Hamline University announced last week that it will host a national forum titled “Academic Freedom and Cultural Perspectives – Challenges for Higher Ed Today and Tomorrow” on Tuesday, Sept. 12.
The forum will draw a panel of nationally recognized experts together to examine the intersection of academic freedom and diverse cultural perspectives – two principles that are foundational to higher education. Preceding the panel discussion, the forum will feature a keynote address by renowned professor and bestselling author Dr. Michael Eric Dyson.
Below you will find information on the panelists’ accomplishments and areas of expertise:
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Michael Eric Dyson is a renowned professor who has taught at prestigious universities like Princeton, Brown and Georgetown, and is now a Distinguished Professor at Vanderbilt. In addition to his academic pursuits, Dyson is also a gifted writer and media personality. He has authored over 25 books, including seven New York Times bestsellers, and has won numerous awards for his literary contributions, including the 2020 Langston Hughes Medal and two NAACP Image Awards. Dyson’s work spans a wide range of topics, including civil rights, hip-hop, Black culture and politics. His most recent book, Long Time Coming: Reckoning with Race in America, has been described as a “searing cry for racial justice” and a “sweeping overview of racism in America.” Dr. Dyson is also a prominent public intellectual, known for his insightful commentary on race,...
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