Black in White Space

Elijah Anderson, PhD
Sterling Professor of Sociology and of African American Studies
Yale University

Abstract: In light of the Supreme Court’s decision regarding affirmative action, including in university admissions, Dr. Anderson will discuss the concept of 'white space' and the challenges it poses for Black persons, as well as the historical significance of affirmative action in the development of America's Black middle class. Dr. Anderson’s research has consistently focused on urban life in the United States, and his recent work focuses on the experience of Black Americans in both urban and academic settings. In addition to his academic publications, he has published in popular forums such as The New Yorker and The Atlantic. Those planning to participate in the seminar discussion may want to read these excerpts:

• The Fault Lines of Race and Place
• The White Space
• Code of the Streets
• Black Success, White Backlash

Anyone with difficulty accessing these may email mcapo@pitt.edu for assistance.

Neuroethics Seminar of the Rehab Neuroengineering Laboratory (RNEL) co-sponsored by the Research, Ethics and Society Initiative of Pitt Research