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Today: The Edwardian Decade: 1901-1910, through the eyes of Max Beerbohm and George Bernard Shaw with Simon Rees! An online lecture about George Bernard Shaw and the "Incomparable Max": bit.ly/3B1tyIQ

WITH VIDEO this time! Diving into the history of Route 66 and the Green Book is a critical step for those of us attending AM66 to take, because the conversation will not only uncover a critical piece of American history but also provides an opportunity for reflection on how we can integrate these lessons into our entire lives, and by extension, our professional life. At this incredible event orchestrated by the most amazing Tanya Blackwell and Sybile Bayiha at AM66, we'll explore this story's deep connections to today's challenges in research administration, focusing on creating diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environments that are true safe spaces. The story of Route 66 is a powerful reminder of resilience and the need for systemic change. This session will draw parallels between historical strategies used to navigate segregation and discrimination and modern strategies we can employ to enhance our professional communities. The goal is to learn from struggles faced by members of our community in the past and present, acknowledge the system of oppression that continues to influence and impact all of us, and incorporate the wisdom of those who have faced these challenges before to guide us on our own journey. Join us as we delve into how understanding our history can inspire and inform our career trajectories and lead to more inclusive professional practices. Mark your calendars for this enlightening discussion, and be prepared to engage in a transformative conversation that promises not just to educate but to inspire action within our field and beyond. Navigating Your Career: Lessons from Route 66 and the Negro Motorist Green Book 8/6/2024 01:15 PM - 02:15 PM Building on the insights gained from the webinar "The Roots of Route 66: A Journey of Resilience and Progress," this concurrent session delves deeper into the lessons Route 66 offers for navigating our careers in research administration. Just as Route 66 symbolizes a journey of resilience and progress, our professional paths are marked by challenges, obstacles, and opportunities for growth. During this session, participants will explore how the history and stories of Route 66 can inform and inspire their career journeys. We will draw parallels between the strategies used by black Americans to overcome segregation and discrimination and the strategies we can employ to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment in our profession. Join us to rediscover your journey and chart a course for success. https://lnkd.in/eZHNeBM4

Just a little over a month after Juneteenth, I am reminded of the urgency of radical imagination. Juneteenth offers a paradigm for us to continuously consider what might be and what can be when confronted with what is. It is what happens when folks refuse to stop imagining, refuse to understand themselves on white supremacist terms, and refuse to allow the conditions of the time to constrain their capacity to be present in their humanity. Juneteenth embodies an imaginative practice that recovers the possibilities and potentialities of Black life (what might be); it represents an imaginative practice that honors the ways Black folks insist on loving ourselves and each other (what can be); and it is an imaginative practice that reckons with the realities that work to violently undermine our liberation (what is). To radically imagine is to urgently love Blackness, and to value Blackness is to embrace the urgency of radical imagination. I reflect on both in my recent keynote at the University of Colorado Boulder: “Loving Blackness and Humanizing Imagination: (Re)engaging Shared Equity Leadership." I invite you to watch the address here: https://lnkd.in/gAy3bHUa   How are you radically imagining today? Nancy Maingi Ngwu, College of Media, Communication and Information, Communication Department #Juneteenth

🗺️ On This Day: October 18, 1905 - Theodore Roosevelt Begins Southern Speaking Tour 🗺️ On October 18, 1905, President Theodore Roosevelt embarked on a landmark speaking tour across the Southern United States. This journey through Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Arkansas, and Louisiana was part of Roosevelt’s broader effort to promote national unity and bridge the lingering divides between North and South. During the tour, Roosevelt addressed several key themes that were central to his vision for the country: • National Unity: TR emphasized the importance of healing the divisions left by the Civil War, calling for all Americans to work together for the common good. • Economic Development: He spoke about the South’s potential for growth, encouraging investments in industry, agriculture, and infrastructure to boost the region’s prosperity. • Social Progress: Roosevelt advocated for improvements in education, fair labor practices, and the need for the government to play a proactive role in ensuring justice and opportunity for all citizens. This tour was significant not only for its message of reconciliation but also for Roosevelt’s attempt to connect with Southern audiences and address the unique challenges they faced. By engaging directly with the people of the South, TR aimed to foster a sense of shared purpose and national pride, laying the groundwork for a more unified and prosperous America. #OnThisDay #TheodoreRoosevelt #TRLegacy #AmericanHistory #SouthernTour #NationalUnity #ProgressiveEra

Happy Presidents' Day! Washington's Birthday, also known as Presidents' Day, is a federal holiday held on the third Monday of February. The day honors presidents of the United States, including George Washington, the USA's first president. #PresidentsDay #Holiday #HappyPresidentsDay #socialmediapost #realestate #realtor Follow me for more! #realestate

The Man Who Started It All: The Philosophy of Personal Development! The Author of 'Think and Grow Rich,' 'The Law of Success,' 'Outwitting The Devil,' and many more fascinating books on how to harness the power of your own mind and become the strongest version of yourself. Who are you, really? What is your purpose? Think 🤔, Grow 🪴, Prosper 💰! Make it a great day!

Happy Presidents' Day from Vi! Did you know that half of US Presidents come from only 4 states: 8 from Virginia, 7 from Ohio, 5 from New York & 4 from Massachusetts? Enjoy today learning about presidential facts and history!   #viliving #seniorliving #presidentsday

If you ever wondered about the history of the Duke family behind Duke University, Duke Energy and The Duke Endowment, read all about them at the link below:

Fantastic review of Jean Becker's newly released book, “Character Matters: And Other Life Lessons From George H.W. Bush,” in the The Wall Street Journal. What a great way to highlight the significance of President Bush's values of integrity, leadership and service. Read the full review: https://lnkd.in/dnjV-Gy5 #CharacterMatters #GeorgeHWBush #Legacy #41at100

Knowledge is power…