CLD Unexpected Series
The CLD Unexpected Speaker Series provides members of the department an opportunity to share their research, teaching strategies and/or extension and community outreach programs. Presentations in this series are informal and reflect the diversity of thought, research, teaching and practice in the department, with the goal of facilitating community-building and collaboration.
CLD Unexpected officially began in the spring of 2015. Building off the previous program “Innovations in CLD,” the name "CLD Unexpected" was chosen because the range of work being done in the department is often unexpected. Each semester, new presentations are announced and the diversity of topics and presenters grows. Check back often to see the new calendar!
For more information or questions, contact Dr. Alissa Rossi.
Previous Presentations
On Love and Power - May 19, 2023
In this seminar, Dr. Ron Hustedde, Dr. Paul Lachapelle and Dr. Rosalind Harris explore the deeper dimensions of love and power in community development. Clear definitions are provided, along with a conceptual framework about how they are intertwined in community development work.
Watch VideoCommunity Development by Bike - April 21, 2023
In this presentation, Dr. Brad Olson challenges attendees to rethink their view on biking and its relevance to community development. The discussion includes potential next steps for practicing bike-based community development in Lexington and across Kentucky, as well as identifying social entrepreneurship opportunities.
Watch VideoDeveloping a Social Science Research Series - 2023
In this presentation, Dr. Stacy Vincent focuses on extending the depth, impact and quality of our research. This workshop explores multiple research series being conducted in the Agricultural Education program and how this research has led to the development of the Underrepresented Agriculturalists lab.
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