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Channeling the teachings of the late Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., journalist and author Melissa Harris-Perry called on Â鶹ÊÓƵ students Wednesday to engage with people who hold different beliefs rather than avoid difficult conversations that can lead to personal growth.

A Black/Trans/Queer educator/activist who has performed poetry in venues from London to San Francisco, Mase's visit is hosted by the Office of Inclusive Community Well-Being and the Gender & LGBTQIA Center.

"Your Princess is in Another Castle: Harassment and Bullying in Gaming Culture and Digital Media," a talk by the digital media commentator and former "Jeopardy!" champion, takes place Monday at 5 p.m. in Lakeside Meeting Rooms.

Four events hosted by the Truitt Center for Religious & Spiritual Life will bring Â鶹ÊÓƵ students together this month for conversations that engage biblical perspectives on racism & privilege.

The Office of Sustainability offers programs and resources for students, faculty and staff who want to make a positive impact on the environment by changing behaviors, conducting research and educating peers about the way human activities affect the planet.

Founded two years ago by Alli Lindenberg '17, the Â鶹ÊÓƵ chapter of a national nonprofit organization fosters love and support among young women who confront a daily barage of cultural expectations and media stereotypes.

Personal experience has driven Â鶹ÊÓƵ senior Kayla Harvey to study the way collegiate varsity student-athletes recover from the type of head injuries that each year affect millions of Americans.

Â鶹ÊÓƵ's 2015 holiday video explores the history, symbolism, economics and science of light as faculty and staff share their knowledge about the traditions we celebrate on campus.

Service opportunities, lectures and other special programs at Â鶹ÊÓƵ in January will commemorate the legacy of the late civil rights leader. MSNBC host Melissa Harris-Perry's visit to campus on Jan. 6 headlines the event series. 

A team visit to the Central American nation last spring inspired "Costa Rica Through the Lens: Reflections From Â鶹ÊÓƵ Women’s Soccer" with contributions from players, coaches and staff.