Black History Month

Meet the Experts

Marino A. Bruce, Ph.D., M.S.R.C., M.Div.

Associate Dean
University of Houston College of Medicine
Billy Hawkins, Ph.D.

Professor
Department of Health and Human Performance
Summer Harlow, Ph.D.

Associate Professor
Valenti School of Communication at the University of Houston
Gerald Horne, Ph.D.

Moores Professorship of History and African American Studies
Department of History

Brian C. Reed, M.D.

Chair, Clinical Sciences
University of Houston College of Medicine
Linda Reed, Ph.D.

Interim Chair, AAS & Associate Professor
Department of African American Studies
Ezemenari Obasi, Ph.D.

Professor & Associate Dean of Research
Department of Psychological, Health, & Learning Sciences
Joyce Olushola Ogunrinde, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor
Department of Health and Human Performance
McClain Sampson, Ph.D.

Associate Professor
Graduate College of Social Work
Kevin B. Thompson, Ph.D.

Program Manager II
Department of African American Studies
Rheeda L. Walker, Ph.D.

Professor
Culture, Risk, and Resilience Lab, Director
Department of Psychology

Apr 03 6:30 pm

Academia’s Blind Spot: The Missing Research on Antisemitism and Mental Health

There is almost no research examining the impact of the rise in antisemitism on the mental health of Jewish communities. Shira Mattuck will share insights from her research, including the first study on antisemitism and mental health in Jewish mothers and their children.
Apr 04 5:00 pm

Intern with Harris County Attorney’s Office for Communications and Engagement Experience

Explore the heart of local governance this summer through the CLASS Dean’s Harris County Attorney’s Office Internship. This internship offers invaluable experience in civil matters, environmental issues, social justice initiatives and more. With internships in communications and public affairs, social media and content, and communications & youth engagement, you’ll have the chance to contribute to meaningful projects while earning a $5,000 stipend for your commitment.