The Zoom discussion will include an overview of anti-Asian violence and Asian racialized experiences, a discussion panel, and brainstorming for a better future.
Stop Asian Hate: Open discussion on experiences of Asians and Asian Americans, March 26
Topic: Diversity
Chef Sean Sherman leading events on decolonizing food systems
Founder of the company The Sioux Chef, Sean Sherman will share his journey of reviving and reimagining Indigenous cuisine. Events include a Normal Food Summit and a cook along with Chef Sherman.
Day in the life: Student Body President Lauren Harris continues to lead
Student Body President Lauren Harris exemplifies the student who is highly involved across campus.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion update, March 19
This update includes a request for DEI committees and councils, the launch of the new CRCC Spring Institute, and Birds Give Back success.
The Psychology of Radical Healing and Hope, April 7
Dr. Helen Neville of the University of Illinois will present “The Psychology of Radical Healing and Hope: Implications for Research and Practice with Black, Indigenous, and People of Color.”
Unnatural Causes series focuses on impacts of nuclear testing, April 28
“Unnatural causes: Conversations about disparities and inequities” will feature a seven-part docuseries with biweekly discussions.
The DePriest Incident virtual staged reading, March 25
The Crossroads Project will present a staged reading of the new play The DePriest Incident by Charles White, winner of the 2021 Diverse Voices Playwriting Initiative.
Path to Playwriting: An Interview with Charles White
The DePriest Incident, the winning play of the 2021 Diverse Voices Playwriting Initiative, will be presented in a virtual staged reading on Thursday, March 25 at 7 p.m.
Illinois State student Raquel Armas receives National Council of Teachers of English Cultural Diversity Grant
Illinois State senior Raquel Armas has wanted to become a teacher since her freshman year of high school.
CRCC Spring Institute: Registration deadline March 15
Registration ends March 15 for the CRCC Spring Institute featuring education scholars and practitioners Dr. Tyrone Howard, Dr. Kisha Porcher, Dr. Pamela Hoff, and Dr. Beth Hatt.
