2009-2010 Initiatives
The IEI Program began in Fall of 2009, with four interns:
- Heather Cruikshank (Fall semester only)
- Silvia Gozzini, Sociology and Psychology major
- Emily Nordling, English and History major with a concentration in creative fiction
- Isaiah Wiles, Liberal Studies major with a concentration in Social Change
2009 – 2010 Projects
Inclusion and Equity Week held March 1 – 5, 2010:
| Date | Subject | Where | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3/1 | What About the ‘F’ Word? Panel discussion on Feminisim | Cultural Center, 12:30 – 2 pm | 45 |
| 3/2 | Stereotypes in Children’s Media | Ekstrom W210, 7 – 8 pm | 20 |
| 3/3 | Night of Inclusion & Equity Food, Fun, and Fellowship | Red Barn, 7 – 8:30 pm | 30 |
| 3/4 | What’s Your Story? Multiculturalism on Campus Panel discussion led by students, staff, and faculty from Kenya, Japan, Brazil, Italy, and more | Cultural Center, 1:30 – 2:30 pm | 12 |
| 3/5 | Race and the Death Penalty | Ekstrom Chao Auditorium, 12:30 - 2 pm | 28 |
Additional Projects
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Collaboration with C.O.N.E.C.T. on the “Privilege Walk” program.
White Privilege workshop conducted by Dr. David Owen.
Film viewing and discussion of Jane Elliot’s Blue-Eyed Documentary.
Interns also experienced extraordinary opportunities to have dinner and dialogue with Jane Elliot and tea with Frances Kendall during the 2009 – 2010 year.