TAYLOR cultivates a diverse learning community of Changemakers who use their skills, humility, expertise, gifts, and power to affirm the humanity of all people in the pursuit of a more just, sustainable, and equitable society. Our university-wide initiatives are globally-aware, community-oriented, and interdisciplinary. Our programs are grounded in the teaching, research, and practices of design thinking, social entrepreneurship, and social innovation.
External link for Phyllis M. Taylor Center for Social Innovation and Design Thinking at Tulane University
7001 Freret St
New Orleans, Louisiana, US
Phyllis M. Taylor Center for Social Innovation and Design Thinking at Tulane University reposted this
Thrilled to share that Reactor Magazine has revealed the cover for my forthcoming short story collection: The Man in the Banana Trees, out Nov 2024 from University Of Iowa Press https://lnkd.in/gZagBhuz
Phyllis M. Taylor Center for Social Innovation and Design Thinking at Tulane University reposted this
Join me Mon. June 24, 11:30 am -1:00 pm EDT. I will be moderating this conversation on “Resilient Kitchens” (2024 The James Beard Foundation Book Award winner, food issues and advocacy category) - a collection of essays on “the lives of immigrants in the United States before and during the COVID-19 pandemic, told through the lens of food”. The event will include the book editors (Philip Gleissner & Harry Eli Kashdan, Ph.D. ) and authors, Tien Nguyen, Guillermina Gina Nunez-Mchiri, and Krishnendu Ray. Promises to be a good one! Register (free)👇🏽 https://lnkd.in/g32uG5uU Thanks to CUNY Urban Food Policy Institute for having me!
Tulane is partnering with NAFSA for their 2024 Annual Conference & Expo, set to unfold in New Orleans from May 28 to 31, 2024. NAFSA is the world's premier association devoted to international education and exchange, This year's conference theme—resilience, renewal, and community—promises to inspire and invigorate attendees and offer invaluable opportunities to learn, network, and forge meaningful connections. At Tulane, international education lies at the heart of our mission and shaping our identity.
Three Weeks Until NAFSA 2024 Annual Conference & Expo Begins! Convene with thousands of international education leaders from 100+ nations at the most impactful and important conference of the year! United together, the international education community will collaborate on new opportunities and celebrate our successes. NAFSA 2024 provides you with opportunities to: • Engage in 200+ learning sessions and knowledge community dialogues. • Connect with 350+ exhibitors at the International Education Expo. • Attend world-class plenaries and NAFSA Signature programs. • Participate in special tracks tailored to your learning goals. • Expand networks essential to your organizational and program success. Learn, network, and connect with peers and experts who inspire "Resilience, Renewal, and Community." Register: https://bit.ly/3uSV2O3 Book Your Hotel: https://bit.ly/3uFZmjL
Phyllis M. Taylor Center for Social Innovation and Design Thinking at Tulane University reposted this
Replace your water bottle with a "smart" one, developed by Phyllis M. Taylor Center for Social Innovation and Design Thinking at Tulane University entrepreneurs, Caracas Canteen. Learn the story about these Changemakers— and celebrate more Tulane University students building businesses with social or environmental impact at Salon22nola next week. https://lnkd.in/dbmJe9Hv
Phyllis M. Taylor Center for Social Innovation and Design Thinking at Tulane University reposted this
Are you an entrepreneur looking to grow and transform your business? Apply for our FREE, 5-month Impact Accelerator program! The program equips entrepreneurs with coaching, community building, curriculum, and technical assistance needed to grow and transform their businesses. Visit https://lnkd.in/dQUa22Aj to apply now and learn more! Propeller’s Impact Accelerator is sponsored by the Baptist Community Ministries, Capital One, Clif Family Foundation, Delta Regional Authority, Nasdaq Foundation, JPMorgan Chase & Co.: Advancing Cities, U.S. Economic Development Administration, The Weishaupt Family Foundation, and WK Kellogg Foundation. Final Application Deadline is May 12, 2024.
What an inspiring author-talk we had the privilege of experiencing with the incredible Dr. Lesley-Ann Noel! Her commitment to inclusivity, diversity and social justice is admirable and serves as a beacon for all aspiring change makers. As we step into #Women’sHistoryMonth, let’s take a moment to applaud the remarkable women-bodied individuals of the past, present and future who have played, are playing and will play pivotal roles in shaping the world. To the trailblazers, innovators, advocates, change makers, and everyday sHEROES, we salute you!
You don’t want to miss this unforgettable literary experience! Our Speculative Fiction Open Class Session, March 7th, will feature a powerhouse panel of creative geniuses: Brittany N. Williams, Daniel José Older, and Danny Cherry Jr. Danny Cherry Jr. is a novelist, short story writer, essayist, and sometimes journalist, who has written for: Buzzfeed News, Politico, The Daily Beast, Antigravity Magazine; and published fiction for Apex Magazine, Fiyah Lit Mag, amongst others. His story “Brief Life Story of Lila” was added to the Locus Magazine recommended reading list for 2022, as well as the BEST AMERICAN SCI-FI & FANTASY 2023 notable stories list. Daniel José Older is an award-winning author of both YA and adult books and comics, including the urban fantasy series Outlaw Saints, the sci-fi adventure Flood City (Scholastic, 2021), and the monthly comic series The High Republic Adventures. His other books include the historical fantasy series Dactyl Hill Squad, The Book of Lost Saints (Macmillan, 2019), the Bone Street Rumba urban fantasy series, and Star Wars: Last Shot (Del Rey, 2018). Shadowshaper (Scholastic, 2016), part of his YA series the Shadowshaper Cypher, was named one of the best fantasy books of all time by TIME magazine and one of Esquire’s 80 Books Every Person Should Read. He is also the a lead story architect for Star Wars: The High Republic. Winner of the International Latino Book. Brittany N. Williams is the author of the critically acclaimed novel That Self-Same Metal and a classically-trained actress who studied Musical Theatre at Howard University and Shakespearean performance at the Royal Central School of Speech & Drama in London. Previously she’s been a principal vocalist at Hong Kong Disneyland, a theatre professor at Coppin State University, and made appearances in Queen Sugar and Leverage: Redemption. Her short stories have been published in The Gambit Weekly, Fireside Magazine, and the Star Wars anthology From a Certain Point of View: The Empire Strikes Back RSVP on Eventbrite: https://lnkd.in/d7YfHNzB
Join us for an evening of free food, wine, and design at Design Thinking 101. This hands-on, collaborative workshop will introduce you in the world of design thinking - a powerful approach to problem-solving that puts people at the heart of the process. You’ll get hands-on experience with innovative tools that will help you generate fresh ideas, refine them based on real-world feedback, and bring your vision to life. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to network, learn, and enjoy a memorable evening. This free workshop will take place on Friday, March 8, 5-7:30pm at Salon22. Due to limited space, we encourage you to RSVP below to secure your place. Please note, to enjoy the complimentary food and wine, an RSVP is required https://lnkd.in/gzgXxeXA
#Taylor10Week Legal Considerations when Building A Business with Impact: Q+A with Attorneys Wednesdays, 3/6, 12-2:00 PM @ Propeller (4035 Washington Avenue) Join Changemaker Institute Fellows for a Q+A with four attorneys who will speak to a wide range of considerations when building a business. If you are building a business with impact, come with your own legal questions or just join the conversation to learn and listen. Attorneys include: Cherism Van Mullem (General Counsel at Laporte CPAs & Business Advisors) Emily Lippold Gummer (Attorney with Carver Darden Koretzky Tessier Finn Blossman & Areaux LLC) Katie Lasky (Katie Lasky Law) Brianne Rome (Rome Law LLC)
Since 2014, the Phyllis M. Taylor Center has been at the forefront of cultivating changemakers. We have worked to equip students, faculty, staff, and community partners with the tools to leverage design thinking and social innovation for greater impact in our society. As we commence our ten year celebration, we invite you to join us for a week filled with engaging programs that showcase the incredible work we do. Register on Eventbrite.