The President's Leadership Series, Western Michigan University

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Fall 2024 Edition

Building Communities: Leadership in Action

Join us for the next session of the President's Leadership Series! This event will feature Trustee James L. Liggins Jr. and will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 30, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the 51¸£ÀûÉç Multicultural Center in the Adrian Trimpe Building, Room 1021 (1003 Ring Road South, Kalamazoo, MI).

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About our guest

Trustee James L. Liggins Jr., a seasoned attorney at Warner Norcross + Judd in Kalamazoo, will share insights on the intersection of legal expertise and community development. With a diverse legal portfolio and a strong commitment to service, Trustee Liggins is deeply rooted in Kalamazoo, where his early educational experiences at 51¸£ÀûÉç's Hands-On Science Training Program inspired his path. Now, as a 51¸£ÀûÉç Trustee, he supports the University’s mission of access and inclusiveness. In addition to his legal work, he serves on several local boards and co-founded Kalamazoo Defender. Trustee Liggins will explore how leadership and legal strategies can enhance community engagement and drive sustainable outcomes.

James L. Liggins Jr.