Tennessee Federation of College Democrats

TFCD to Host 2005 Fall Summit

November 11, 2005
For Immediate Release

NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Federation of College Democrats will be holding its 2005 Fall Summit in Nashville on November 12th from 12 noon until 6:15 pm. The purpose of the summit is to organize chapters and develop a statewide strategy for turning out college students in the 2006 elections. There will be a variety of speakers, state officials and elected representatives participating in the student-run summit.

“The TFCD is in an ideal stage to begin working with chapters all across our state and to develop our statewide strategy for turning out college students in the upcoming elections,” said Alex Youn, Vice President of the Tennessee Federation of College Democrats. “College campuses are our territory and we plan on doing everything possible to help make victory a reality next year.”

Participation from all College Democrats chapters across the state is encouraged. More than 60 college students will be present, representing over 15 colleges and universities from across the Tennessee. Those who attend will be participating in breakout sessions on a variety of issues, including: crafting the message, membership recruitment, fundraising, and campus activities.

For more information, please contact:
Adam Green, Communications Director (931-273-7927; adam-green@utc.edu)

About the TFCD
The Tennessee Federation of College Democrats of America is a group designated to unite, lead and coordinate chapters of College Democrats of America on university campuses throughout Tennessee.

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