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Online degrees available. Choose from seven completely online programs.Online degrees available. Choose from seven completely online programs.

Our American Roots, An Exploration of Cultures: A Four-Part Series

 

Understanding AppalachiaThe Most Misunderstood Region in the Country.
Thursday, February 8, 2024, 5 p.m.,* CNS New Hope Center, 602 Scarboro Rd.
Speaker: Dr. Chad Berry, Vice President for Alumni, Communications and Philanthrophy at Berea College.

Dr. Chad Berry - biography
Persecution of Uyghurs in ChinaA Uyghur’s Perspective.
Tuesday, March 26, 2024, 5 p.m.,* CNS New Hope Center, 602 Scarboro Rd.
Speaker: Dr. Abdurahim Oguz, ORNL Physicist and Uyghur.

Dr. Abdurahim Oguz - biography


Latino Immigration IssuesNavigating Identities and Borders: The Evolution of Latino Immigration and U.S. Policy
Tuesday, April 9, 2024, 5 p.m.,* CNS New Hope Center, 602 Scarboro Rd.
Speaker: Arléne Amarante, Assistant Professor of Law, Lincoln Memorial University.

Arléne Amarante - biography


Jewish Experience in East TennesseeFrom Peddlers to PhDs.
Thursday, May 16, 2024, 5 p.m.,* CNS New Hope Center, 602 Scarboro Rd.
Speaker: Wendy Besmann, Author of A Separate Circle: Jewish Life in Knoxville.

Wendy Besmann - biography


*Doors open at 5:00 p.m. for a reception for the speakers. Light food will be served. Presentations begin at 6:00 p.m.

The Implementation of Our American Roots is based on the following premise: The “us vs. them” mentality is pervasive in many areas. And yet, as members of the human race, we are all more alike than we are different. Even so, there are differences among us – differences in culture, language, beliefs, and values. If we can understand, respect, and appreciate these differences, we can bridge the gap between “us and them.” Our American Roots is designed to build bridges.

First Lecture Video:

Our American Roots is presented by the Oak Ridge Institute for Continued Learning in partnership with the Oak Ridge Breakfast Rotary Club.

Venue provided by:
Consolidated Nuclear Services


Other support provided by:
Berea College
Oak Ridge Periodic Tables

Donations are welcome.

For more information, contact Jim Palmer at 865-368-4810 or Ruby Miller at 865-300-6304.

 

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