What does it mean to be American? How do we measure someone’s contribution to society? Who is worthy of pursuing the American dream? Join an engaging conversation hosted by the Diversity Programming Board based on themes explored in our common read book: “The Undocumented Americans,” by Karla Cornejo Villavicencio. We’ll provide some historical context on immigration, clarify terminology and misconceptions, and have an opportunity for questions and discussion.
You do not have to read the book to participate! ALL are welcome to join the conversation! See below for event details and the Zoom link.
Faculty: Please consider offering extra credit for attendance at DPB events!
Courageous Conversations: Who Is Worthy of the American Dream?
Date: Nov. 18
Time: 12 p.m. (Noon) Pacific Time
Join Zoom Link
Courageous Conversations is sponsored by RCC’s Diversity Programming Board.
Resources:
- The Undocumented Americans e-book (EBSCO via RCC Library). Paperback also available for borrowing at the RCC Library at all three campuses.
- The Workers Rebuilding Communities After Natural Disasters (TED Talk video, 12 mins)
- How Does Immigration Affect the United States? (Article, UC Davis Magazine)
- Immigration Stories Online Exhibit (Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino)
For More Information:
Lucia Bartscher, Chair, Diversity Programming Board, by email or on Teams.
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