NYU Steinhardt Dean’s Inaugural Scholar-in-Residence Rubén Blades will discuss his legacy of advocating for social change throughout his musical, artistic, and political career with Clinical Music and Global Health Associate Professor and Steinhardt Diversity Council member, Carlos Chirinos.

For Non-NYU Members requesting tickets, please contact skirball.center.info@nyu.edu

Diversity, Equity, and Social Change Speaker Series welcomes CONNOR LONG, a Colorado-based advocate, actor, athlete, and Emmy-winning reporter. His disability-rights advocacy work has been recognized by the National Down Syndrome Society, the Council for Exceptional Children, the Global Down Syndrome Foundation and The Arc of the United States, among others. He has garnered several best-acting awards for projects which have screened at film festivals around the world, most recently in Moscow. He is an accomplished competitive swimmer and cyclist, holds a black belt in taekwondo and currently studies ninja-style athletics. Additional info at: www.imdb.me/ConnorLong

As guest speaker, Connor will discuss matters of inclusivity as it relates to individuals with varying levels of physical and cognitive ability.  Join Connor and NYU Steinhardt discuss differing abilities and remind us of the possibilities that come from access, equity and high expectations in education, workplace, and community.