Special guest Dr. Tracy Crump, Associate Professor of Sociology, Anthropology, and Criminal Justice at St. Xavier University. Dr. Crump’s talk will consider how to build inclusive spaces in our society by exploring the root causes of social unrest in Chicago over the last century. She will start with the Red Summer of 1919 and move… Continue reading Revisiting the Past & Looking to the Future: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion 1919-2021-Dr. Tracy Crump (video)
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Graphic Novels and Their Use as Tools of Tolerance and Diversity #comicsculture
Despite common assumptions, graphic novels have been utilized as tools for social commentary and instruments of change. They can be used to defuse anger, to expose the reader to diverse cultures and experiences, to teach tolerance, and to address diversity in our schools and in our worlds. Educators Eric Kallenborn, Ronell Whitaker, and Claire Overton… Continue reading Graphic Novels and Their Use as Tools of Tolerance and Diversity #comicsculture
Learn more about Global & Diversity Education events @ your Library
Are you thinking of attending one of the Global & Diversity Education Events this fall? If you want some more information about the event topics check out some of these books from the Moraine Valley Library. Global Trends Across Disciplines: 9/17: Moraine Room 2:30-3:30 Moraine Valley faculty members discuss the ways in which globalization forces are… Continue reading Learn more about Global & Diversity Education events @ your Library
Diversity, Gay Marriage, Politics and Religion
This week, the debate over the rights of the gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender (GLBT) community came up in the news. First, North Carolina banned same-sex marriage (see this article from the Washington Post, North Carolina approves ban on same-sex marriage). Then, President Obama came out in favor of same-sex marriage (see the video below).… Continue reading Diversity, Gay Marriage, Politics and Religion
Diversity or Discrimination?
The Supreme Court has decided to hear the case Fisher v. University of Texas bringing the issue of affirmative action again into the national discourse. Affirmative action supporters fear that this new case could bring an end to integrated and diverse college campuses. Opponents see it as an opportunity to end a practice they consider… Continue reading Diversity or Discrimination?
Racial and Ethnic Diversity in America: A Reference Handbook
Racial and Ethnic Diversity in America: A Reference Handbook: A thorough overview of the populations and social forces that have shaped the character of racial and ethnic diversity in the United States. This book is on the shelves in the Moraine Valley Library and will make a great resource as the staff and faculty of… Continue reading Racial and Ethnic Diversity in America: A Reference Handbook
Be Kind to Bees
It’s time to enjoy the warmer weather and all the pleasures that this time of the year provides. Flowers, fruits, and vegetables are some of of these gifts. The humble bee plays an important role in all of these products. Bees are divided into two classes, cultivated bees (honeybees who produce honey and pollinate crops)… Continue reading Be Kind to Bees
The Virtual Rainbow Reception
The Celebrating Diversity Task Group’s LGBTQ+ Subcommittee is hosting the annual Rainbow Reception virtually this year! On Monday, February 1st you can learn about the different resources on campus available to LGBTQIA+ students. Join via WebEx. You can also show your pride by ordering a t-shirt! After the reception, check out some of the resources… Continue reading The Virtual Rainbow Reception
It’s Ace Week!
October 20 -26 is Ace Week, originally called Asexuality Awareness Week, which highlights asexual-spectrum identities. Learn more about asexuality and how you can support ace members of your community with these library resources: The Invisible Orientation (also available as an eBook) is meant for both those who identify on the asexual spectrum, as well as… Continue reading It’s Ace Week!
National Coming Out Day
Today is National Coming Out Day, a celebration of coming out as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community. There are plenty of ways to get involved! Come to the library this month and check out some of the many books and videos featuring LGBTQIA+ themes. Stop by these upcoming events sponsored by the GASP Club… Continue reading National Coming Out Day