Past Events

Watson presents a night of spoken word and hip-hop with local artists

Co-sponsored by the Brown Center for Students of Color Black heritage series and Watson’s Diversity and Inclusion Committee
, The Agora

In honor of Black History Month, the Watson Institute presents a night of spoken word and open mic night with local hip-hop artists Chachi Carvalho and Othannah Tomasina.

Students are invited to perform!

Chachi Carvalho is a multi-talented artist and educator who comes from a longRead More

Iron Birds: Screening and Panel Discussion

Watson Institute for International and Public Affairs
, Joukowsky Forum (155)

Join the Watson Institute for a screening of clips from the upcoming documentary Iron Birds, followed by a panel discussion. The distinguished panel of scholars, filmmakers, and policymakers seeks to identify and explain Ukraine’s geopolitical significance and strategic importance in fostering stability in Eastern Europe, which is not just a matter of regional concern but a critical globalRead More

New Book Talks: Juliet Hooker, Black Grief/White Grievance

(CSREA) Center for the Study of Race and Ethnicity in America
, 305

This event will be presented both online and in-person. No matter how you choose to join us, please register to attend.

CSREA’s New Book Talks highlight new and notable works studying race, ethnicity, and indigeneity. These events facilitate thought-provoking and critical engagementRead More

What Rui Carvalho is Thinking About Now

Center for the Study of Race and Ethnicity in America

“What I Am Thinking About Now” is an informal workshop/seminar series where faculty and graduate students present recently published works and works in progress for early-stage feedback and development.

Rui F. Carvalho, Doctoral Candidate in Sociology

Racial Inequalities and the International Migration of BraziliansRead More

Bringing the struggle against the death penalty to the campus: an educational and organizational perspective. A talk by Silvia Federici

The Pembroke Center
, 305

Silvia Federici is a longtime feminist activist, teacher and writer.

In 1972 she was among the founders of the International Feminist Collective, the organization that launched the Campaign for Wages For Housework in the US and abroad. She has also been active in the anti-globalization movement and the anti-Read More

What Alison Tovar is Thinking About Now

Center for the Study of Race and Ethnicity in America

“What I Am Thinking About Now” is an informal workshop/seminar series where faculty and graduate students present recently published works and works in progress for early-stage feedback and development. 

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Yung Pueblo: The Power of Reflection to Repair

Center for the Study of Race and Ethnicity in America
, 130

Yung Pueblo

Healing Wounded Communities: The Power of Reflection to Repair

This event is presented both in-person and virtually. No matter how you choose to join us, please register to attend.

AsRead More

Advancing Antiracism, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in STEMM Organizations: Beyond Broadening Participation

Office of Belonging, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Epistemologies of Recognition: Contending with Colonial Stonework on Indigenous Land

Native American and Indigenous Studies Initiative
, Petteruti Lounge

Join the Native American and Indigenous Studies Initiative (NAISI) for the final Faculty Brown Bag of the semester with NAISI-affiliated Mellon Postdoctoral Fellow Eric Johnson.  After decades of skepticism, new data indicates that Indigenous stone constructions are an important feature of Native Northeastern cultural landscapeRead More

NAISI Faculty Brown Bag: Eric Johnson

Native American and Indigenous Studies Initiative
, Petteruti Lounge

Join the Native American and Indigenous Studies Initiative (NAISI) for the final Faculty Brown Bag of the semester with NAISI-affiliated Mellon Postdoctoral Fellow Eric Johnson. This 90-minute total session will include Q&A, conversation, and an opportunity to “workshop” with Dr. Johnson. Lunch will be served!

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