Racial History of Whatcom County-Panel Discussion and luncheon

Bellingham Technical College TUESDAY, MAY 9, 2023, 11AM – 12:30PM

FREE Event and Open to the Community!

The DEI Office, in collaboration with ASBTC and community partners, invites you to join panelists from Western Washington University and the Whatcom community who will come together to discuss a transparent understanding of the racial history of our community. Panelists will discuss the importance of understanding our racial history and how we move forward to build an inclusive future. May is Asian, Pacific Islander, Desi American (APIDA) Heritage Month, and panelists will highlight some of the key moments of APIDA history in the area. Please check out the Bellingham Racial History Timeline website; a resource that members of the panel were involved in creating. A catered lunch will be served, and no registration is required. 

Location: Settlemyer Hall-Campus Center Building