The Judge Alexander Williams, Jr. Center for Education, Justice & Ethics invites you to join us for the 8th Annual Judge Alexander Williams, Jr. Lecture on Thursday, November 12, 2026, from 5:30–8:00 p.m. at The Hotel at The University of Maryland.
This year’s lecture, “Beyond the Classroom: Housing, Technology, and Educational Equity,” will examine how economic instability, policy changes, and technological disparities are contributing to growing educational inequities.
Featured Speakers
Dean for Technology Law Programs and Professor of Law from Practice, New York Law School
Former Montgomery County Executive and Chair of the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Accountability and Implementation Board
Assistant Professor, School of Social Work, Morgan State University; Research Council Member, National Alliance to End Homelessness
Sponsorship Opportunities Available
Support the Judge AW Center and help advance conversations surrounding education, justice, equity, and opportunity. Sponsorship opportunities are available at several levels, including:
- Visionary Circle — $50,000
- Thought Leader — $20,000
- Change Agent — $10,000
- Organizer — $5,000
- Champion — $1,000
- Friends — $500
Sponsorship benefits include event and website recognition, program advertising, social media recognition, event acknowledgments, and reserved seating. Benefits vary by sponsorship level. Any donation amount is greatly appreciated.
For sponsorship information, please contact Karen Bond at kybond [at] umd.edu.
