Unmaking Segregation: Bold Stories of Crossing the Line and Sparking Change in a Divided City
Join us for a panel discussion with Tonika Johnson, artist, activist, and creator of the Folded Map Project and Dr. Maria Krysan, distinguished professor of sociology and award-winning author featuring their forthcoming book Don’t Go: Stories of Segregation and How to Disrupt It. Joining them will be special guests and Don’t Go storytellers, Caroline O’Boyle (SESP alum) and Leslie Cortez.
The event will take place on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 from 5:00-7:00pm in 122 Parkes Hall (1870 Sheridan Road). Light refreshments will be provided from 4:30-5:00pm.
The first 25 students who attend in person will receive a free copy of Don't Go! ASL interpretation will be available.
This event is graciously co-sponsored by the Department of Black Studies, the Department of Sociology, the Institute for Policy Research, the Medill School of Journalism, Alumni Relations and Development, and Student Affairs Campus Inclusion & Community.