Dr. Michael A. Sparks is currently working on editing materials for the 8th edition of Dautrich’s The Enduring Democracy , an American Government textbook for SAGE Publishing. The textbook is due to be released in spring 2025, so be sure to keep an eye out! What is SASE up to?
For those who were unable to attend, this year’s Indiana Black Expo: Summer Celebration was a grand success of community engagement and cultural diversity. But don’t worry - SASE was well- represented this year! Ernesto helped run the Ivy Tech booth while Lilandra and Codi went off to race network with other booths, such as the Indianapolis Black Firefighter’s Association and the Indiana Historical Society. And of course, to commemorate the occasion and their hard work, the trio posed for a well-deserved picture on the Summer Olympics Podium hosted by WTHR!
Encounters: A Family Production with Dr. Lorie A. Davis ADAPTED FROM THE ORIGINAL ARTICLE PUBLISHED BY: Indianapolis Recorder
Presented by Late Bloom Productions, “Encounters,” a stage play exploring themes of grief and loss during the pandemic premiered on June 21 at the Indiana Historical Society, Basile Theatre. Inspired by a true story, “Encounters” was written and set during the COVID-19 pandemic and tells the story of a woman’s experience with loss, aiming to take audiences on a journey of self-reflection and emotional healing, according to a press release.
“My hope is that the people will come and relate to the story and feel inspired and encouraged to explore healing on their own terms” Regina F. Smith, playwright, said in a statement. “When I lost my mother to COVID in 2020, I didn’t think I could recover. It was so unexpected, and I thought I had more time with her. This play is my process of healing and moving forward while carrying her lessons with me.” Smith, is the founder of Late Bloom Productions, as well as the beloved sister of program chair Dr. Lorie A. Davis. Dr. Davis participated in the production as one of the cast members, as well as behind the scenes by providing logistics, food, and costuming assistance. She noted that the turnout for both nights of the production was great, with the second night hosting well over 300 audience members. There’s even a promising chance of going on tour as a result of their success, with discussions pointing towards Louisville, Kentucky as the first stop. Stay tuned for updates on the potential tour dates and locations!
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