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Global Cinematic Perspectives on Reproductive Lives: Screening of "Happening"

"Global Cinematic Perspectives on Reproductive Lives" screening of the film 'Happening' on Tuesday, January 31st at 7:30pm at the Kentucky Theatre.

Free admission and more information via https://prod5.agileticketing.net/websales/pages/info.aspx?evtinfo=26141…

"France, 1963. Anne is a bright young student with a promising future ahead of her. But when she falls pregnant, she sees the opportunity to finish her studies and escape the constraints of her social background disappearing. With her final exams fast approaching and her belly growing, Anne resolves to act, even if she has to confront shame and pain, even if she must risk prison to do so…

Based on Annie Ernaux’s autobiographical novel of the same name."

Dr. Jeorg Sauer of the UK Department of French and Francophone Studies will lead a discussion following this film.

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Kentucky Theatre
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MLK Center Men of Color Symposium

Registration Link: https://uky.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ebNnXznJOFCtMxw

Schedule

8:30-9:15 A.M. Breakfast/Registration

9:15-9:30 A.M. Welcome

9:30-10:30 A.M. Opening Keynote: Keyon Clinton, speaker, coach & author

10:30-10:45 A.M. Bio Break

10:45-11:30 A.M. Breakout Session 1 (3 workshop speakers)

11:30-1:00 P.M. Lunch/Networking

1:00-1:45 P.M. Breakout Session 2 (3 workshop speakers)

1:45-2:00 P.M. Bio Break

2:00-3:00 P.M. Closing Keynote: Conscious Lee, educational consultant & social media influencer

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Gatton Student Center Harris Ballroom
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Disability Pride: What's In A Name?

This seminar features an engaging panel discussion centered on Disability Pride: What Is It And How Can We Foster It?

Learning Objectives

1. Gain understanding of the term disability pride.

2. Learn different perspectives from people experiencing disability about society's expectations around disability.

3. Provide examples of how disability pride can be promoted at an individual and community level.

Registration link: https://uky.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIqdeitrDsvHdGGiHXrvptXWRrQ6e7AA9…

Moderated by Andy Imparato, Director of Disability Rights California.

Panel featuring:

- John Tschida, ACUD Director

- Keith Hosey, Supervisory Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist, US Department of Veterans Affairs

- Carissa Johnson, Independent Living Specialist, Center for Accessible Living

- Bev Harp, Leadership in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (FEND) faculty and Director of Innovative Supports for Autistic Workers at the University of Kentucky

- Morgan Turner, Health Education Specialist at the University of Kentucky

The Human Development Institute is Kentucky's University Center on Disability. HDI's mission is to advance efforts that build inclusive communities, address inequalities and improve the lives of all people who experience disability across the lifespan. Learn more about HDI at www.hdi.uky.edu.

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Zoom
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Phillis Wheatley at 250: The Pasts and Futures of Reading and Writing #BlackJoy

This Distinguished Panel considers the legacy of Phillis Wheatley, the first Black woman to publish in the United States. Celebrating the 250th anniversary of Wheatley's Poems, Dr. Tara Bynum (University of Iowa), Dr. Brigitte Fielder (University of Wisconsin-Madison), and Dr. Cassander Smith (University of Alabama) also explore what her history means for the future of African American and American studies. Introductions by Early American Literature Editor Dr. Marion Rust, with Panel Response by Dr. Nazera Wright.

RSVP using the QR code on the attached flyer or at https://forms.office.com/r/iYK6HUzpbD

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Rosenberg College of Law - Grand Courtroom
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Advancing Health Equity: Translating Stories to Partnership, Policy and Practice

The University of Kentucky Center for Health Equity Transformation is hosting the inaugural event of its 2022-2023 Elevating Equity Speaker Series with a talk from Dr. Darrell Gray! Darrell M. Gray, II, MD, MPH, FACG is an outspoken health equity advocate, a clinical and policy expert, and a passionate voice for a better healthcare system. As the inaugural chief health equity officer for Elevance Health, parent company of Anthem BlueCross and BlueShield Medicaid, he leads the execution of comprehensive strategy to advance health equity through a whole-health approach (addressing physical, behavioral, social, and pharmacy needs) among Elevance Health’s more than 45 million members and their respective communities. His extensive background is detailed on LinkedIn and Twitter, where he leads by example and amplifies the good work.

Virtual and in person, lunch provided

Registration is required: https://conta.cc/3RTECuK

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127 Charles T. Wethington Building + Virtual
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