The 11th Annual Civil Rights Teach-In, “Wellness: Body, Mind, World,” held Jan. 29, was a powerful exploration of well-being, social transformation, and the intersection of the sciences and humanities. It was sponsored by the College of Arts and Sciences Diversity Committee during K-State’s Martin Luther King, Jr., Observance Week.
The event opened with the K-State Land Acknowledgement and then featured Dr. Melissa Poll, social transformation studies, presenting on land, embodiment and well-being, and Dr. Julio Hernandez Pavon, psychological sciences, presenting on neuroscience and the science behind well-being. The two speakers were then joined by Dr. Keisha Clark, social transformation studies, for a panel discussion on how the sciences and humanities can intersect to promote diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.
The teach-in inspired attendees to think critically and work towards a more inclusive future. Plan to attend the 12th annual Civil Rights Teach-In tentatively planned for Jan. 28, 2026!