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Every Student. Every Story.
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PRIDE IN APRIL:
Why wait till June!
Join the CDI as we celebrate Pride this April.
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Audre Lorde
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A self-described "Black, lesbian, mother, warrior, [and] poet", Lorde's works explore issues centering around racism, sexism, classism, and homophobia. One of her most notable works include, "Zami: A New Spelling of My Name", where she combines history, biography, and myth into her storytelling.
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Also consider checking out, "The Collected Poems of Audre Lorde".
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SHOW ME PRIDE COLLEGE SUMMIT 2021 IS STARTING THIS WEEK!
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Join the 8th Annual Show Me Pride College Summit, a place for LGBTQ+ college students all across Missouri to connect with each other, share knowledge, and build new skills!
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WHEN:
Friday, April 9th
4:00 p.m.
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EVENT:
Facilitated Discussion: Being Non-binary
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THE HISPANIC AMERICAN LEADERSHIP ORGANIZATION PRESENTS:
A Discussion on Latinidad
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Join HALO as they discuss different issues pertaining to the Latinx Community!
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WHEN:
Thursday, April 8th
5:00 p.m.
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WHERE:
via Zoom
ID: 998 2126 1147
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THE DISABILITY STUDIES MINOR:
Classes Offered Summer 2021, Fall 2021, and Spring 2022
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Open to All Students!
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This minor examines disability as a social, cultural, and political phenomenon.
Upcoming Classes:
DS 120, Introduction to Disability Studies
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The Disability Studies Minor balances theoretical exploration with practical application, and provides students with a broad understanding of disability history, cultural representation, social justice and civil rights issues, policy concerns, and current ethical debates. To find more information, check out the button below.
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SIGN UP FOR CRWT 418 THIS FALL:
Week of Poetry Writing
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Enroll Now!
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This class will allow students to explore poetry while also learning about contemporary issues pertaining to Latinx writing and studies.
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This course will be taught in-person from September 13th through the 17th. This is a special Ofstad workshop that will be taught by visiting Ofstad scholar Dr. Maria Miranda Maloney. Lastly, Students will be required to meet with Joe Benevento prior to Maloney's arrival to go over the syllabus, discuss assignments and take care of preliminary questions.
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SIGN UP FOR LING 413 THIS FALL:
Language & Social/Racial Justice
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"What's language got to do with racial and social justice?"
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Open to All Students!
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This class explores how social and racial justice are inseparable from the study and use of language.
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This course is to be taught in-person from September 6th through the 10th. Throughout the week, students will work on a podcast episode or zine on a real-life instance of linguistic discrimination. Lastly, this is a special Ofstad workshop that will be taught by visiting Ofstad scholar Dr. Megan Figueroa.
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SIGN UP FOR ENG 331 THIS FALL:
African American Literature
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“What Shall I Tell My Children Who Are Black?”: Black Childhood, History, and Trauma in American Literature and Culture.
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Open to All Students!
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This class explores the representation of Black children and their history in American literature and culture.
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This seven-week course is to be taught in-person from August 23rd to October 21st. In this interdisciplinary course, students will have the opportunity to examine critically and creatively literature, film, music, and art about Black children and Black childhood, with particular attention to work by and about Black girls and women. Lastly, this is a special Ofstad course that will be taught by Ofstad scholar Dr. Angela Shaw-Thornburg.
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INSTITUTE FOR ACADEMIC OUTREACH:
SUMMER JOB OPPORTUNITIES
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Become a preceptor for a summer academy at Truman!
Some Positions Include:
- Joseph Baldwin Academy
- ATSU-Truman Healthcare Academy
- JBA Junior
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This is a fantastic experience for anyone who is looking into a future career that works with children.
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FOOD PACKS AVAILABLE:
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Drawstring packs of food are now available for Truman students experiencing food insecurity and can be picked up or pre-selected online with a Truman ID.
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WHERE:
SERVE Center
located in Student Union Building 1106
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WHEN:
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Monday, Wednesday or Friday
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Association of Black Collegians
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National Association of Black Accountants
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African Students Association
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Hispanic American Leadership Organization
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Muslim Student Association
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Queers of Color Collective
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Don't see an organization that you're interested in?
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These are just a small portion of student organizations that are chartered through Union & Involvement Services, or supported through departmental initiatives. You can check out a full list of current student organizations by following the link below.
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