Series: 5. Demystifying Policy-Relevant Research Episode: 1. Dr. Wendy Regoeczi, Cleveland State University Podcast #: 61 Release Date: August 30, 2021 Summary: This week the podcast continues with the new series – demystifying policy-relevant research-in collaboration with the Northeast Ohio Chapter of Scholars Strategy Network. Ashley and Casey speak with Dr. Wendy Regoeczi, professor and chair of the Department of Criminology, Anthropology, and Sociology at Cleveland State University. The conversation centers around new reforms in the Cuyahoga County criminal justice…
Nonviolent Action as a College Student
Nonviolent Action as a College Student by Sabrina Nichol, Peace and Conflict Studies Major, Kent State University We often hear talk of, and many have even taken part in, strikes, boycotts, protests, sit-ins, civil disobedience and the like, all actions used to influence and encourage social change. What do these actions have in common? They are all methods of nonviolent action: a technique of action for applying power in a conflict by using methods that are not physically violent. It…
Save the Date: Race, Place and Political Boundaries
Race, Place, and Political Boundaries September 21, 2021 Oscar Ritchie Hall, Kent State University Part of our new Race and Democracy in Northeast Ohio Series— a collaboration with the School of Peace and Conflict Studies and the Center for Pan African Culture. We will be exploring the relationship between race and place, focusing on the significance of political boundaries–from redistricting to redlining. The event will be part teach-in/ facilitated discussion and part map drawing workshop. Join us for all or part…
NEW SERIES: Series 5 Episode 1 – Dr. Sharona Hoffman, Case Western Reserve
Series: 5. Demystifying Policy-Relevant Research Episode: 1. Dr. Sharona Hoffman, Case Western Reserve Podcast #: 60 Release Date: August 17, 2021 Summary: This week the podcast launches a new series – demystifying policy-relevant research – in collaboration with the Northeast Ohio Chapter of Scholars Strategy Network. Ashley and Casey speak with Professor Sharona Hoffman, Co-Director of the Law-Medicine Center at Case Western Reserve’s School of Law. The conversation centers around the use of Artificial Intelligence in medical decisions, specifically thinking through…
Series 2 Episode 24 – Bryson Davis, Akron Leadership Foundation
Series: 2. Power of Civic and Political Engagement Episode: 24. Bryson Davis, Akron Leadership Foundation Podcast #: 59 Release Date: August 2, 2021 Summary: After a long break, we are back! This week the podcast continues the series The Power of Political and Civic Engagement. In this episode, Ashley and Casey welcome Bryson Davis from the Akron Leadership Foundation. The discussion focuses on the importance of solidarity and grace in civic engagement. Links: www.akronlf.org/our-team-1 Hosts: Casey Boyd-Swan & Ashley Nickels Listen…