian Jones Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine at the University of Toledo will join me as my cohost. Brian has over 18 years of athletic training and sports medicine experience. He has been an vital part of the University of Toledo Sports Medicine program. Tonightrsquos guests include Rex Sharp Associate Athletic Director for Sports Medicine at the University of Missouri Dr. Sally Nogle Head Athletic Trainer at Michigan State University Dr. Chris Ingersoll Professor and Dean of the University of Toledo College of Health Sciences Dr. Roger Kruse a board certified family and sports medicine physician in Toledo OH

Landing a job directly out of college can be a daunting task. New graduates are faced with competition across the country from experienced professionals and classmates as they go for open positions. Preparation throughout their undergraduate career has become a key to landing that pivotal first job. Internships co-ops and portfolio building are all ways students can get ahead of their competitors and network their way to a full-time position. On tonightrsquos show I will speak with four guests who are familiar with the importance of internships and experience building before graduation. My cohost for this evening is Mary-Bec Gwyn Associate Vice President for Branding and Creative Services at the University of Toledo. Tonightrsquos guests include Ms. Kate Lemiesz pronounced Lem-ish Recruiting Team Leader for Quicken Loans Mr. James Aponte pronounced Apon-TAY junior student in the film program in the College of Communications and the Arts at the University of Toledo Dr. Brian Randolph Executive Associate Dean of Engineering Academic Affairs at the University of Toledo Ms. Wendy Pittman National Director of WorkFountain at Digerati Inc.

Athletics is often considered the 39front door to a university39 within higher education. It plays a role in recruitment enrollment and is the ultimate ambassador of the brand of a university. Television deals merchandise sales and the ultimate fan experience all make college football a force unlike any other. Tonight we will speak to four guests about current happenings within Division I college football and the impact it is having at universities and around the country. Mr. Michael O39Brien Vice President and Director of Athletics at the University of Toledo as the cohost. Mr. O39Brien has worked in athletic administration for almost 30 years and has spent the last 13 as the head of the Toledo Rockets Athletic Department.

In order to keep up with trends in the business world Colleges of Business are constantly changing and adapting. They house the next great leaders in the field of sales management and accounting and are preparing students for careers throughout the world. The support from the alumni and community has become an importance resource for both Colleges of Business and the graduates. On tonightrsquos show we will speak with four guests who will discuss emerging trends within colleges of business the process behind hiring graduates and exciting programs allowing students to work with corporate partners and gain valuable research experience while in the classroom. Tonightrsquos guests are Dr. Gary Insch Dean of the University of Toledorsquos College of Business and Innovation Tony Moore Talent Acquisition Supervisor at the Marathon Petroleum Corporation Jeff Webster and Danielle DeLuca Corporate Partner Managers at the Detroit Lions Sanjay Gupta Acting Dean and Russell Palmer Endowed Professor of Accounting at Michigan State Universityrsquos Eli Broad College of Business

As the growth of minority owned businesses continue to increase so do the challenges and resources needed for success. Minority owners are now looking towards development centers and agency funding to help grow their business and network within the community. Colleges and Universities across the country are often the best place for minority businesses to find the help they need. For tonightrsquos show we have four guests who are leaders in the area of minority business development and ownership. Tonightrsquos guests are Dr. Shanda Gore Associate Vice President for Equity Diversity and Community Engagement and Chief Diversity Officer at the University of Toledo Gary Johnson President and CEO of American Floors and Interiors in Toledo OH Tarolyn Buckles President and CEO of Onyx Enterprise Inc. in Detroit MI Louis Green CEO of the Michigan Minority Supplier Development Council

Colleges and Universities have long been identified as institutions of higher education providing students with opportunities for the future. They also function as a platform of economic development including innovative ways to help entrepreneurs through business incubation. For tonightrsquos show we have four guests who are heavily involved in type of work and provide guidance and resources for young startups. Tonightrsquos guests are Molly Reams Thompson Director of the LaunchPad Incubation Program at UT Tom Burden Founder of Grypshon and UT LaunchPad Incubation Tenant Brad Hoos Founder of Grand Circus- a technology and entrepreneurship education company in downtown Detroit. And Jen Simon Director of the Innovation Center at Ohio University

Visual Literacy is the ability to interpret negotiate and make meaning from information presented in the form of an image. Tonight I have invited four guests in an attempt to define it further as The Toledo Museum of Art prepares to host the 74th Annual International Visual Literacy Conference. Tonightrsquos guests are Adam Levine Mellon Fellow at the Toledo Museum of Art Debra Davis Dean of the College of Communication and the Arts Nick Sousanis Keynote Lecturer at the 2014 International Visual Literacy Conference held at the Toledo Museum of Art And Roy Schneider Manager and Medical Illustrator at The University of Toledorsquos Interprofessional Immersive Simulation Center