In 1995, The Oprah Winfrey Show featured Lee Mun Wah and his groundbreaking film The Color of Fear, which gives an in-depth look into the state of race in America. In the era of Black Lives Matter, Gay Pride and chants of “Send them back,” with the urgency for racial reconciliation heightened, the film’s commentary is just as poignant today as it was 25 years ago. Join Race Talks as we explore this 3-part documentary series, September-November of 2019.

The Color of Fear (Part 1B): 8 American Men Discuss Race

Join us for a screening of The Color of Fear: 8 American Men Discuss Race, an insightful, groundbreaking film about the state of race relations in America as experienced by North American men of African, Asian, European and Latinx descent. In 1994, Director Lee Mun Wah brought together this diverse group to dialogue about a wide range of topics--all under the umbrella of 'race relations in America'. Through the series of intelligent, emotional and dramatic discussions, the men reveal the pain and scars that racism has caused them. What emerges is a deeper sense of understanding and trust. Their words and emotions are just as poignant and relevant today as they were 25 years ago. Race Talks will explore this 4-part documentary series September – January 2020.

This series deals with race in Oregon, both historically and up to the present time, to provide learning experiences that support the development of racial identity and sensitivity.

Each month, Kennedy School hosts a presentation on a different topic of ethnicity and racial elements in Oregon history, given by educators and/or experts in the topic at hand. The aim is to provide educational and learning experiences that support the development of intercultural sensitivity and racial identity.

This event is eligible for a History Pub Stamp