We Need To Talk: Conversations on Racism for a More Resilient Las Vegas

Critical race theory is a topic we’ve heard about in the media and in political campaigns. What actually is critical race theory? It seemingly appeared out of nowhere and took over the airwaves, but where did it come from? Is it really a concept being ingrained into our school systems, or have politicization and controversy skewed its original meaning? Our panelists will help us understand why critical race theory became a hot-button issue, what critical race theory can teach us, and help us define what critical race theory is and isn’t. Host: Claytee White, director, UNLV Oral History Research Center Guests: Christine Clark, Professor of Teaching and Learning, UNLV College of Education Patrice Leverett, Assistant Professor of Counselor Education, School Psychology, and Human Services, UNLV College of Education Jayne Malorni, Education Program Lead, Nevada Department of Education