Dr. Terri Jett

The Made in Indy podcast chats with Professor of Political Science, Special Assistant to the Provost for Diversity & Inclusivity, and Desmond Tutu Peace Lab Faculty Fellow at Butler University, Dr. Terri Jett. Dr. Terri shares her experiences on growing up in the San Francisco area + She recalls her first visit to the Circle City. We unfold how "curiosity" has shaped her life, & why it is the key to connecting to the world around all of us. We discuss the importance of educating oneself, as a means to liberation and personal revolution. Dr. Terri dives into the topic of disenfranchisement in American history, and how the fight for marginalized communities to take part in our democracy continues. Later, we get a first look at her upcoming book, "Fighting for Farming Justice," and she explains the journey that inspired her to create the project.