Framing the Dialogue

The Commons presents this series, in collaboration with campus partners and visiting scholars, to invite dialogue across disciplines that references the broader conversations we face at a societal level. These events broach topics of intersectional identity, community, and the sociopolitical implications of events, recognizing that many of our most powerful institutions and systems can benefit from reflecting on their efforts toward equity. // Photo by Laura Kingston

Community Conversations

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Unrolling the Boulder

Within this theme, we explore:

What does a just society look like?
Why does representation matter?
How do identities and histories influence the way we show up in spaces?
How does community benefit from sharing the microphone?
Are we all connected in struggle?
What does true liberation look like?