Let’s Talk About Race: Learning about Injustice One Discussion At a Time
Della Mamani
Dr. Bomberger’s brand-new Honors course, Let’s Talk About Race, allows students of any background to participate in class-led discussions about biases, privileges, and injustices that plague our society today. Along with these discussions, students will learn new meanings of the terms “racist” and “anti-racist” through Ibram X. Kendi’s book, How to be an Antiracist. Throughout the course, students will also complete a project on any topic of their choosing about racism and then present it to the class. If you’re thinking about taking this course in the future, here are some students’ opinions about the class:
“So far, I really enjoy this class. I think it’s important that everyone can openly talk about issues that they’re passionate about and challenges that they have faced so far. Overall, I think I will learn a lot from my peers and their experiences.” – Soleil Rosenzweig
“It's been interesting so far. Everyone has been fairly respectful about what the other is saying. I've heard about experiences that I knew happened but made it more real. I think it's been a great experience so far.”– Sophia Mavica
“So far I think the class is pretty interesting, and I like how it is focused around discussion rather than a traditional lecture class.” – Emily Misko
“I think that this course so far has been very eye opening and informative. Having other students comfortably share their views and opinions is something that doesn’t happen too often.” – Claudia Herrero
“I think this class is very important. We talk about a lot of things that need to be talked about. I think our conversations go as well as they do, because passionate people signed up for the class. I think the people in the class really determine where the convos lead, so by having considerate, yet steadfast people in the class, it allows us to have these important conversations without unnecessary drama.” – Jamison Lacey