Community

Thursday, April 10, 6pm, Enarson Classroom Building [Rm. 306], 2009 Millikin Rd., and online at corsrev.org/meeting

Given the domination of social media by right-wing billionaires, the reactionary drift in American politics is even more pronounced there than in other venues.

It’s time to get serious about organizing our side today!

Friday, April 11, 5-6:30-pm, University Hall [Rm. 386B] [African and African American Studies Conference Room], 230 N. Oval Mall

Learn about the escalating conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo through this interdisciplinary and informational discussion. Dr. Sarah Van Beurden of the OSU Department of African American and African Studies and OSU Department of History will be moderating.

Topics of discussion include the historical origins of the conflict, its geopolitical implications, diaspora engagement, and challenges surrounding humanitarian intervention.

Friday, April 11, 11:15am-12:45pm, Thompson Library [Rm. 165], 1858 Neil Ave.

This Forum considers whether Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives are important within universities. Is DEI work necessary to create a hospitable environment for diverse members of campus communities? Does DEI work contribute to or detract from the aims and missions of universities?

This Forum will be moderated by undergraduate Civil Discourse Fellows Kandace McConnell and Annie Zhang.

Speakers

Thursday, April 10, 5:30-8pm, Clair United Methodist Church, 293 E. Barthman Ave.

League of Women Voters of Metropolitan Columbus, Columbus Education Justice Coalition, and Pint Size Protesters are looking forward to hosting a forum with CCS [Columbus City Schools] School Board candidates on April 10 at Clair United Methodist Church, 293 E. Barthman Ave. We will have an informal “meet and greet” session with snacks from 5:30pm to 6pm. The forum will begin at 6pm; we anticipate it lasting approximately two hours.

Thursday, April 10, 12noon-1:30pm, Kirwan Institute [Conference Room 101], 33 W. 11th Ave. [this event will also be occurring via Zoom]

Wednesday, April 9, 6:30pm, Bethany Presbyterian Church, 206 N. Garfield Ave.

Learn more about the candidates running for Columbus City Council District 7! This event is sponsored by League of Women Voters, Bethany Presbyterian Church, and Bronzeville Neighborhood Civic Association.

Hosted by League of Women Voters of Metropolitan Columbus.

Wednesday, April 9, 6pm, Hoof Hearted Brewing (5th Ave.), 26 E. Fifth Ave.

Join Green Columbus, Hoof Hearted Brewing, and Hoof Hearted Running Club. Run club kicks off at 6:15pm for a three-mile jog around the neighborhood, or you can stick around the whole time for seed packet making and half-off brews from 6pm to 8pm.

Hosted by Green Columbus.

Wednesday, April 9, 6-8pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

Do you have questions about legally changing your or your child’s name and/or gender designation on various identity documents in Ohio? Join us for a free legal clinic!

Through the partnership of TransOhio and Equitas Health, with support from local community groups, the Ohio Name Change Legal Clinic offers confidential virtual discussions with trained volunteer attorneys to help you navigate the process! Come with all of your questions and leave with the paperwork you need.

Wednesday, April 9, 12noon-1pm, The Ellis, 777 N. Fourth St., this event will also be live-streamed on YouTube

Tuesday, April 8, 7pm. First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Rd.

For our April 8 meeting, we are welcoming 2025 candidates for the Columbus School Board — in a different location than usual. We’re going to be meeting at the First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Rd.

Candidates will talk about their priorities and will be on hand to take your questions. The event begins at 7pm; the doors open at 6:30pm.

Candidates currently confirmed to attend

• Mounir Lynch, Health educator