The Civil Rights Act of 1964 celebrated its 45th year of enactment in 2009. Come hear three MU faculty members discuss the Act from three perspectives:
Dr. Charles Sampson, Truman School of Public Affairs, will talk about the political/social context in which the Act was debated and passed and the extent to which current events reflect lasting change within the civil rights policy arena.
Dr. Michael Middleton, Deputy Chancellor & Professor of Law, will provide an assessment of the impact of the Act for early years following its passage, including changes in enforcement through different administrations.
Dr. Jacquelyn Litt, Chair, Department of Women’s and Gender Studies, will discuss civil rights within the context of Hurricane Katrina and response/relief efforts.
Release time is available with supervisor approval. RSVP’s are not required.
Date: March 23, 2010
Time: 3:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Place: Jesse Wrench Auditorium