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Oblate Summer Institute 2018: Downward Mobility
Come join us for this three-day conference where we will explore the call to imitate Christ’s example of downward mobility. Speakers Shane Claiborne is a prominent speaker, activist, and best-selling author. Shane worked with Mother Teresa in Calcutta, and founded The Simple Way in Philadelphia. He heads up Red Letter Christians, a movement of folks who are committed to living “as if Jesus meant the things he said.” Shane is a champion for grace which has led him to jail…
Find out more »Open Government Seminar/First Amendment Institute
FREE, but registration required. The Freedom of Information Foundation of Texas presents Open Government Seminars throughout the state focusing on the Texas Public Information Act and Texas Open Meetings Act. The June 19 seminar takes place at San Antonio College in the Loftin Student Center (Fiesta Room) at 1300 San Pedro Ave. in San Antonio. The seminar is co-sponsored by the Journalism-Photography Program at San Antonio College. The Texas Attorney General's Office will present a free session on the Public…
Find out more »Cotton, Slavery, and the Transformation of Texas
Alamo Tricentennial Lecture Series In 2018, San Antonio will celebrate its 300th anniversary. Join us for a series of workshops that explore the eras of Texas from 1400 - 1865 and the integral place that the Alamo holds throughout San Antonio's 300 years. Andrew J. Torget, historian and professor at the University of North Texas, will give a lecture based on his new book, Seeds of Empire: Cotton, Slavery, and the Transformation of Texas Borderlands. Seeds of Empire tells the remarkable story…
Find out more »RAICES Webinar on Family Separation
Outraged by family separation? You can do something to help. Tune in to a RAICES webinar Thurs June 21 2-3pm CT for info on how to meaningfully support immigrants in your community. Go to https://meetings.ringcentral.com/j/1488797885 or dial 7732319226. The meeting ID is 1488797885!
Find out more »Town Hall Meeting: Unequal Justice
The town hall will be moderated by Associate Dean of the UTSA College of Public Policy Francine Romero. Panelists: Josh Brodesky: Editorial Columnist, San Antonio Express-News Dr. Richard Hartley: Professor, Department of Criminal Justice Stephanie Stevens: Supervising Attorney, Criminal Justice Clinic, St. Mary's University Lori Valenzuela: Judge, 437th District Court in Bexar County Don Tijerina: Bexar County Chief Deputy Social Work Continuing Education Units will be provided. (1.5 units total) Seating is limited. Doors close at 6:45 p.m. Please RSVP…
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