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Leadership and Service
206 Bone Student Center
Campus Box 2640
Normal, IL 61790-2640
Phone: (309) 438-7346
TDD (309) 438- 2762
Facsimile: (309) 438-3147

Civil Rights Movement Trip

January 6- 10, 2010

The Civil Rights Movement Trip (CRMT) is a great way for student leaders to find their way and make a difference in the community. During CRMT, students explore various civil rights issues such as race, gender, sexuality, and disabilities by examining the leadership styles of people important to these social justice movements.

The five-day itinerary includes touring a nationally known musuem, participating in a community service project, and listening to guest speakers. By reflecting on these activities in small and large group discussions, students will learn about leadership and social justice and become active in their personal movements.

Resources

• Apply to attend CRMT 2010 (Applications available Monday, Septmeber 14, 2009 and are due Friday, October 30, 2009).
  • Student Application
  • Faculty/Staff/ Graduate Student Application
• Learn more about CRMT by attending one of the information sessions.
  • Tuesday, September 22, 2009 at 7:00 pm at Schroeder 208
  • Wednesday, September 30, 2009 at 7:00 pm at Schroeder 208
  • Thursday, October 8, 2009 at 7:00 pm at Schroeder 207

Student Testimonials

Tanika Richardson, elementary education major

Activities like CRMT are important because they provide eye-opening experiences. You gain the desire to change for the better, are able to empathize with others, and can embark on a journey of self-discovery. I encourage students to sign up for CRMT. Don’t let your fears and insecurities prevent you from opening your eyes to a world of possibilities. Read Tanika’s Testimony.

 

 

 

 

Robert Olivieri, human resources management major

CRMT taught me leadership skills and helped me to develop a greater awareness of social justice issues. Being a part of this experience was definitely life-changing due to the amazing connections I made with people on the trip and everything that I learned about myself. I wouldn’t be the person I am today if it wasn’t for the trip and having the opportunity to meet the people I did. Read Robert’s testimony.

 

 

 

 

Kelly Schneider, agricultural education & environmental health sciences major

CRMT has really taught me to adapt to different social environments as well as find ways to lead a group of people to strive for individual’s and community rights. Placing yourself in social settings, like this trip, allows you to really learn about other people, and more importantly, how to respect them. It is important to learn about other people’s cultures and lifestyles in order to be an effective leader in today’s society. Read Kelly’s testimony.