News and Events

Dr. Les Gray will present on discourse and dissent - rehearsing and creating connection during difficult conversations.
Discourse and Dissent: Rehearsing and Creating Connection during Difficult Conversations
Wed, Dec 3, 2025 | 4:30pm
Discussion of Our Minds Matter program by Dr. Jordan Booker.
The Potential for Student-Led High School Initiatives to Promote Mental Health and Wellness at Schools: Early Findings and Community Discussion
Wed, Nov 19, 2025 | 4:30pm
The cover of the book titled Confluences: Religion, Health, and Diversity in Missouri and the names of the three discussants.
Religion and Diversity in Missouri
Wed, Oct 22, 2025 | 4:30pm
Dr. Carney and book cover, “Disreputable Women: Black Sex Economies and the Making of San Diego”
Author Meets Critic - Dr. Carney Discusses "Disreputable Women Black Sex Economies and the Making of San Diego"
Tue, Sep 16, 2025 | 4:30pm
details of A place of rage event on may 29 at 7 pm
Film Screening and Community Conversation - A Place of Rage
Thu, May 29, 2025 | 7:00pm
Rachel Hardeman Lecture
Structural Racism and Supporting Black LivesThe Role of Health Professionals
Tue, Nov 12, 2024 | 4:00pm
Research Discussion - Racism on the Mind: Exploring the Psychological Consequences of Racism-Related Rumination among Black Families
Racism on the Mind: Exploring the Psychological Consequences of Racism-Related Rumination among Black Families
Tue, Sep 24, 2024 | 1:00pm
Picture of Playwright Keenan Scott, II and event information
"The Genius of Being Stupid" Journey from Special Education to Broadway Playwright
Fri, Sep 20, 2024 | 5:00pm
Celebrate Black History Month!  We look forward to listening while Dr. Frisby and Dr. Cooper discuss issues surrounding race, sports, and Black resistance. There will also be a Q&A session.  Come in person or register for the zoom session here: https://tinyurl.com/MCAthletesResist
We're Not Playing Anymore: Athletes and Resistance
Wed, Feb 22, 2023 | 4:30pm
Flyer for Stolen Children Stolen Lands
Stolen Children, Stolen Lands
Wed, Nov 16, 2022 | 4:30pm
Flyer for Conversations at the Crossroads
Conversations at the Crossroads
Wed, Oct 12, 2022 | 4:30pm
Constitution Day lecture flyer
Constitution Day Lecture
Thu, Sep 15, 2022 | 5:00pm
Flyer for Dr. Kris Manjapra event
Emancipations and Reparations: Lessons from Black Ghost of Empire
Wed, Sep 14, 2022 | 4:30pm
Flyer for the Racialization of Religion
The Racialization of Religion
Wed, Apr 6, 2022 | 4:30pm
Flyer for On Theory Event
On Theory: De-Politicizing the Work of Scholars
Wed, Feb 23, 2022 | 4:30pm
Photo of Paul Butler
Paul Butler
Wed, Feb 9, 2022 | 4:30pm
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Juneteenth, Now a National Holiday
Mary Lou Williams: Jazz Composer, Pianist, Activist"
Mary Lou Williams: Jazz Composer, Pianist, Activist
Thu, Feb 25, 2021 | 4:00pm
Race, Country, and American Music: A Conversation with Rissi Palmer
Race, Country, and American Music: A Conversation with Rissi Palmer
Wed, Feb 17, 2021 | 10:30am
stephanie shonekan
A House Divided
Protests, Patriots and Partisanship
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UM Board of Curators approves the naming of the Michael A. Middleton Center for Race, Citizenship, and Justice
September 24, 2020