Join Dana Griffin, Dean's Fellow for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, in listening sessions to support developing a DEI strategic plan for the School of Education.
Almost two years ago on October 13, 2018, Elaine and Ricky unveiled their vision for LatinxEd to the North Carolina community at the first Latinx 20 Under 20 Gala. Meanwhile, Elaine was expecting her first child, and Ricky was thinking about running for office... Fast forward to 2020. As LatinxEd has manifested beautifully, Elaine is […]
The sessions are offered to allow community members to share concerns and input that will be used in forming a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion plan for the School of Education. Watch for emailed Zoom invites. This week's session is focused on Microagressions.
The sessions are offered to allow community members to share concerns and input that will be used in forming a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion plan for the School of Education. Watch for emailed Zoom invites.
In partnership with the LGBTQ Center, the SOE will host a webinar featuring the documentary “Changing the Game” on Thursday, October 8th at 7pm. This documentary is an award-winning documentary on transgender student-athletes – a must see for any of us working in schools of education and preparing students for work in educational settings. Following […]
The 2020 Color of Education Summit consists of four online events in October. Click here to see the full schedule and to purchase tickets. Tickets are free for those with barriers to paying; $30 for a standard ticket, and $60 for a Supporter Ticket. Color of Education is a partnership between the Public School Forum […]
Carolina’s first-ever Queer MiniCon on October 9 and 13, 2020 showcases LGBTQIA+ research, art, literature, and lived experiences at North Carolina colleges and universities Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the LGBTQ Center at UNC-Chapel Hill will not be hosting their usual National Coming Out Day events. Instead, they are partnering with Student Life and Leadership, […]
Institute of African American Research presents Carolina’s Black Trailblazers: An Intergenerational Conversation – October 14th at 4:30pm Part 3: Inclusion Across Carolina’s Landscape Click here to register
The third annual Black Innovation Matters conference will be held on Thursday, October 22nd. The theme of this year's event is "Amplifying Ideas and Inspiring Action." Several dynamic local and national innovators will be highlighting and celebrating Black innovation and entrepreneurship. The event is virtual. Please register in advance of the event. For more information, […]
The Ida B. Wells Symposia, a series of talks sponsored by the Center for the Study of the American South, is holding a series of events during the month of October. On October 27th at 6pm, “Teaching with the ‘Light of Truth’ in the K-12 Classroom” will include a panel discussion sharing challenges and strategies […]
The Ida B. Wells Symposia, a series of talks sponsored by the Center for the Study of the American South, is holding a series of events during the month of October. On October 29th at 6pm, SoE doctoral students Cortland Gilliam and Jerry J. Wilson along with undergraduate De'Ivyion Drew, will overview the genesis and […]
Each Thursday in February, we will have a guest speaker discuss the role of schools of education in uplifting and elevating Black youth, families, and communities. Please plan to attend this series. February 4: Dr. S. Kent Butler, Professor, University of Central Florida and President-Elect, American Counselor Association Read more about Dr. S. Kent Butler. Follow […]
Each Thursday in February, we will have a guest speaker discuss the role of schools of education in uplifting and elevating Black youth, families, and communities. February 4: Dr. Paul Harris, Associate Professor, University of Virginia Read more about Dr. Paul Harris. Visit Dr. Harris' website Follow Dr. Harris on Twitter.
Each Thursday in February, we will have a guest speaker discuss the role of schools of education in uplifting and elevating Black youth, families, and communities. Please plan to attend this series. February 4: Dr. William Jackson, Executive Director, Village of Wisdom Dr. Jackson leades Village of Wisdom, which works with Black Families to advocate […]
Each Thursday in February, we will have a guest speaker discuss the role of schools of education in uplifting and elevating Black youth, families, and communities. Please plan to attend this series. February 4: Dr. Cheryl Holcomb-McCoy, Professor and Dean of Education, American University Read more about Dr. Cheryl Holcomb-McCoy. Follow Dr. Holcomb-McCoy on Twitter. […]