Please fill out this form before February 6th to indicate your participation in the virtual speaker session If Black Lives Matter at School, the What is Race? with Dr. Marcus Croom.
When: Thursday, February 8, 2024 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Where: Zoom (link provided after registration)
Description: This critical dialogue features a brief discussion led by Dr. Marcus Croom (Indiana University Bloomington) and facilitated by Dr. Dianne Wellington (SUNY Cortland, Literacy Department). Dr. Croom will discuss the continued urgency of enhancing the ways in which individuals understand race and its implications for teaching Racial Literacies in schools. This event is organized by Dr. Dianne Wellington and the Literacy Department.
Marcus Croom, Ph.D. is a career educator and father of two Black children. His life’s work is improving living and learning within racialized societies. Currently, he is an Assistant Professor at the School of Education, Indiana University Bloomington, and helps undergraduate and graduate students understand race and literacies. His book, Real Talk? How to Discuss Race, Racism, and Politics in 21st Century American Schools is a practical guide for educators and communities across the U.S. Dr. Croom is committed to helping educators develop racial literacies for teaching and learning in the 21st century.
Event Sponsors: Literacy Department, School of Education, Center for Ethics, Peace and Social Justice, Cortland Urban Recruitment of Educators (C.U.R.E.), Foundations and Social Advocacy Department, Sophia’s Garden.
After signing up, you will receive a Zoom link invitation to participate on February 6th.
For more information, contact Dr. Dianne Wellington at Dianne.Wellington@cortland.edu
