Rinku Sen on race, feminism and economic justice
- Members of the Don Robinson Project are helping clear Missouri’s 51st State Park of infestive cedar trees. The new program is being offered to Meramec students as an opportunity for involvement with various service projects while experiencing the environment first hand | SUBMITTED PHOTO
At 11 a.m. on Monday, March 7 in the Meramec Theatre, keynote Rinku Sen will lead students through a wide array of topics that are currently plague humanity. Sen is a leading figure in the racial justice movement and an expert on race, feminism, immigration, economic justice and community organizing. She is also the author of “The Accidental American…” that won the Nautilus Book Silver Medal Award and “Stir it Up.” Admission is free. For additional information, call 314-984-7695.
Globalization, Poverty and, of course, Underwear
At 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 3, Kelsey Timmerman, author and speaker, will visit Meramec to talk about controversial issues such as outsourcing, globalization and harsh labor practices. Timmerman has written books such as “Where Am I Wearing?” and “A Global Tour to the Countries, Factories, and People That Make Our Clothes.” Admission is free and Timmerman’s book will be available for purchase before and after the lecture along with a book signing immediately following his presentation.
The Don Robinson Project
The Don Robinson Project has endowed 843 acres and a trust fund to the Missouri Department of Natural Resources. Don Robinson’s property will become Missouri’s 51st State Park. The property is located in Jefferson County just north of Cedar Hill, Mo. The Don Robinson Property offers Meramec students Service Projects while experiencing the environment first-hand. For more information, contact Service Learning Coordinator Donna Halsband by phone at (314) 984-7893 or by e-mail at dhalsband@stlcc.edu.
Denise Thimes in Concert
As an accomplished performer, Denise Thimes has toured both Europe and America. She is also an eight-time recipient of the St. Louis Black Repertory Woodie Award for her musical and drama performances. At 8 p.m. on Wednesday, March 9 in the Meramec Theatre, Thimes will showcase her jazz-based repertoire of music. She has performed with artists such as Earl May, Benny Powell, Jim and Tootie Heath, and Billy Taylor, Ph.D., in a career that spans more than two decades. For additional information, call (314) 984-7695.
