Faculty Book Club: Exploring Equity in STEM Education
Join one of our Spring Book Club offerings as we dive into Black, Brown, and Bruised: How Racialized STEM Education Stifles Innovation by Ebony Omotola McGee. This eye-opening book sheds light on the challenges faced by underrepresented racially minoritized students and faculty in STEM—while offering concrete, research-backed solutions to foster a more inclusive academic environment.
- Engage with cutting-edge research and personal narratives on racialized experiences in STEM.
- Discuss real-world implications for teaching, mentorship, and institutional change at PSU.
- Explore actionable strategies for creating more equitable and innovative STEM spaces.
- Connect with fellow faculty in meaningful conversations about student success.
- Special Event: The author, Ebony McGee, will join us for our final meeting on June 6!
RESERVE TICKETS
📚 Recieve your own paper copy of the book!
As soon as you register, visit the front desk of the Office of Academic Innovation to pick up your copy!
🗓 Meeting Dates (Fridays at 12 noon, Remote)
- April 18
- May 2
- May 16
- June 6 (with Ebony McGee)
📍 Open to: All faculty, especially those in STEM fields
Don’t miss this opportunity to reflect, discuss, and take action toward a more inclusive STEM environment at PSU.
Meet the Book Club Facilitators:
Grant Scribner
Grant Scribner is an Education Development Specialist in the Office of Academic Innovation, supporting faculty on a wide range of pedagogical issues through individual consultations, facilitating student feedback, and programming. Grant holds a Ph.D. in Education from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, an M.A. in History from Temple University, and a B.A. in History from Haverford College. Grant's commitment to promoting equity in education has informed his research on pedagogies of historical violence, his work as a teacher educator, and a K-12 teacher.
Kendra Woodstead
Kendra Woodstead attended North Dakota State University for her bachelor’s degree in Management Communication and her master’s degree in Educational Leadership in Higher Education. She is most passionate about motivation theory, communication, adult education, trauma-informed pedagogy, and accessible education. She believes strongly in the opportunities for higher education to empower and support students in their lives and learning experiences.
Kendra has worked in higher education since her first year in undergrad, starting as a student aide in the Enrollment Management Office, next as a resident assistant, an orientation leader, and as the New Student Programs intern. After college, she worked in a teacher education department doing assessment and program planning. During grad school, she was the Graduate Assistant Hall Director for the Covid-19 isolation housing, and prior to starting at PSU was the Curriculum and Assessment Coordinator for the School of Education at NDSU. Kendra is an enthusiastic member of the OAI team, who enjoys contributing to student success through supporting faculty and their teaching!
This Event is for Portland State University Instructors
The Office of Academic Innovation is committed to making our events accessible to all Portland State University faculty and staff. If you require an accommodation or service to participate, please contact us at oai@pdx.edu at least 7 days prior to the event.
How to access the event Zoom link:
After you register for this event, you will be invited to a Google calendar invite with the Zoom link for all of your meetings.
Contact us with any questions!
If you need assistance getting into our event or have any questions, please contact the Office of Academic Innovation front desk at oai@pdx.edu.