Chancellor Gooch will be joined by Mylas Copeland, a respected community leader and beacon in Springfield’s civic life, for an engaging conversation on the power of connection, collaboration, and community impact.

Mr. Copeland who serves on several local boards and champions a “we’re all in it together” philosophy, will share insights from his extensive experience in service and community development. Together, he and Chancellor Gooch will explore what it means to give back, build bridges across difference, and invest in the people and partnerships that strengthen our shared future.

The Chancellor’s Thinkers Series is designed to spark curiosity, stretch thinking, challenge perspectives, and foster intentional dialogue across our campus and the Springfield community.

Schedule

• 5:00–5:30 p.m. | Conversation between Chancellor Gooch & Mylas Copeland
• 5:30–6:00 p.m. | Audience Q&A
• 6:00–6:15 p.m. | Closing Reflections
• Reception with refreshments to follow the program

This event is free and open to the public.

We look forward to seeing you there!