All Events
DIVERSITY LECTURE
Reflecting on Diversity as a Tool for Institutional Transformation Nancy 'Rusty' Barceló
MCC THEATER
Dr. Barcelo's presentation will be an overview of diversity looking at historical trends and the implications for future challenges and opportunities. She firmly believes that for students to develop the competencies they need to thrive in the world's diverse communities and workplaces, they need to be taught and mentored by a diverse faculty, and have access to diverse knowledge systems as embodied in inclusive and diversity-infused curricula, pedagogies, resources, and services. Barceló is the President of Northern New Mexico College and one of the nation's most highly respected authorities on equity and diversity in higher education. She has been hailed as a visionary leader for transformational change and as a dedicated administrator with a gift for community building. Co-sponsored by the Office of the Associate Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity and Academic Policy; the Office of the Executive Vice Chancellor; and the Office of Equal Opportunity & Sexual Harassment/Title IX Compliance.
Race Matters Series
The Most Segregated Hour? Race and Religion in 21st Century America Karen Yonemoto
MCC LOUNGE
In 1963 the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. notably observed that 'Sunday mornings are the most segregated hour in America.' As we enter the 21st century, questions arise over whether or not this phenomenon has actually changed. Come and join us in a lively conversation about race and religion in America. We will share our stories, experiences, and observations about the complex ways in which religion often unites, bridges, and even divides American Indians, Asian Americans, Blacks, Latinos, and Whites in the United States. Karen Yonemoto is a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Religious Studies department at Claremont McKenna College. Her research focuses on race, religion, and social justice among multiracial congregations in the U.S.
Cup of Culture
Don’t Get Sick After June: American Indian Healthcare
MCC THEATER
Told from the Native American perspective, this documentary chronicles the history of Indian healthcare from the early 1800’s to President Obama’s recent Healthcare Reform Act signed into law in 2010. This well-researched documentary presents a troubling portrait - and indictment - of the U.S. government's dismal failure to provide health care in fulfillment of federal treaty and trustee obligations with American Indian nations. Chip Richie, 60 min., English, 2010, USA. Co-sponsored by the American Indian Cultural Resource Center; the American Indian Graduate Student Alliance; the American Indian Students Association; and the American Indian Science and Engineering Society.
Art Exhibit
Faces and Places Michael Massenburg
MCC LOUNGE
Michael Massenburg has exhibited in galleries and museums, completed private commissions, and worked on public art projects throughout the country and abroad in Mexico, Senegal, and Haiti. Some of his public works include MTA, LA County Arts Commission, ESPN, and the American Jazz Museum. He is the recipient of grants from the Los Angeles Cultural Affairs Department and the California Arts Council and his work resides in many private collections. Massenburg is also an art educator who teaches for various organizations throughout the Los Angeles County. Co-sponsored by the Black Student Union.
