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discussion leader, a university professor of African American Studies and Communication Studies, the newcomers were at first welcomed.  But, mirroring the white pastors in King’s text, some parishioners became edgy as the conversation morphed in unexpected directions: They had wanted a discussion about race that made no one uncomfortable, and such was not to be had.  The reading group was disinvited.  Undeterred, the group continued meeting elsewhere, named itself “The Conversation,” initiated social

Color Wings For students who identify as People of Color (or not White) who are interested in exploring their racial and ethnic social identities and cultures. Environmental & Social Justice Wings For students who are interested in exploring the intersection of social justice and environmental justice and translating this knowledge into positive social change through leadership and action. Lavender Community For students who identify with the LGBTQ+ community and its histories, communities, and

, in part: “… you have the breadth and depth of knowledge around preventing sexual violence on campuses that we need represented in the Think Tank. … Recognizing that public health cannot prevent sexual violence by itself, Think Tank participants will represent public health departments, sexual violence coalitions, researchers, law enforcement, and college and university staff and administrators.” As part of Not Alone: The First Report of the White House Task Force to Protect Students from Sexual

2002. The program here at UW is one of the top social work programs in the country, and I have to say PLU did an excellent job of preparing me for that level of work. As an Advanced Standing student I enrolled as a second year MSW candidate, so the class load is not in the least bit overwhelming. I spend a majority of my time at my practicum placement with the State of Washington Office of Crime Victims Advocacy. There I am involved in some policy research and analysis regarding the use of penalty

upon the intersection of gender with other social categories, such as race, class, and sexuality. (4) SOCI 230 : The Family An examination of the institution of the family in the United States, with emphasis on how families are affected by social forces such as the economy, race and ethnicity, gender, and social politics. (4) SOCI 240 : Social Problems - ES Critical examination of poverty, discrimination, drugs, crime, homelessness, violence, and family breakdown. Course addresses contemporary

voice continues over a shot of a grey t-shirt with white lettering that reads: “I took my shot to crush COVID #crushcovid” with a cartoon white syringe over the lettering.] Megan: after they get their shot or filling the vaccines. Some things like that. [video: Erin sits in PLU’s Anderson University Center in grey scrubs.] Erin Hobbs ‘21, Nursing Major: So it’s a very interesting time to be learning about public health, especially with these vaccine roll-outs and constantly learning and changing

. Dancers are dressed either in white or ochre, an earthy pigment of reddish coloring. After circumcision and graduation from the ntomo society, the male’s next step in life depends on his own personal background and family history. From this point on, the boys will be trained to follow their father’s role in society; many follow their family’s history of being farmers. Since the ntomo mask in the PLU collection was most likely used, there is some damage on it. One of the top forehead circle mirrors has

, by James Howard Russell BuddhismInformational Resources:  Stances of Faith on LGBTQ Issues: Buddhism Gay Buddhist Fellowship Lions Roar LGBTQ Collection European Buddhist Union Stories by Queer Buddhists:  Lion’s Roar (scroll down for collection of Personal Stories) George Takei Lama Rod Owens Justin Simien, the author of “Dear White People” Many others Shine Waradhammo Pamela Ayo Yetunde ChristianityInformational Resources: PFLAG Resources List for Christians List of Recommended Books from The