Acknowledging the impact and continued influence of colonialism is an often overlooked but ever-important first step in creating a world that is equal and peaceful ..read more

Join us for a discussion with Professor June Thomas about her new book, Struggling to Learn An Intimate History of School Desegregation in South Carolina. The discussion will be moderated by Professor Julius B. Fleming and Professor Hoda Mahmoudi.  ..read more

Technological advancements can present exciting opportunities and aid the world in previously unimagined ways. However, like most things, they require critical evaluation and analysis to help mitigate the potential negative repercussions they can bring. New technologies present new ethical and moral quandaries that deserve significant attention and discussion.  ..read more

The question of responsibility is not an easy one to answer. The further it is contemplated, the more multifaceted and complex issues arise ..read more

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In many cases, these systems are not failing; they are working as designed. Many global systems we still rely on were developed by a very narrow demographic and were never meant to promote the equality of marginalized populations. Therefore, we must closely examine both the intent and the impact of our global systems and move from an ideology of equality to one of equity, where everyone is given the resources they need while balancing the interests of the planet as a whole.  ..read more

Each year the digital sphere becomes more entwined with daily life, and society in general. This shift necessitates that our framework for conceptualizing the role of technology must continue to evolve as well.  ..read more

In her talk “Dignity, Repair & Retreat: reflections on anticolonial and anti-racist solidarity” Dr. Olivia Umurerwa Rutazibwa, touches on the many ways that our history of colonialism has shaped our current ways of thinking and epistemic paradigms ..read more

As with many other current events like coronavirus and the war in Ukraine, this chapter exhibits uncannily good release timing. The piece focuses primarily on Mastodon, an alternative to Twitter ..read more

This event features the editors of the recent volume Fundamental Challenges to Global Peace and Security: The Future of Humanity. Professor Michael H. Allen, Professor Hoda Mahmoudi, and Dr. Kate Seaman. The discussion will explore the challenges raised in the volume around current thinking and strategies in the field of global peace and security. The discussion will be moderated by Stella Holladay Hudson.  ..read more