There are a few events coming up this week that you might be interested in attending. I know you get the emails, but sometimes the good stuff slips by! A couple great ways to celebrate and recognize Black History Month.
Panel: “The Voting Rights Act of 1965: A Fifty Year Assessment”
Part of the CAS Dean’s Colloqium Series, “The Voting Rights Act of 1965: A Fifty Year Assessment” examines the various aspects of civil rights, income and wealth equality and issues of social justice. The panel will include Melissa A. Logue, Ph.D., Monica Smith, Ph.D., Laura Crispin, Ph.D., and Katie M. Oxx, Ph.D., and will take place on Wednesday, Feb. 18 from 4 to 5 p.m., on the 5th floor of the McShain Residence Center.
“Transformative Photography: Evaluation and Best Practices for Eliciting Social and Policy Changes”
Emily Moscato, Ph.D., assistant professor of food marketing, will discuss her article “Transformative Photography: Evaluation and Best Practices for Eliciting Social and Policy Changes” from the Journal of Public Policy and Marketing. The lecture will take place on Thursday, Feb. 19 from 12 to 1 p.m., in the Post Learning Commons’ Wachterhauser Seminar Room.
“Dear White People” Screening and Discussion
On Friday, Feb. 20, the Office of Multicultural Life will host a screening of “Dear White People,” a satirical drama focusing on black college students. The film will be shown from 5 to 8 p.m., in the Forum Theatre. A brief discussion will follow the screening, and refreshments will be provided. (Note from Rachael: I have heard great things about this movie.)