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:<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
Dr. Jacquelyn Litt, Chair, Department of Women\u2019s and Gender Studies, will discuss civil rights within the context of Hurricane Katrina and response\/relief efforts.<\/p>\n
Release time is available with supervisor approval. RSVP\u2019s are not required.<\/p>\n
Date: March 23, 2010
\nTime: 3:00 \u2013 4:30 p.m.
\nPlace: Jesse Wrench Auditorium<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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…<\/span><\/p>\n