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How Racism Impacts Science

October 8th, 2020

Explore the vast branches of racism extending into science with Dr. Robert Fullilove and Dr. Dana E. Crawford! This Townhall will highlight the importance of educational inclusivity and easy access to scientific materials to people of both all classes and races.

Guest Speakers

Dr. Robert Fullilove

Civil Rights Activist and Professor of Sociomedical Sciences

Professor of Sociomedical Sciences and associate dean at Columbia University MSPH

Dr. Dana E. Crawford

Psychologist

(Ph.D) Psychologist at Crawford Bias Reduction Theory & Training

Question Index

1. 6:58 - Why is racism a thing and why did it start? 2. 10:29 - Why is it important to be identified by race in society? 3. 13:08 - Can you be made of more than one race? 4 .15:47 - Does racism affect the type of research being conducted? 5. 20:16 - Was there a time where you couldn't get a certain opportunity because of your race? 6. 24:28 - How can you change the way that teachers prepare and teach their science (specifically psychology) courses so that White students don't end up thinking that they are the center of the world? 7. 29:02 - What are some examples of racism in science? 8. 33:07 - What are some of the ways that we're trying to address? 9. 37:55 - What are some of the psychological effects on people who experience systemic racism? 10. 41:11 - Why is school still segregated? 11. 43:26 - Why do White people feel that they are in charge of other races? 12. 50:48 - How can people unlearn racism? 13. 53:01 - How can inclusivity and accessibility of scientific disciplines establish better public trust in science? 14. 57:15 - How can we help children (who live in neighborhoods with low access to resources) obtain more resources like science materials? Is this related to those who have power in government?
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