Tolerance Talks Reading Group

The Tolerance Talks reading group at Notre Dame College of Ohio is dedicated to the study of human rights and tolerance as well as roadblocks to understanding. Current and historical conditions that support or erode freedoms of groups and individuals will be explored. Resources of the Tolerance Resource Center open doors to mutual understanding and respect.

This group is interdisciplinary and will explore issues from historical, psychological, spiritual, sociological, cultural, and other perspectives. Planned readings are a springboard to discussion and reflection.

The theme for Fall 2008 is Native American issues
of the past, present, and future.

Wednesday, October 15: History and Trauma, 7-8:30 p.m.

Suggested reading:
Deschenie, Tina. "Historical Trauma." Tribal College Journal 17.3 (Spring 2006): 8-11.

Wednesday, November 12: Outreach and Action, 7-8:30 p.m.

Suggested reading:
Lehman, Russ. The Emerging Role of Native Americans in the Electoral Process. Sponsored by the Evergreen State College Native American Applied Research Institute. January, 2003.

Wednesday, December 3: Spirituality and Healing, 7-8:30 p.m.

Suggested reading:
Portman, Tarrell A.A., and Michael T. Garrett. “Native American Healing Traditions.” International Journal of Disability, Development, and Education. 53.4 (Dec. 2006):453-469.

Readings: Are available via EBSCO or your local or campus library.

Location: Seminar Room, Clara Fritzsche Library, Notre Dame College

Contact: To reserve a spot, call (216)373-5267. The community is welcome but seating is limited.

Sponsor: Tolerance Resource Center at Notre Dame College

Questions? Call Maria Shine Stewart (216)382-4628 or mstewart@ndc.edu