Alumni

Black History Month: "The Political Determinants of Health" with Daniel E. Dawes | Spring YSN Centennial Conversation

As part of Black History Month and ongoing Yale School of Nursing (YSN) centennial celebrations, the YSN Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (ODEIB) invites you to the next lecture in the Better Health for All speaker series: “The Political Determinants of Health” presentation by author Daniel E. Dawes on February 8. Join us for a discussion and book signing at 3 pm in YSN Room 11701 and then for a reception in the first-floor Hub space at 5 pm. The first 50 registered in-person attendees will receive a free copy Dawes’ book. This event will also be offered virtually.

Wonderful Books and Where To Find Them

The New Haven Free Public Library, in partnership with the Yale Affinity Groups, is excited to bring you this book book club for families focusing on topics of social importance! Join us in person in the Children’s Room of the Ives Main Library. Saturday, February 10th,the book is Saving the Day: Garrett Morgan’s Life-Changing Invention of the Traffic Signal by Karyn Parsons | Black History Month

Learn about the inventor of the traffic light, and create
your own tissue paper traffic signal.

Black History Month: A Film Screening and Conversation with Black Birth Workers

Join us at the Afro American Cultural Center for a screening of “High Risk: Black Mothers Protecting Themselves and Their Babies” and a conversation with Black birth workers to follow. Presented by Yale Black Nurses and Lucinda’s House.

Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r6B-6sS-OGc

Carina del Valle Schorske, writer on Caribbean culture

Reading and Q&A with Carina del Valle Schorske, a National Magazine Award winner who has written about post-pandemic dance floors, leaving therapy, and Bad Bunny for the New York Times Magazine. Her forthcoming book, The Other Island, is an exploration of empire, migration, and the transmission of culture in Puerto Rico.

Building Bridges, Breaking Barriers: The Ongoing Fight for Educational Justice

The Yale University and Greater New Haven communities are invited to attend this year’s MLK Commemoration that honors the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. We are pleased to announce that the commemoration will feature Ruby Bridges.

Reading & Talk with Poet Ross Gay

University Chaplain Maytal Saltiel in conversation with poet Ross Gay, followed by a reading of his work.

Lunarfest 2024 Year of the Dragon

Culinary and dance offerings in partnership with Yale-China. Stay tuned for details.

Take the Stress Out of Parenting

Parents are less stressed when their kids cooperate. Children are more cooperative when they feel positively connected with their parents. This interactive class will help you recognize myths and misunderstandings that get in the way of creating a calm, joyful family life. You’ll also gain skills in applying positive discipline and increasing cooperation with your children. You will have a chance to ask questions and get answers on the spot. You will also receive helpful handouts to look back on when you are trying out new approaches.

2024 University MLK Commemoration featuring Ruby Bridges

Wednesday, January 24, 2024 | 5:30pm to 7:00pm (Doors open at 5:15 p.m.)

The Yale University and Greater New Haven communities are invited to attend this year’s MLK Commemoration that honors the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. We are pleased to announce that the commemoration will feature Ruby Bridges.

Z Experience Poetry Slam, part of the 28th Annual MLK Celebration at the Yale Peabody Museum

Join the Yale Peabody Museum, CT Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, and the New Haven Museum for the 28th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Legacy of Social and Environmental Justice with two days of free events open to all. Generously sponsored by Citizens.