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Mercer Mondays
by Mercer D&I
Join us every Monday for powerful conversations related to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives at Mercer University
Episodes
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Public Health Podcast Part 4
This episode continues the important conversation on cultural competencies with special guest Dr. Monique Davis-Smith, family medicine residency director of Atrium Health Navicent.
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Public Health Podcast Part 3
Tune in to special guest Dr. Monique Davis-Smith, family medicine residency director of Atrium Health Navicent, as she describes the importance of cultural competencies using her extensive career experience in the field of medicine.
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Microaggressions Part 2
Join us as we continue to explore the effects of microaggressions, this time with our guest, Beckham Mohn.
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Microaggressions
On this special episode for Black History Month, join us as we review the impact of microaggressions with Dr. Booker and Hilary Cooks.
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Revisting MLK's Legacy
Before the month comes to a close, we'll revisit MLK's legacy in this weeks episode. Join us as we reflect how MLK's portrayal has shifted over time with our guests, with Ashton Mayo-Beavers and Afiya Aiyetoro.
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Mark HIV @40
On this episode of Mercer Monday’s, join us with Dr. Obidoa as we mark the 40th year AIDs was diagnosed by the CDC. We discuss possible measures that should be taken to stop the spread of HIV and imagine a world where the HIV epidemic has come to an end. Tune in to find out how you can join the...
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Indigenous Heritage Month
In this episode, to celebrate and recognize Indigenous Heritage Month, weexplore the experience of Native Americans within America with our guest, Dakota Martinez.
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LGBT History Month Part 2
On this episode we have Dr. Bourdon sharing her experience as a queer faculty member on campus. Tune into the possible avenues of reform Mercer can take to be a more inclusive and supportive of their queer members.
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LGBT History Month Part 1
On this episode we have three guests from the Student Government Association: President Rylan Allen, Cierra Crawford, and Sarah Moore. They share their experiences of being a queer person on campus as well as the unique ways they celebrated LGBT History Month that just occurred this past October.
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Hispanic Heritage Month
We close Hispanic Heritage Month with our final guest Omar Romero-Cruz.
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Hispanic Heritage Month Part 1
We celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with guests Jasmine and Stephanie, and hosts Dr. Booker and Kennia.
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Macon Pride! Part 2
This episode, we finish our interview with Scott Mitchell, the organizer of Macon Pride.
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Macon Pride!
In this episode, we interview Scott Mitchell, the organizer of Macon Pride. Macon Pride is an LGBTQIA+ event that occurs from September the 20th to the 26th within the city of Macon Georgia.
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Disability Pride Month
On this episode, join Dr. Ansley Booker and guests Katie Johnson and Andreena Patton as we discuss the importance of disability pride month.
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Minority Mental Health Awareness: Part 2
On this episode, we finish discussing various issues concerning mental health and how minority communities are impacted. Hosted by Dr. Ansley Booker with guests Dr. Emily Piassick, Ruvan Weerasuriya, Erica Geralds, and Lorice Harris.
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Minority Mental Health Awareness: Part 1
On this episode, join our host Dr. Ansley Booker and guests Dr. Emily Piassick, Ruvan Weerasuriya, Erica Geralds, and Lorice Harris as we discuss issues concerning mental health and how minority communities are impacted. Tune in next week for part 2!
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It All Started In Legacy Hall
Join us for our final episode of the semester! On this episode, seniors Jadon Murad, Nadia Pressley, Emma Kraft, and guest Tyler Cooper reflect on their four years at Mercer. We talk about how Mercer can do better, what we have planned for the future, and how the pandemic has impacted our senior...
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How Professors Can Be Allies
On this episode, join Dr. Carol Bokros, Dr. Kevin Cummings, and Dr. Laura Simon as we discuss how professors can be allies to their students both inside and outside of the classroom. Tune in to hear about their experiences moving to Macon, the challenges of creating an inclusive classroom, and…
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Diversity Day 2021
In the first segment, join Dr. Booker and Nicole Small as they talk about what they have planned for Diversity Day and why it’s such an important event for the university. In the second segment, Anniston Nooks, Kennia Kirksey, and Emma Kraft discuss Diversity Day from a student perspective.
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Stop Asian Hate: Responding to Violence
As a continuation of last week’s episode, join Julia Tra, Tiffanie Hoang, Daniel Mai, Michelle Jung, Ifeoma Mbanaso, Kennia Kirksey, Emma Kraft, and Dr. Booker as we discuss the increase in violence against the AAPI community, specifically the March 16th shootings in Atlanta. We discuss how the...
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Stop Asian Hate: A Glimpse Into Life as an Asian American
On this episode, join Julia Tra, Tiffanie Hoang, Daniel Mai, Michelle Jung, Ifeoma Mbanaso, Kennia Kirksey, Emma Kraft and Dr. Booker as we discuss discrimination against the AAPI community, especially since the onset of the pandemic. Our guests share shocking stories of their experiences growing...
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The Hypersexualization of Black Women in the Media
On this episode, join Danielle Countryman, Ifeoma Mbanaso, Kennia Kirksey, Dr. Booker, and our virtual guest Mr. Justin Brown to discuss how Black women are exploited and sexualized in the media. Tune in to hear our thoughts on Sarah Baartman, Cuties, exploring femininity, and even last week’s...
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Women’s History Month: Women in STEM
On this episode, join Dorcelle Lotemo, Mo Copeland, Madelyn Thornberry, Kennia Kirksey, Ifeoma Mbanaso, and Dr. Ansley Booker to hear about their experiences as women in STEM. We discuss what it’s like studying in a male-dominated field, how we’ve been treated at Mercer, and helpful advice for...
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Welcome to Mercer Mondays
For our first episode, join Dr. Ansley Booker and ambassadors Kennia Kirksey, Ifeoma Mbanaso, and Anniston Nooks for a powerful conversation about diversity at Mercer University. We talk about the meaning of diversity, how race has impacted our experience at Mercer, and what needs to happen…
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Join us every Monday for powerful conversations related to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives at Mercer University
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