Reference Librarian
Brett Spencer
Contact:
Office 108, Thun Library, Penn State Berks
(610) 396-6261
Subjects: Campus: Berks
Introduction
- Search the Social Justice Book CollectionFind a book, jot down the call number, find in the SJ Collection.
Issues related to race and equality are some of the most important issues facing America and Berks County today. Please email or drop by my office in Thun Library anytime you need help with your research on these topics.
All the Best,
Brett Spencer
Research Coach
- Springboarding Class ActivitySometimes we can use clues on one article to find others on the same topic.
- Research Jumpstart (Spg 2023)Let's all claim a slide and start compiling sources!
News Stories about Race and American Education
- 7 Findings that Illustrate Racial Disparities in EducationSummary of many of the problems facing American education.
- Expansive Survey of America's Public Schools Reveals Troubling Racial DisparitiesDo high schools in Berks County reflect any of these disparities?
- U.S. Education: Still Separate and UnequalCheck out this story about how students in minority groups are more likely to be expelled and held back in most American high schools.
- 14 Disturbing Stats About Racial Inequality in American Public SchoolsOne of these stunning statistics can spark a topic idea.