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UMD research team awarded $1.67 million for program aimed at reducing childhood bias

By Chloe Goldberg The National Institute of Health recently awarded a University of Maryland research team $1.67 million to support its work in reducing childhood prejudice through an online program administered to local elementary school students. The award allows researchers within the college of education to determine the effectiveness of a web-based tool that sparks discussions on inclusivity in hopes of creating a more equitable … Continue reading UMD research team awarded $1.67 million for program aimed at reducing childhood bias

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Hate-Bias Response Program Educated Students on Racist Imagery

By Casey Gannon On Thursday, Oct. 25, the University of Maryland Hate-Bias Response Program hosted an event regarding racial imagery in the media. The panel discussion was titled “Racial Imagery and Stereotypes in U.S. Popular Media.” The discussion aimed to educate students and faculty about the harmful ways people of different ethnicities can be portrayed in the media. Its purpose was also to give tips … Continue reading Hate-Bias Response Program Educated Students on Racist Imagery

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Fordham University professor sheds light on history of U.S. and El Salvador relations

By Shauneen Miranda Dr. Hector Lindo-Fuentes discussed the history of El Salvador and United States relations with the UMD community on Wednesday, Oct. 16.  Lindo-Fuentes, a professor emeritus of history and Latin American studies at Fordham University, began studying relations between the U.S. and El Salvador around five years ago. He has written three books on Central American and Salvadoran history since.  “We have a lot … Continue reading Fordham University professor sheds light on history of U.S. and El Salvador relations

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