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SUMMARY:What Were You Wearing - Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:April 2023 is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. \nAt colleges and universities around the country\, it has been reported that two-thirds of college students experience sexual harassment. Studies have also found approximately 26% of all female undergraduate students\, and nearly 7% of all male undergraduate students\, have experienced sexual assault. \nSurvivors of sexual assault are often asked\, “What were you wearing?” This form of victim-blaming has created a negative experience for survivors. Asking a survivor about what they were wearing implies that they did something wrong to invoke the attack. \nWhat Were You Wearing Exhibit\nThis April\, the Office of Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion will host an exhibit that displays and features stories of sexual violence and representation of what a victim was wearing at the time of their assault. The intent of the exhibit would be to remove the negative connotation of victim-blaming and debunk this myth that what an individual was wearing was “their fault.” The What You Were Wearing exhibit is a national program that many colleges and universities host. The exhibit’s goal is to bring a greater awareness of the myths surrounding survivors of sexual assault\, and that what they were wearing has no bearing on being assaulted. The exhibit will be displayed for three days for participants in April and a featured presenter will share their account of a sexual assault they experienced. The presenter will provide a shared account of their experience while highlighting “What they were wearing\,” how they have overcome the assault through support and resources\, and they will answer questions. \nIt will be the goal to display the exhibit in an area on campus that will highlight featured stories shared by survivors of sexual assault. The Executive Director of DEI will solicit shared stories of survivors within the Blackburn community and surrounding area (students\, staff\, faculty\, and community members). These shared stories will remain anonymous and on a volunteer basis. The Executive Director of DEI will launch a campaign in partnership with Marketing and Public Relations. In addition\, the Executive Director of DEI will partner with the Art department to facilitate and coordinate the actual exhibit for display. \nShare Your Story\nWhat Were You Wearing Submission Form\nDo you have a story you want to share to add to our Installation of the What Were You Wearing Art exhibit? Fill out the online form and share your story today. \nFor more information on the history of the project and to read the “What I Was Wearing Poem\,” click here.
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/what-were-you-wearing-exhibit/
LOCATION:Demuzio Center Blackburn College\, 700 College Ave.\, Carlinville\, Illinois\, 62626
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging,Faculty & Staff,Students
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SUMMARY:BSU Trip to Civil Rights Museum
DESCRIPTION:BSU is organizing a trip to the Civil Rights Museum in April. Students will depart campus Friday\, April 7\, and return on Sunday\, April 9. \nYou can sign up to join this trip on Wednesday\, March 22\, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm in the Equity Center in DCC. There are only 12-13 spots available. So sign-ups will be on a first-come\, first-serve basis.
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/bsu-trip-to-civil-rights-museum/
CATEGORIES:Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230403T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230403T210000
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SUMMARY:Cyntoia Brown-Long: Speaking Event & Book Signing
DESCRIPTION:Tickets can be reserved for the free event beginning March 3. Find tickets on Eventbrite > \n \nThis event is made possible by the Kathleen J. Eberle Memorial Lecture Series\, the Campus Activities Board\, the Office of Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion\, and the Office of the President.\n  \nBlackburn College will host Cyntoia Brown-Long\, author and advocate for criminal justice reform and victims of trafficking\, as a speaker on Monday\, April 3\, at 7:00 PM in Bothwell Auditorium. As part of Blackburn’s observance of Sexual Assault Awareness Month\, Brown-Long will share her journey of being trafficked and arrested during her early teenage years\, being tried as an adult and incarcerated for killing a man who solicited her for sex\, and her path to redemption inside and after prison. Q&A and book signing will follow. \n“Cyntoia’s life is both remarkable and inspirational simply from a human point of view\, but I am convinced that Blackburn’s students will especially benefit from her visit\,” said Al Sturgeon\, Vice President for Diverse and Equitable Student Life and Dean of Students at Blackburn. “A college education had a transformative impact on Cyntoia’s life while in prison\, and her message continues to provide a perspective that transforms others.” \nHer memoir\, “Free Cyntoia: My Search for Redemption in the American Prison System\,” written while in prison\, documents her early years and the 15 years she was incarcerated. Set against the shocking backdrop of a life behind bars and the injustice of sentencing sex-trafficked juveniles as adults\, she struggled to overcome a legacy of birth-family addiction and a lifetime of being ostracized and abandoned by society. Brown-Long stated of her time in prison\, “I was just a teenager when I was sent to live behind a razor-wire fence. My entire coming of age was within the walls of the Tennessee Prison for Women.”  \nHer life changed dramatically when the prison education principal took her under her wing and introduced her to a spiritual path. She was encouraged to build a positive life in prison and to resist the negative influences that lead to despair. The journey that followed was a roller coaster ride that included earning a college degree from Lipscomb University while inside prison\, an unauthorized Netflix documentary about her life\, a profound encounter with God\, an unlikely romance\, and\, eventually\, a commuted sentence by Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam. She received unprecedented national and international support from social media advocates\, pastors\, and celebrities and was finally released from prison on August 7\, 2019. \nPart of the Blackburn event will include a Q&A with Brown-Long\, moderated by Blackburn’s Chair of the Leadership\, Law and Public Service Department\, Dr. Laura Wiedlocher.  \n“Cynotia’s journey from victim to advocate is an opportunity for students to learn about the complexities within the US justice system\,” Wiedlocher shared. “Students have been studying cases like Cyntoia’s in their course work and in some classes\, even Cyntoia’s case. Being afforded the opportunity to meet Cyntoia and hear her story makes the abstract concrete.”  \nShe added\, “This event would not be possible without the endowed speaker series donation given by the Eberle family and collaboration across campus groups.” In addition to the Kathleen J. Eberle Memorial Lecture Series fund\, the event is sponsored by the Campus Activities Board\, the Office of Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion\, as well as funds from the Office of the President. \nBrown-Long stated that she hopes her story will inspire others and shine a light on the injustice many still face\, especially the injustice to women and children in American prisons. She continues to work with service providers\, judicial bodies\, and correctional agencies to provide training\, auditing\, and coaching designed to develop a dignified and empowering approach to corrections\, programming\, and case management. Alongside her husband\, Jaime\, she also co-founded The JFAM Foundation to better serve and advocate for individuals affected by human trafficking\, youth services involvement\, and incarceration. \nShe was awarded the 2022 Leadership Prize from the Juvenile Law Center for her work in advocating for justice-involved youth. In January 2020\, the Vera Institute of Justice recognized Cyntoia as one of the Best of Justice Reform honorees. She was a 2020 Nominee for the NAACP Literary Image Award and has been featured as a guest columnist for the Washington Post. \nTickets are required for this free program\, which will begin at 7:00 PM in Bothwell Auditorium on the Blackburn campus. Copies of her book “Free Cyntoia” are available for purchase in Blackburn’s Campus Bookstore before the event and during the book signing. Find more information and reserve tickets at blackburn.edu/cyntoia.
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/cyntoia-brown-long-speaking-event-book-signing/
LOCATION:Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College\, 700 College Avenue\, Carlinville\, IL\, 62626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academics,Alumni,Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging,Faculty & Staff,Students
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SUMMARY:BSU Meeting
DESCRIPTION:There will be a BSU meeting on March 28 at 6:00 pm. This is open to the campus community and everyone is welcome to attend if possible. \nContact Dr. Margaret Lawler or Aryanna Harris for more information.
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/bsu-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230318T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230318T170000
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SUMMARY:BSU- Springfield Trip
DESCRIPTION:Greetings\, the Black Student Union is planning a trip to Springfield\, IL. on March 18th at 11 a.m. where we will be visiting U-Top which is located on E. South Grand Ave. This is a perfect opportunity for students to visit and be able to get various beauty and hair products\, as well as a cultural experience that other locations may not offer. This is an opportunity for everyone\, and we encourage all who are interested to come along. Please know that you will be purchasing your own items\, as BSU is only providing transportation to and from. Hope to see you all there. \nThank you\,\nBSU!
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/bsu-springfield-trip/
CATEGORIES:Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging,Engagement & Recreation,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230225T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230225T190000
DTSTAMP:20260415T004337
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T203647Z
UID:4876-1677351600-1677351600@blackburn.edu
SUMMARY:Black History Month Jeopardy Team Contest
DESCRIPTION:The 2023 Black History Month Jeopardy team contest will be hosted on Saturday\, February 25\, 2023 at 7 pm in Jaenke. \nTeams will have an opportunity to compete for prizes and bragging rights as the winners of this year’s Black History Month Jeopardy contest. \nSnacks and drinks will be provided by Fresh Ideas\, members of the Black Student Union.. \nThis program is sponsored in collaboration with BSU and CAB. \n 
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/black-history-month-jeopardy-team-contest/
LOCATION:Jaenke Alumni Center\, 700 College Avenue\, Carlinville\, IL\, 62626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230221T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230221T200000
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SUMMARY:Spectrum Club Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Spectrum\, Blackburn’s club for LGBTQIA+ members and allies\, is holding a meeting on Tuesday\, Feb 21st from 6:30-8:00 p.m. in Lumpkin 120. Pizza and refreshments will be provided.
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/spectrum-club-meeting-4/
CATEGORIES:Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging,Engagement & Recreation,Students
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230210T210000
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SUMMARY:Concert - Meredith Pyle
DESCRIPTION:Blackburn’s Department of Music & Theatre continues its Guest Artist Series February 6 – 10\, 2023\, featuring Los Angeles-based professional singer\, actor\, and teacher Meredith Pyle. The week-long residency at Blackburn will include educational opportunities open to the public and conclude with a free community concert. \nKnown for her “vocal chameleon” versatility and strong musicianship\, Pyle is a full-time singer\, voice teacher\, and on-camera actress. She works primarily as a score vocalist for film and television projects\, including “Doctor Strange\,” “Frozen 2\,” “Mulan\,” “Sing 2\,” and more. She is on the roster of the award-winning ensemble ‘Tonality\,’ a group using the art of choral music to promote social justice\, and regularly sings with the Los Angeles Philharmonic. As an instructor\, Pyle currently serves on the voice faculty at USC and Pepperdine\, and has her private voice studio. \nThe Series is funded by Blackburn’s Student Experience Fund and presented in cooperation with the Office of Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion. \nRead the full press release >
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/concert-meredith-pyle/
LOCATION:Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College\, 700 College Avenue\, Carlinville\, IL\, 62626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academics,Alumni,Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging,Engagement & Recreation,Faculty & Staff,Music and Theatre,Students
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SUMMARY:CAB: Guest Artist Presentation - Meredith Pyle
DESCRIPTION:Blackburn’s Department of Music & Theatre continues its Guest Artist Series February 6 – 10\, 2023\, featuring Los Angeles-based professional singer\, actor\, and teacher Meredith Pyle. The week-long residency at Blackburn will include professional-level workshops open to the public and conclude with a free community concert. \nThe Guest Artist Series launched in the fall of 2022 as part of Blackburn’s innovative academic program – designed to hone music performance skills and share in-depth entrepreneurial knowledge needed to launch professional careers in the music industry. During her Blackburn residency\, Pyle will lead a presentation of “Don’t Sing It If You Don’t Mean It” on Thursday\, February 9\, at 4:30 pm in Bothwell Auditorium. \nAs a singer\, Pyle works primarily as a score vocalist for film and television projects such as “Doctor Strange\,” “Frozen 2\,” “Mulan\,” “Sing 2\,” and “Minions.” Additional credits include appearances on “The Ellen Show\,” NBC’s “The Real O’Neals\,” TV Land’s “Jennifer Falls\,” and she competed with her a cappella group ‘Snow Problem’ on The CW’s “Christmas Caroler Challenge.” She is on the roster of the award-winning ensemble ‘Tonality\,’ a group using the art of choral music to promote social justice. She sings regularly with the Los Angeles Philharmonic\, LA Master Chorale\, and many churches and synagogues around Los Angeles. As a teacher\, Pyle currently serves on the voice faculty at USC and Pepperdine and works extensively with Harvard-Westlake school. She is an active member of the National Association for Teachers of Singing and has a thriving private voice studio. \nThe Series is funded by Blackburn’s Student Experience Fund and presented in cooperation with the Office of Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion. \nRead the full press release >
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/guest-artist-presentation-meredith-pyle/
LOCATION:Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College\, 700 College Avenue\, Carlinville\, IL\, 62626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academics,Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging,Engagement & Recreation,Faculty & Staff,Music and Theatre,Students
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T130000
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SUMMARY:Black History Month Cultural Themed Luncheon and Karaoke.
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, February 9\, 2023\, members of the Black Student Union and CAB will host the Black History Month cultural themed luncheon and karaoke event. \nFresh Ideas will provide a cultural themed lunch that will highlight signature dishes that are featured in the Black/African American communities. \nWe look forward to your participation from 11:00am-1:00pm in celebration of this year’s 2023 Black History Month themed luncheon.
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/black-history-month-cultural-themed-luncheon-and-karaoke/
CATEGORIES:Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging,Faculty & Staff,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230207T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230207T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230201T210529Z
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SUMMARY:Spectrum Club Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Spectrum\, Blackburn’s club for LGBTQIA+ members and allies\, is holding a meeting on Tuesday\, Feb 7th from 6:30-8:00 p.m. in Lumpkin 120. Pizza and refreshments will be provided.
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/spectrum-club-meeting-3/
CATEGORIES:Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging,Engagement & Recreation,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230207T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230207T180000
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SUMMARY:CAB: Guest Artist Masterclass - Meredith Pyle
DESCRIPTION:Blackburn’s Department of Music & Theatre continues its Guest Artist Series February 6 – 10\, 2023\, featuring Los Angeles-based professional singer\, actor\, and teacher Meridith Pyle. The week-long residency at Blackburn will include professional-level workshops open to the public and conclude with a free community concert. \nThe Guest Artist Series launched in the fall of 2022 as part of Blackburn’s innovative academic program – designed to hone music performance skills and share in-depth entrepreneurial knowledge needed to launch professional careers in the music industry. During her Blackburn residency\, Pyle will lead a Masterclass on Tuesday\, February 7\, at 4:30 pm in Bothwell Auditorium.  \nAs a singer\, Pyle works primarily as a score vocalist for film and television projects such as “Doctor Strange\,” “Frozen 2\,” “Mulan\,” “Sing 2\,” and “Minions.” Additional credits include appearances on “The Ellen Show\,” NBC’s “The Real O’Neals\,” TV Land’s “Jennifer Falls\,” and she competed with her a cappella group ‘Snow Problem’ on The CW’s “Christmas Caroler Challenge.” She is on the roster of the award-winning ensemble ‘Tonality\,’ a group using the art of choral music to promote social justice. She sings regularly with the Los Angeles Philharmonic\, LA Master Chorale\, and many churches and synagogues around Los Angeles. As a teacher\, Pyle currently serves on the voice faculty at USC and Pepperdine and works extensively with Harvard-Westlake school. She is an active member of the National Association for Teachers of Singing and has a thriving private voice studio. \nThe Series is funded by Blackburn’s Student Experience Fund and presented in cooperation with the Office of Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion. \nRead the full press release >
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/guest-artist-masterclass-meredith-pyle/
LOCATION:Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College\, 700 College Avenue\, Carlinville\, IL\, 62626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academics,Alumni,Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging,Engagement & Recreation,Faculty & Staff,Featured,Music and Theatre,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230202T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230202T130000
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SUMMARY:Black History Month Trivia Contest
DESCRIPTION:Black History Month is an annual observance originating in the United States\, where it is also known as African-American History Month. \nOn Thursday\, February 2\, 2023 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.\, the Equity Center and the Black Student Union will host a Black History Month trivia contest. \nParticipants will have an opportunity to answer Black history trivia and facts and win a prize. Two winners will be selected. The prizes will include: Apple AirPods and Blackburn attire.
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/black-history-month-trivia-contest/
CATEGORIES:Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging,Faculty & Staff,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230129T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230129T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230125T201303Z
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SUMMARY:3v3 Intramurals Basketball Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Intramurals will be hosting a 3v3 Basketball Tournament Sunday January 29th\, at 5:00PM in Dawes Gymnasium. Everyone is encouraged to participate and attend. If you have any questions please email reed.rusten@blackburn.edu or nicholas.vaughn@blackburn.edu.
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/3v3-intramurals-basketball-tournament/
CATEGORIES:Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging,Engagement & Recreation,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230126T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230126T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T004337
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230120T195141Z
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SUMMARY:Spectrum Club Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Spectrum\, Blackburn’s club for LGBTQIA+ members and allies\, is holding their first meeting of the semester this Thursday\, January 26th in Lumpkin 120 from 6:30-8:00! Pizza and refreshments will be provided.
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/spectrum-club-meeting-2/
CATEGORIES:Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging,Engagement & Recreation,Faculty & Staff,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230126T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230126T150000
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SUMMARY:Diversity Day Program
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to the Equity Center’s Diversity Day in celebration of DEI and the contributions you have made to the area. Stop by the Equity Center in DCC between 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Thursday\, January 26\, 2022 with your favorite DEI apparel\, flyers\, poster boards\, flags\, pictures\, etc. We will be taking pictures and selecting three winners (a staff member\, a student\, and a faculty member). The winners will receive a DEI gift. Light Hors D’oeuvres will be served during your visit.
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/diversity-day-program/
CATEGORIES:Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging,Faculty & Staff,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230117T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230117T180000
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SUMMARY:Martin Luther King\, Jr. Convocation
DESCRIPTION:Watch the event from Bothwell Auditorium \nBlackburn College is bringing its annual Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) Convocation back to campus. The event will be held Tuesday\, January 17\, 2023\, in Bothwell Auditorium at 4:00 pm. The College last hosted an in-person MLK Convocation in January 2020\, holding virtual celebrations in 2021 and 2022. This year’s event will include the presentation of the annual Blackburn MLK Student Leadership Award\, a proclamation from Carlinville Mayor Sarah Oswald\, and a keynote address from Dr. Leon Chestang ‘59. The convocation is open to Blackburn faculty\, staff\, students\, and all members of the community. \nA distinguished social work educator\, scholar\, and expert on race and culture\, Dr. Chestang was among the first Black students admitted to Blackburn in 1954. After earning a Bachelor’s degree in sociology\, he received a Master’s degree at Washington University in St. Louis and a Ph.D. from the University of Chicago. Dr. Chestang served as Professor and Dean of the School of Social Work at Wayne State University in Detroit for nearly twenty years. Most recently\, he held the position of Visiting Professor and Associate Dean of the School of Social Work at Jackson State University.  \nDr. Chestang’s work is taught throughout the U.S. and internationally. He authored the first article on transracial adoption in social work literature and set the tone for much of the current efforts to find permanent adoptive homes for children. His doctoral dissertation broke new ground in understanding how African Americans achieve in the face of discrimination and racism. His career has included service as a child welfare worker\, private practitioner of counseling children and families\, and community organizer. In addition\, he has served as a distinguished visiting professor or lecturer at Howard University\, Norfolk State University\, Fordham University\, New York University\, Columbia University\, the University of Michigan\, Bryn Mawr College\, and the University of Utah. \n“Dr. Chestang’s extraordinary insights as part of the first generation of Black scholars admitted to Blackburn during a transformational time for this College and country will inspire and empower this campus and community\,” said Dr. Margaret Lawler\, Executive Director of Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion at Blackburn. “Our annual convocation is an opportunity to both celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. and recommit ourselves to the ideals of diversity\, equity\, and inclusion\, which are directly linked to the College’s mission\, values\, and goals.” \nLawler continued\, “We are excited to welcome Dr. Chestang back to campus as the keynote speaker\, learn from his expertise\, and grow in our awareness.” \nBlackburn College’s annual MLK Convocation is coordinated by the Office of Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion and will feature a public reception before and after the event.
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/martin-luther-king-jr-convocation/
LOCATION:Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College\, 700 College Avenue\, Carlinville\, IL\, 62626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academic Calendar,Alumni,Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging,Faculty & Staff,Featured,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221208T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221208T180000
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CREATED:20221206T172805Z
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SUMMARY:LGBTQ Jeopardy
DESCRIPTION:Please join Spectrum club for their first annual charity fundraiser this Thursday night from 6-7pm in Woodson 100A+C for an enlightening\, friendly game of Jeopardy! Come in teams of up to 3 people to test your knowledge and learn about LGBTQ history and identity! \nDonation fee for students is $2 per person or $5 per student team of 3; $5 for faculty/staff. Snacks provided. Prizes as follows: 1st place: $25 per person\, 2nd place: $20 per person\, 3rd place: $15 per person. Please contact Spectrum’s advisor\, Dr. Lawrence\, with any questions: nicole.lawrence@blackburn.edu \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/lgbtq-jeopardy/
CATEGORIES:Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging,Engagement & Recreation,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221205T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221205T180000
DTSTAMP:20260415T004337
CREATED:20221122T201600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T225018Z
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SUMMARY:IDEAs Challenge Celebration
DESCRIPTION:IDEAs Challenge Celebration \nStudents\, Faculty\, and Staff\, are invited to join the Diversity\, Equity and Inclusion office for their IDEAs Challenge Celebration. \nThis Celebration will take place on Monday\, December 5th\, from 4-6 pm in the Renner Art Gallery. \nThis celebration will combine displaying submissions and connecting with students who participated in the IDEAs challenge. The IDEAs Challenge was initiated and funded by a Blackburn alumnus who is grateful for the positive impact of Blackburn College on his values of diversity and inclusion. The deep friendships and understandings that resulted from his interactions with students of different ethnicities\, cultures\, and viewpoints are among his most valued lessons from his own Blackburn years. \nIDEAs Challenge submission types include; written essays\, original stories\, or poems; drawn\, painted\, or another piece of visual art; a performance of original song\, dance\, play\, or music. \nWe hope to see you all there to celebrate some of our amazing students and their IDEAs submissions.
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/ideas-challenge-celebration/
CATEGORIES:Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221027T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221027T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T004337
CREATED:20221019T170243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221019T175123Z
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SUMMARY:Day of the Dead Cookie Party
DESCRIPTION:Spanish Club invites you to\nDÍA DE LOS MUERTOS\nA Day of the Dead celebration \n• Decorate & eat skull cookies\n• De-stress w/ coloring pages\n• Enjoy Mexican hot chocolate \nThurs\, Oct 27\n7 – 8 PM\nRAHME 108\nFREE TO EVERYONE AT BLACKBURN
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/day-of-the-dead-cookie-party/
CATEGORIES:Academics,Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221020T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221020T220000
DTSTAMP:20260415T004337
CREATED:20221014T040959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221014T041012Z
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SUMMARY:Pride Bonfire
DESCRIPTION:Due to the weather the Pride Bonfire will be postponed to October 20th. Sorry for the inconvenience and we hope to see you all  there next week. The time and location will remain at the Jewell fire pit (by the tennis courts) from 8pm-10pm.  \nPrevious: For National Coming Out Day\, CAB\, The Equity Center and Jewell hall will present a Pride Bonfire at the Jewell Firepit on October 11th starting at 8pm.
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/pride-bonfire/
CATEGORIES:Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221012T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221012T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T004337
CREATED:20221004T144421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221004T161114Z
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SUMMARY:Study Abroad Info Night
DESCRIPTION:Ever wanted to study abroad? Now is your chance to get all the details! Where can you go? How will studying abroad fit into your coursework at Blackburn? How much will it cost? Bring questions and get answers! There will be a special guest who will give a presentation about her summer study abroad adventure in Seville\, Spain. \nWe’ll meet in the Reading Room (main area) of Lumpkin from 7:00-8:00 p.m. \nContact Siri Engstrom\, International Programs Coordinator\, with any questions.
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/study-abroad-info-night/
CATEGORIES:Academics,Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221007T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221007T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T004337
CREATED:20221014T041350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221014T041350Z
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SUMMARY:Anime Movie Night
DESCRIPTION:Calling all anime lovers! Come to the equity center (room 103 in the Demuzio Campus Center) to watch the movie\, Your Name\, on Friday the 7th at 6pm. Pizza and chips will be provided\, but feel free to bring your favorite movie snack with you!
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/anime-movie-night/
CATEGORIES:Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221006T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221006T183000
DTSTAMP:20260415T004337
CREATED:20221004T173042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221004T173042Z
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SUMMARY:BSU and Spectrum Fall Cookout
DESCRIPTION:On October 6 from 5pm to 6:30pm on the DCC Patio\, Spectrum and the BSU will be hosting a cookout for all to come and get to know the organizations. There will be food\, fun\, and everyone will get the chance to decorate some diversity cupcakes.
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/bsu-and-spectrum-fall-cookout/
CATEGORIES:Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging,Students
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221101
DTSTAMP:20260415T004337
CREATED:20221007T202902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221007T204258Z
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SUMMARY:October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)
DESCRIPTION:October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). The purpose of NDEAM is to educate about disability employment issues and celebrate the many and varied contributions of America’s workers with disabilities. NDEAM celebrates the contributions of America’s workers with disabilities past and present and showcases supportive\, inclusive employment policies and practices. In recognition of the important role people with disabilities play in a diverse and inclusive American workforce\, the theme for NDEAM 2022 “Disability: Part of the Equity Equation.” \n  \nThe history of NDEAM traces back to 1945\, when Congress enacted a law declaring the first week in October each year “National Employ the Physically Handicapped Week.” In 1962\, the word “physically” was removed to acknowledge the employment needs and contributions of individuals with all types of disabilities. In 1988\, Congress expanded the week to a month and changed the name to National Disability Employment Awareness Month. The 2021 theme was “America’s Recovery: Powered by Inclusion.” \n  \n 
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/october-is-national-disability-employment-awareness-month-ndeam/
CATEGORIES:Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220928T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220928T124500
DTSTAMP:20260415T004337
CREATED:20220916T165133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230719T183313Z
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SUMMARY:Diversity Learning Circles - Series
DESCRIPTION:The Diversity Learning Circles program is an interactive topic discussion where participants from diverse backgrounds and experiences can come together to learn from one another. \nCome join us during your lunch break and share in the discussion. \nDemuzio Campus Center – ADRs. Free Lunch Provided Please RSVP to Dr. Margaret Lawler by the Friday before the event. \n  \nAugust\nGuest Speaker: Dr. Karen Dillon – Dr. Dillon will share information from the “Legacy of Slavery” workshop she attended this past semester. \nSeptember\nGuest Speaker: Dr. Collin Vorbeck will lead a discussion for September’s Diversity Learning Circle series entitled: Microintervention Strategies. Dr. Vorbeck will provide a new concept\, microinterventions\, the everyday antibias actions taken by targets\, parents\, significant others\, allies\, and well-intentioned bystanders to counteract\, challenge\, diminish\, or neutralize individual and systemic racism. Dr. Vorbeck will read passages from the book “Microintervention Strategies: What You Can Do to Disarm and Dismantle Individual and Systemic Racism and Bias” to lead the discussion. \nOctober\nGuest Speaker:  Brianna Sutton will lead a discussion during October’s Diversity Learning Circle series entitled: Supporting Students in Higher Education. Brianna is the Director of Blackburn and Beyond. Brianna will provide simple strategies about working with a variety of students in a variety of settings. Also\, examining how working with the neurodiverse population does not differ from the general population with the same expectations and consequences but with more patience and time. \nNovember\nGuest Speaker:  Dr. Angela Morenz will lead a discussion about the impact that Title IX has had in the 50 years since it was passed into law. The discussion will include the history of sports for women\, the challenge to status quo\, and a look at the numbers (participation\, coaching\, administration\, etc). \nThe first 10 participants will receive a gift supporting the 50th anniversary of Title IX. \nFebruary\nGuest Speaker:  Dianna Ruyle will lead a discussion during February’s Diversity Learning Circle series entitled: Courageous Conversations. Difficult conversations happen everyday on campus. How we engage in these conversations can result in a positive or negative outcome. Let’s talk about how we can have more positive conversations and build relationships.\n  \n \nSponsored by the Office of Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion – Ludlum 110 \nThe Office of Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion will host monthly Diversity Learning Circles lunch and learn discussions. This discussion will provide a safe space for participants to talk and engage with each other about current issues impacting our local\, national\, and global communities. Please join us on the last Wednesday of each month from 12:00p.m. – 12:45p.m. to engage in various topics focused on diversity\, equity\, and inclusion. Each session will be hosted by a guest speaker. For more information about the upcoming Diversity Learning Circles lunch and learn discussions\, please contact Dr. Margaret Lawler.
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/diversity-learning-circles-series/
CATEGORIES:Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging,Faculty & Staff,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T004337
CREATED:20220920T172530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T172530Z
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SUMMARY:Spectrum Club Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Spectrum\, Blackburn’s student group for members of the LGBTQIAP+ community and Allies\, holds meetings from 6:00 – 7:30 pm on Thursdays in Lumpkin 120. If you’re already a member or are someone interested in potentially joining\, please join us for food\, club activities\, and as we plan on organizing different events throughout the semester! Hosted by Dr. Nicole Lawrence. \n  \nUpcoming meetings: \n\nThursday\, September 22\nThursday\, October 20\nThursday\, November 10\nThursday\, November 17\nThursday\, December 8
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/spectrum-club-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220915T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220915T150000
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CREATED:20220912T134954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220912T134954Z
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SUMMARY:Equity Center Open House
DESCRIPTION:Equity Center Open House \nDemuzio Campus Center Room 103 \n12 p.m. to 3 p.m. \nJoin us in the Equity Center for trivia\, prizes and treats!
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/equity-center-open-house/
CATEGORIES:Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220831T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220831T124500
DTSTAMP:20260415T004337
CREATED:20220817T210804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T181616Z
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SUMMARY:Diversity Learning Circles
DESCRIPTION:The Diversity Learning Circles program is an interactive topic discussion where participants from diverse backgrounds and experiences can come together to learn from one another. \nCome join us during your lunch break and share in the discussion. \nADR – Ding. Free lunch provided. Please RSVP to Dr. Margaret Lawler by Friday\, August 26\, 2022 \nGuest Speaker: Dr. Karen Dillon will be the guest presenter and will share information from the “Legacy of Slavery” workshop she attended this past semester. \nSponsored by the Office of Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion – Ludlum 110 \nThe Office of Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion will host monthly Diversity Learning Circles lunch and learn discussions. This discussion will provide a safe space for participants to talk and engage with each other about current issues impacting our local\, national\, and global communities. Please join us on the last Wednesday of each month from 12:00p.m. – 12:45p.m. to engage in various topics focused on diversity\, equity\, and inclusion. Each session will be hosted by a guest speaker. For more information about the upcoming Diversity Learning Circles lunch and learn discussions\, please contact Dr. Margaret Lawler.
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/diversity-learning-circles/
CATEGORIES:Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging,Featured,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220622T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220622T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T004337
CREATED:20220616T220829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220616T220829Z
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Blackburn College Celebrates Juneteenth\nJuneteenth is June 19 – Celebrating Freedom Since 1865 \nThis year\, Blackburn College offices will be closed on June 20th\, 2022 in observance of the Juneteenth federal holiday. There will be a campus celebration on Wednesday\, June 22 where all Blackburn students\, faculty and staff are invited to attend a Juneteenth Barbeque Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. in DCC. \n \nSponsored by the Offices of Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion\, Work Program and the President’s Office\n 
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/juneteenth-luncheon/
CATEGORIES:Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging
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