Our nation is again forced to face the difficult reality of racism and our fear of one another. Many are reeling with the images of George Floyd dying in front of us and the Central Park incident. We are hurting...we are mad...we are confused...we are in a pandemic. If you need to vent, talk or ask a few questions join us for this Tough Talk session. June 1, 2020 | 1:00-1:45 … [Read more...] about Tough Talks Summer 2020 Session
Facilitated by Dr. Lyle Foster 4/23, 4/30, 5/7 | 1:00-1:45PM | Zoom meeting In the midst of the global pandemic, many are wondering when things will get back to normal, but growing evidence shows that normal will no longer be what it was. Come share your thoughts. Participation is limited to 50 for each session. To RSVP, email araines@missouristate.edu. … [Read more...] about Tough Talks: The New Normal
16 April | 1:00-1:45 | Zoom Meeting To register, email diversityandinclusion@missouristate.edu In the midst of the global pandemic, many are wondering when things will get back to normal, but growing evidence shows that normal will no longer be what it was. What do you think about the university experience? Of course, you can also join us to share how the COVID-19 crisis … [Read more...] about Tough Talks: The New Normal
It is a familiar statement that we are a global society. We recognize how we are all impacted by worldwide events, but have we really given attention to what it really means. Moreover, what does this mean for us as part of the Bear community? Is it more than a headline or a documentary or even something we have not come to fully comprehend? Join us and let's talk about it and … [Read more...] about Tough Talks: Are we global yet?
What will you give (up?) to change the climate? Sept. 25th, Oct. 2nd & 9th, 12:30-1:30 p.m., PSU 312 Let's talk about it! Climate change is a huge issue for our planet and is a big topic in the presidential campaign. As a public affairs university, how is the Bears community responding and thinking about climate change? There are those who don't want to take an airline … [Read more...] about Fall 2019 Tough Talks