James Dickson Carr Lecture

The annual James Dickson Carr Lecture honors Rutgers' first African American graduate. Public intellectuals discuss diversity, access, and equity in open dialogue with the community. This year's lecture, On Creativity as Praxis, explores creativity's role in fostering equity and belonging in higher education. It highlights artistic and cultural contributions of underserved groups, examining creativity as a tool for challenging inequities, fostering growth, and creating spaces where all students can thrive.