Member Spotlight: Anti-racism in Academia

Events

Virtual February 8, 2021 Public Event

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On Monday, February 8 at 4pm EST, HxA member Erec Smith, Associate Professor of Rhetoric at York College of Pennsylvania, will lead a session addressing anti-racism in academia. Smith will present on his book, A Critique of Anti-racism in Rhetoric and Composition: The Semblance of Empowerment, speak to what he sees as the problems of many anti-racist approaches to teaching and scholarship, and then explore empowerment theory and collaborative pedagogy as solutions to these problems. There will also be time for Q&A and conversation.

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Heterodox Academy hosts a variety of events throughout the year, ranging from panel conversations to skill-building member workshops to awards dinners. Please note that due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all our events are currently taking place virtually. HxA also strives to host inclusive, accessible events that enable individuals to engage fully.

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