Subject: On the Point - The Edward M. Kennedy Institute Newsletter
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IN THIS ISSUE
Summer 2015

EVENTS
Across the Aisle
Getting to the Point
Young Leaders Network
Summer Programming

INSTITUTE SPOTLIGHT
Opening Dedication
On the Point
Senate Immersion Module

KENNEDY COMMUNITY
Catching up with our Alumni

THE BOSTON GLOBE
Mitch McConnell praises Edward Kennedy in Boston (https://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2015/05/10/republican-leader-mcconnell-praises-edward-kennedy/6PisQaMWfspXIws3RExwtO/story.html)

THE ECONOMIST
Imitation Games - A mock Senate for kids works better than the real thing (http://www.economist.com/news/united-states/21647999-mock-senate-kids-works-better-real-thing-imitation-games)
THE NEW YORK TIMES
In the bid to inspire faith in the Senate, Kennedy Institute has the floor (http://www.nytimes.com/2015/03/29/us/politics/at-institute-named-for-kennedy-a-replica-senate-worthy-of-webster.html?_r=0)
MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

Friends and supporters, a happy summer from the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate. Welcome to "On The Point," the newsletter detailing all of the happenings here at the Institute.

After years of planning, it is with great pride that on March 31, 2015 we officially opened our doors to the public. We were honored to welcome President Obama, Vice President Biden, and many others for our opening dedication ceremony.

Our opening is the fulfillment of the late Senator Kennedy's dream of creating a unique and interactive experience dedicated to educating the public about the U.S. Senate and its role in our democracy. Featuring a full-scale representation of the U.S. Senate Chamber, classrooms, and interactive exhibits, the Institute is yet another crown jewel for Columbia Point, sitting next door to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum and on the campus of UMass Boston.

With our emphasis on improving civic education and inspiring the next generation of leaders, we could not be opening at a more important time. According to a recent survey, only 36% of Americans can name all three branches of government. The Institute aims to change that. Using our unique Senate Immersion Module, visitors can take on the role of a sitting Senator, debate legislation in the Chamber and work to forge a compromise.

Last month we were honored to welcome Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and New York Times correspondent Jackie Calmes to launch our first public program, Getting to the Point. Today we are proud to announce that Congressman John Lewis will visit the Institute on July 20 for a discussion on the 50th Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act.

It has already been an incredibly busy year for us here at the Institute and we are looking forward to an exciting first summer open to the public. I look forward to welcoming you all to Columbia Point.

With warm regards,

Dr. Jean MacCormack
President of the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate

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EVENTS | get involved
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** UPCOMING EVENTS ()
LAUNCH OF ACROSS THE AISLE
JULY 14 | WASHINGTON DC
A discussion on Criminal Justice Reform with Senators Booker (D-NJ), Cornyn (R-TX), Lee (R-UT) and Whitehouse (D-RI). Presented in conjunction with The Coalition for Public Safety and moderated by Bill Keller.
Details to come >>

** GETTING TO THE POINT WITH
JOHN LEWIS (https://www.emkinstitute.org/about/newsroom/press-releases/gettingtothepointlewis)

JULY 20 | BOSTON, MA
50th Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act: A Perspective and Path forward with Congressman John Lewis.
** Register Here >> (https://docs.google.com/a/emkinstitute.org/forms/d/19JPMY_D_KaxFhXvh_pnz7Z8FuRaVuG_n4EYa901955M/viewform?c=0&w=1)

YOUNG LEADERS NETWORK
SUMMER | WASHINGTON DC, BOSTON, MA
The summer program offers students interning in Congressional Centers and Congressional Offices the opportunity to meet their peers and have thought-provoking discussions with government officials, staff and policy experts.
** Learn More Here >> (https://www.emkinstitute.org/about/newsroom/press-releases/youngleadersnetwork)

SUMMER VISITOR PROGRAMMING
SUMMER |  BOSTON, MA
This summer the Institute is launching new summer programming for young visitors including live recreations of the Senate's Great Debates, and a Junior Senators program that will bring the history of the Senate to life.
** Read More Here >> (https://www.emkinstitute.org/explore-the-institute/dynamic-educational-experiences/kids-and-families)

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** PAST EVENTS ()

LAUNCH OF GETTING TO THE POINT
FEATURING MITCH MCCONNELL
On May 10th the Institute was honored to welcome Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and New York Times correspondent Jackie Calmes to launch our first speaking series, Getting to the Point.
** Watch the Program Here >> (https://www.emkinstitute.org/resources/gttp-mcconnell)

AARP WHITE HOUSE 2015
LISTENING POST
The 2015 White House Conference on Aging hosted its Boston, MA Regional Forum at the Institute last month featuring HHS Secretary Burwell & Sen. Warren. The Regional Forum engages with older Americans, their caregivers, advocates, and community leaders on the key issues affecting older Americans.
** Read About the Event Here >> (https://www.emkinstitute.org/about/newsroom/press-releases/whitehouseconferenceonaging)

INSTITUTE SPOTLIGHT | keep informed
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OPENING WEEKEND

DEDICATION CEREMONY
On March 30th we were honored to be joined by President and First Lady Obama, Vice President Biden, friends and family of Senator Kennedy, dozens of Senators and many others for our opening dedication ceremony.
** Read coverage from the Opening >> (https://www.emkinstitute.org/about/newsroom/press-releases/recentnewscoveragemarch2015)

** View photos from the Dedication >> (https://www.flickr.com/photos/emkinstitute/albums)

GALA CELEBRATION
The Institute hosted a celebratory gala in honor of the opening with friends, benefactors, former staffers and Kennedy family members.
** View Photos >> (https://www.flickr.com/photos/emkinstitute/sets/72157651499168327)

UNION RECEPTION
The Institute honored and thanked the teams of workers who helped build the Institute with a union reception celebration on March 28th.
** View Photos >> (https://www.flickr.com/photos/emkinstitute/sets/72157651466468498/)

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Watch the full dedication ceremony >>>

Watch the commemorative dedication video >>>
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ON THE POINT
** CHAMBER CAFE (https://www.emkinstitute.org/plan-your-visit/amenities)
The Institute is proud to open our full service Chamber Cafe, offering a range of delicious fresh and local foods. The cafe is open Tuesday through Sunday 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

** FREE TROLLEY TO THE POINT (https://www.emkinstitute.org/plan-your-visit/dining-nearby-attractions)
This summer and fall the Institute - in partnership with the John F. Presidential Library and Museum and Commonwealth Museum - is offering free transportation via the Columbia Point Trolley.
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SENATE IMMERSION MODULE

The Institute has launched its cornerstone Senate Immersion Module program where students have the opportunity to become "Senators for the day". Using high-touch technology, groups of students work together to create a bill on a historic issue or current policies affecting the county.

** Click here (https://www.emkinstitute.org/sim)

>> to learn more about the SIM.

KENNEDY COMMUNITY | get connected

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CATCHING UP WITH OUR ALUMNI

AN INTERVIEW WITH BARBARA SOULIOTIS
Barbara Souliotis first began working with Senator Kennedy while he served in the Suffolk County District Attorney's Office in September 1961. After Senator Kennedy was elected U.S. Senator for Massachusetts, Barbara worked with him in his Washington, D.C. office for seven years. For the last 23 years of Senator Kennedy's Senate service, Barbara ran his Boston office as Senator Kennedy's State Director and Chief of Staff.  ** Read a Q&A with Barbara here >>  (https://www.emkinstitute.org/join-and-support/alumni)

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ALUMNI BRUNCH

On March 29th the Institute welcomed former colleagues and staff from Senator Kennedy's almost 47 years in office to join together for an alumni brunch celebrating the opening of the Institute.

** View photos of the alumni brunch here >> (https://www.flickr.com/photos/emkinstitute/sets/72157651465002018)
** Email Tara Rendon to get involved >> (mailto:[email-masked]?subject=Alumni%20-%20Get%20Involved)

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DONATE TODAY
Contributions from supporters like you will help ensure the Institute is able to offer our one-of-a-kind Senate Immersion Module (SIM) to student groups free of charge. Together, we can bring Senator Kennedy's vision of a dynamic center of learning and civic engagement to life. ** Donate (https://www.emkinstitute.org/join-and-support/emk-fund)
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