Tentative Schedule
The Different Faces of Capital: Investments For A Dynamic Africa
Friday, April 4, 2008
Altschul Auditorium, School of International and Public Affairs,
Columbia University
8:30 – 9.30 am
Registration and Breakfast
9.35 – 9.55 am
Welcome from Incoming SPAN President
Opening Remarks by Dean John Coatsworth, SIPA
10.00 – 10.10 am
Video Preview: “Africa Investment Horizons,” Produced by Carol Pineau
10.15 – 11.45 am
Panel 1 – Educating New Leaders and the Role of African Universities
11.55 – 1.25 pm
Lunch at Teachers College (Directions)
1.35 – 1.45 pm – Remarks by Dr. Mamadou Diouf, Director, Institute of African Studies
1.50 – 3.20 pm
Panel 2 – Capital Change: Market-based Philosophies For Social Good
3.20 – 3.35 pm
Coffee Break
3.40 – 5.10 pm
Panel 3 – Harnessing Natural Resources for Domestic Benefit
5.15 – 5.50 pm
Distinguished Guest Speaker Remarks
First Lady of Tanzania, H.E. Mama Salma Kikwete
5.55 – 6.05 pm
Closing Remarks from Outgoing SPAN President
6.10 – 7.30 pm
Reception & Entertainment – wine & cheese reception and live African music provided by performers from St. Nicks Jazz Pub in Harlem
Location
TBD, Columbia University