This virtual event, which took place the week of the 2020 USA elections,
was an intergenerational conversation and collective reflection with
five justice and equity leaders of the Oregon State University
community. The event was described as such: "Remaining connected has
never been more important and necessary in these times. The panel
discussion is intended as a moment to gather and reflect, allow for
critical conversations to emerge, and center care as we make meaning of
the election amidst multiple pandemics. The intended audience are
current students. We will make a targeted effort to outreach with
student leaders. This will, however, be open to the public and
advertised widely." The five panelists included Tamara Lash (she/her),
OSU Alumna ‘20, Social Justice Program Coordinator for YWCA of Greater
Portland; Andres Larios Brown (He/They), former Multiracial Aikido
Facilitator and Marriage and Family Therapist at OSU. Currently
researching Familial Queer Identity processes for Religiously
Conservative Cultures, and Diversity Training in Marriage and Family
Therapy Programs; Larry Roper (he/him), OSU Professor Emeritus of
Language, Culture, and Society; Damoni Wright, Associate Vice Provost
for Engagement & Inclusion and ED Student Experiences &
Engagement at OSU; and Charlene Martinez, Associate Director of Student
Experiences & Engagement at OSU.
