Learn more about the entire series at furman.edu/straight-talk
Presented by the Riley Institute and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) in partnership with South Carolina ETV
StraightTalk 2021 is a three-part series that will explore the continued impact of structural racism — the broad system of policies, practices, structures, and norms that perpetuate and reinforce racial inequities — in the United States and what we can do as a community and a country to create a more just society.
Racism and racial injustice are often in headlines and spur frequent protests. With heightened attention to these complex issues and the promise of federal investment in communities as they recover from losses due to COVID-19, now is a pivotal moment. How might these funds and other measures be employed to counteract the exacerbation of racial inequities during the pandemic? What can local leaders do to build up communities and drive equitable outcomes? What is our hope in this moment?
In-person attendance at McAlister Auditorium is required for Furman students and is open to faculty and staff. Due to the surge of COVID-19 cases in the Upstate, the general public should access the event via Zoom webinar. Please see below for ticket and registration information.
General public (virtual only): $10 per session | $25 entire series | Register here
Furman students (in-person only): No registration required. CLP pending.
Furman faculty and staff may choose in-person or virtual attendance. No registration required for in-person attendance. Email rileyinstitute@furman.edu for virtual registration information.
OLLI members, please direct any questions to OLLI@furman.edu.
Due to speaker availability, this series will be a combination of in-person and virtual speakers.