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We look forward to seeing what ya’ll have planned for next year’s conference!

Angel Young

Professional Title: Owner & Ice Cream Socialist

Where do you work? Wanderlust Ice Cream & Sorbet

How long have you had this profession? I bought my first freezer March 2011

1. Tell us 3 things that only a person working in the ice cream making industry would know:95%
of the ice cream you eat is made from a pre-made base that is then mixed with flavorings, as opposed
to using fresh ingredients and natural fruits/flavors. “Premium” ice cream means higher fat, not higher
quality. And vegan ice cream can be just as good as the dairy stuff!

2. What is the coolest thing about your job? I love being a part of the farmer’s market community
and supporting local small-scale farmers and fellow food entrepreneurs.

3. In 2-3 sentences, what kind of schooling/training do you need to be an ice cream maker? You
need a good understanding of the mechanics of commercial ice cream manufacturing and the science of
ice cream. There are a number of very good books and courses offered around the country. As a small
business owner, a strong grasp on marketing/branding and finance/accounting can’t hurt either.

4. What are the obstacles of someone working in your profession? Starting a business from scratch
is a daunting task in itself. It’s challenging competing with larger, well-established companies with far
fewer resources at your disposal.

5. What (personality) characteristics would you say make for a good ice cream maker? Persistence,
creativity, and a healthy constitution for processing all that sugar!

6. How did your parents react when you chose this profession? They thought it was a hilarious joke.
Look who’s laughing now.

CHALLENGE:

Innovative Community Project

WHAT? STUDENTS GET A CHANCE TO COME UP WITH AN ORIGINAL COMMUNITY PROJECT

HOW?(RULES)

• 1 or more students can be involved in conceptualizing the idea (prize split between # of students) – Anyone may be involved in the implementation
• Each student involved must spend at least 8 hours implementing the project
• Students are encouraged to ask their mentors for guidance
• The project can help in any area: Environment, youth, seniors, disabled, animals, the arts, homeless, health, safety, leadership development…almost anything you can think of. And if you aren’t sure, just email us your questions (see below).
• Please be detailed in your project outline. Please include:

-    Name of students involved

-    Email & phone # of students involved

-    Project description (1/2 page maximum) – Include specific place, date range you’d like to implement, # of people you will need, what you will do

-    Why did you decide in this area (Environment, youth, etc.) & this project? (1/2 page max.)

-    What is so innovative/creative/forward-thinking about your project? (1/2 page max.)

-    Complete packet should be no more than 2 pages

# OF WINNERS & WHAT WILL THEY WIN? 3 projects will each win $1,000 scholarships towards college

WHERE DO I SUBMIT MY PROJECT IDEA? Submit the project (in a Word document) to program@ylc.net by Tuesday, 7/26/2011 (1 month from Conference).

**Please write in the Subject line: “Innovative Community Project”

IMPLEMENTING WINNING PROJECTS: The project should not be executed until it is submitted and approved by YLC, to ensure safety.

IF YOU HAVE FURTHER QUESTIONS PLEASE EMAIL: program@ylc.net (write in Subject line: “Innovative Community Project Question”)

About the 2011 Conference

Dates: June 24-26, 2011

The Youth Leadership Council is proud to announce our Conference 2011 theme – Don’t Hate, Innovate!. This year’s conference will encourage students to be creative while using innovative methods to solve problems. The 2011 program will focus on leadership through being resilient, possessing knowledge, taking risks, and collaborating while thinking outside the box.

Why Come?

* Develop & practice leadership skills.
* Learn from college and young professional mentors.
* Enjoy a weekend in a Rice University dormitory.

Still not convinced? Check out the pictures from the 2010 conference!

Student Sign-up

If you are a high school student (entering 9th grade through graduating senior), please complete the application at our website:

http://ylc.net/student

Mentor Sign-up

YLC is seeking friendly, energetic, and enthusiastic college students and young professionals to mentor high school students at this year’s YLC conference. Mentors must have completed two years of college by June 2011 or be a young professional.

http://ylc.net/mentor

Volunteer Sign-up

For those of you who have “graduated” from YLC, please consider becoming a Conference Assistant. This is an excellent and rewarding chance for you to help the next generation of Asian-American leaders. We need volunteers who can help with activity setups, photography, student registration, and much more.

http://ylc.net/volunteer

I know its been a while since you’ve heard from us but we are hard at work behind the scenes gearing up for this years Conference. All I can say is it’s gonna be killer!

In the meantime, we are partnering with several other organizations for the APA Community Walk for CHANGE on Saturday, April 9th. We are hoping you will come and join us in our YLC team. It’s for a good cause, and its good exercise!

$10 Discount!
Any student who wishes to attend YLC this year will also get a $10 discount off their tuition if he/she registers to walk under the “Youth Leadership Council” team. All the information including a link to the website and flyer are all provided below. Hope to see you there!!

APA Community Walk for CHANGE, Arts & Film Festival | Food, Fun & Films @
CCC Building, 9800 Town Park@Sovereign | 9:00am – 4pm, Saturday, April 9,
2011 www.apawalkforchange.org

Please check back at this web site often or friend our “Youth Leadership Council”
Facebook page for updates. Hope to see you there!

YLC would like to let all of our wonderful supporters in on a great deal during our fund raising efforts towards our 2011 Conference: We are auctioning off A PAIR OF CONTINENTAL AIRLINE TICKETS to anywhere of your choice in the continental US.

Terms of the ticket:
Bidding will commence at 3 PM Friday, March 4 and end at 8 PM Sunday, March 6
Winner must give YLC: names, destination, departure & return dates by Sunday (3/6) @ 9:00PM
Only within continental US (means excluding Alaska & Hawaii)
Departure & return dates chosen must be within a year’s time
Total ticket amount cannot exceed $1500
Tickets will not be sold separately

Highest-bid-thus-far will be posted at our Facebook event page and here on the site every hour at the latest each day between 12 noon and 12 midnight.

Bidding will start at $50!

Congratulations to the winner of our plane ticket auction!!

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With less than a week left until conference, we want to make sure you’re all well-prepared for this weekend:

(1) Check out our FAQ page. You’ll find links to our map, a list of what to bring and what not to bring, and other important information.
(2) Register for a parking permit if you’re driving yourself to conference: Parking Permit Form
(3) Pack. Check out our list of what to bring and what not to bring.
(4) Get directions to Rice University

Directions to the Conference from US 59

For students being dropped off:
1. Exit Shepherd/Greenbriar
2. Go south on Greenbriar
a. Coming from 59 south going northbound, make a right
b. Coming from 59 north going southbound, make a left
3. Make a left on Rice Blvd (which turns into Sunset Blvd.
4. Make a right on Main St. , and then
5. IMMEDIATELY make a right into Entrance 1
6. Follow the YLC signs to the check-in location

For students driving themselves:
1. Exit Shepherd/Greenbriar
2. Go south on Greenbriar
a. Coming from 59 south going northbound, make a right
b. Coming from 59 north going southbound, make a left
3. Make a left at entrance 13A into the Greenbriar Parking Lot.
4. If you pass University Blvd. you have gone too far.

(5) Get excited!!!!!!!!