The 1619 Project; Perspectives and Discourse

Virtual
Tuesday, February 21, 2023, 6 – 8pm

The Graziadio Business School presents: 
Episode Four of Nikole Hannah-Jones’ docuseries: The 1619 Project; Perspectives and Discourse
Zoom | February 21, 2023 | 6 - 8 PM PT

Join your Graziadio community for the screening of Nikole Hannah-Jones’ fourth episode of her second docuseries: The 1619 Project; Perspectives and Discourse, on Hulu. Episode four focuses on the economy that slavery built and highlights “how the institution of slavery turned a poor, fledgling nation into a financial powerhouse”. 

After the hour-long screening, panelists will share their perspectives and discourses moderated by Dr. Jaye Goosby Smith, vice president for community belonging and chief diversity officer.

Featured Panelists

• Dr. Arman Davtyan, Assistant Dean of Enrollment Management, Graziadio Business School
• Anthony M. Penman (JD, MBA ‘15, PKE-134), Financial Services Professional, New York Life Insurance Company
• Brandi Harleaux (MBA ‘12), CEO and Owner of South Post Oaks Recycling Center and Graziadio Board Member
• Julie Awopetu (MBA ‘22), Recent Graduate, Graziadio Business School
• Stasia Washington (MBA ‘13, PKE-129), Senior Managing Director, First Foundation Advisors
• Dr. Stephen Rapier, Full-Time MBA Academic Chair and Assistant Professor of Marketing, Graziadio Business School

We invite you to donate during registration to support the Cedric Watkins Graziadio Diversity Scholarship founded by the Graziadio Board in memory of beloved Board member Cedric Watkins. This fund provides scholarship resources to deserving students from underrepresented communities.

Contact Name: Karen Jackson, Executive Director of Recruitment
Contact Email: karen.jackson@pepperdine.edu
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