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Former President Bill Clinton Will Host the Third Clinton Global Initiative University at UM

 

Former President Bill Clinton will host the third Clinton Global Initiative University (CGI U) April 16-18, 2010, at the University of Miami.

 

The event, which is expected to convene approximately 1,500 college students, university officials and representatives from youth organizations from all parts of the world, will focus on global challenges in education, environment and climate change, peace and human rights, poverty alleviation, and public health.

 

“We are thrilled for our students,” said University of Miami President Donna E. Shalala. “This is a wonderful opportunity to host a world-class conference and show off our campus and community.”

 

CGI U will also include a ticketed event with President Clinton on April 16 that will be open to the UM community. Details on how to obtain a ticket will be released in March 2010.

 

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UM President Donna E. Shalala Comments on the CGI U Announcement: