Greetings all. As I continue my vlog posts on various books I've read this summer, today I discuss Senator Kamala Harris' book, The Truths We Hold. I share my thoughts on her accomplishments, as she has outlined them in the book, reflecting on how she articulates a vision for the country. Some have been critical of Senator Harris in that she doesn't clearly articulate a … [Read more...]
My Becoming Experience
In this video blog series, I review Michelle Obama’s book Becoming. This review is different from others in that I share some of my personal connections and similarities to Michelle Obama because we both grew up on the South Side of Chicago at the same time. I’ve also made an interesting discovery that I will share. In essence, I’m sharing my Becoming experience. I hope you … [Read more...]
Dine and Discourse: Seeing the Racial Water – A Conversation with Robin DiAngelo
On April 11, 2019, students, staff, and faculty joined Dr. Denise O'Neil Green for “Seeing the Racial Water: A Conversation with Robin DiAngelo”, a Dine and Discourse Lecture. Robin DiAngelo is an Affiliate Associate Professor of Education at the University of Washington. Her work on White Fragility has influenced the international dialogue on race. In addition to her academic … [Read more...]
Reflecting on the 4th of July
While having a coffee on Canada Day (July 1), reading Kaleem Hawa's article about patriotism in Canada, I thought about the 4th and it's connection to patriotism. Then my mind flashed to my elementary school days, saying the Pledge of Allegiance and singing The Star Spangled Banner every morning through grade school. We also sang The Black National Anthem too! My mind then … [Read more...]
Soup and Substance Session: Are Canadians Too Polite?
On March 12, 2018, the Ryerson University's Office of the Vice President Equity and Community Inclusion held its Winter 2018 Soup and Substance session entitled: "Are Canadians Too Polite: Addressing Global Perspectives on White Privilege and Oppression in Canada and Beyond", a discussion that was a precursor to the upcoming White Privilege Conference - Global in Toronto to be … [Read more...]