How do we make art in times of oppression? Do artists have a responsibility to explore questions of democracy, censorship, and human rights? In this conversation, Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Viet…
Talking Environmental Justice, Peace, Democracy, and Activist Tactics with President José Ramos-Horta
As we face this century’s challenges—from climate change to democratic backsliding to multinational cooperation—we need new models of leadership. That’s what Antioch alum, Nobel Peace Prize laureate, and President of…
How Can Universities Support Democracy? With AW4D, Antioch Tries Many Ways
In May, Antioch University announced a robust set of democracy-promoting initiatives called Antioch Works for Democracy. Now, the effort’s six pillars are all in motion, from the announcement of twelve…
Diane White Believes Healthcare Needs Reform—And That Antiochians Will Help Lead It
Diane White has the hard but exciting job of creating a new school at Antioch: the Graduate School of Nursing and Health Professions, of which she is the founding Dean. In this conversation, Diane discusses how the COVID-19 pandemic shined a spotlight on health inequities…
Facing Book Bans and Budget Pressure, School Librarians Show Their Importance
A conversation about book bans, library misconceptions, and the important work school librarians do to serve students and the broader school ecosystem with Antioch faculty Jen Sturge and Christie Kaaland.
Is Talk Therapy Always Right For Kids? Play Therapy Offers Another Way
A conversation with Cary McAdams Hamilton about play therapy and how it can offer alternative ways to work through deep feelings and strengthen their mental health.
Our World’s Diverse Students Need Anti-Racist School Counselors
A conversation with Syntia Santos-Dietz about what school counselors need to work on in order to better serve diverse students around the world.
School Counselors Play a Vital Role, Schools Need to Let Them Do Their Jobs
A conversation with Taqueena Quintana about how much school counselors do to support students and schools—and how short staffing and mission creep impact their ability to do this key job.
Can We Bring Resilience, Innovation, and Joy to the Climate Crisis?
A conversation with Abigail Abrash Walton about new strategies that can lead us toward a just and effective response to the climate crisis.
Big Idea: Decolonizing Mental Health Education
Insights drawn from interviews with seven Antioch faculty members who have firsthand experience decolonizing counseling, psychology, and therapy.
Can Mindfulness Help Teachers Be Less Reactive, More Compassionate?
A conversation with Susan Dreyer Leon about mindfulness and how this practice can be a valuable approach for teachers to bring compassion and nonreactiveness into their classrooms.
Big Idea: How Creative Writers Work
Three writers reflect on how they approach the writing process—and whether creative writing can change the world for the better.