April 12, 2021 – Millikin University will present the 5th annual Civic Discourse Week April 12-16, 2021. In the midst of an increasingly diverse array of perspectives, civic discourse helps demonstrate shared responsibility to one another, our commitment to our systems, and the willingness to choose to elevate the conversation.
This year’s Civic Discourse Week theme is “Identity with Intention” featuring interactive discussions and activities focused on particular topics, including the LGBTQ+ community, underrepresented and marginalized identities, diversity, inclusion, equity matters, and raising awareness on combating all sexual violence.
Civic Discourse Week 2021 includes the following events.
Monday, April 12 – Safe Zone Training
10 a.m. – 12 noon, President’s Dining Room, 3rd floor of the University Commons
Participation by sign-up only
Tuesday, April 13 – Intersectionality Project featuring Leslie Deeb
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., the event will take place on Zoom
Participation by sign-up only
Wednesday, April 14 – Sinclair Ceasar III
6 p.m., the event will take place on Zoom
Thursday, April 15 – Conversation on Race with Abu Ansari
7 p.m., Bob and Debi Johnston Banquet Rooms, 3rd floor of the University Commons
Friday, April 16 – Take Back the Night
7 p.m., Miller Quad on Millikin University’s campus
