Rutgers political historian David Greenberg, who is writing a biography of the late civil rights leader and congressman John R. Lewis, will discuss Lewis’s work in the civil rights movement, his transition to elected office, and the achievements that made him a national icon at the time of his death in July.
Diversity Book Club first book will be: Eloquent Rage: A Black Feminist Discovers Her Superpower. The discussion was moderated by Brittney Cooper (the author).
Charles Senteio will give an overview of health equity research and how it affects us all, in large part through COVID-19 inequity and current social justice activism.
Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng, a novel about a biracial family. The discussion will be led by Amy Jordan.
Migrant justice can't be separated from climate justice. How can the Green New Deal advance both?
White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo –The discussion will be co-led by Marya Doerfel and Veronica Armour.
Media Portrayal of Black Activism
Speakers: Robert W. Turner II, Ph.D. George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Science
Brittany Ray Wallace Rutgers Alum Member of Rutgers Women's Basketball Team 2006-2010
Presentation by Deborah Lippstadt, real-life subject of DENIAL, the movie.
This interactive workshop will increase your understanding of individual/group identities.
You'll explore ways to:
- Promote civil discourse on campus
- Challenge anti-Semitism,racism, and all forms of discrimination
- Create and sustain inclusive learning environments at Rutgers and beyond
