Coupling the latest social science with firsthand experience as a crime-fighter, Abt proposes a relentless focus on violence itself -- not drugs, gangs, or guns. Because violence is "sticky," clustering among small groups of people and places, it can be predicted and prevented using a series of smart-on-crime strategies that do not require new laws or big budgets. Bringing these strategies together, Abt offers a concrete, cost-effective plan to reduce homicides by over 50 percent in eight years, saving more than 12,000 lives nationally. Violence acts as a linchpin for urban poverty, so curbing such crime can unlock the untapped potential of our cities' most disadvantaged communities and help us to bridge the nation's larger economic and social divides. As we expand our community discussion through networks, we encourage you all to reflect on the discussion questions below. Hoping for common understanding and motivation for a better future, we all play a part in ending gun violence in Kalamazoo. Chapters 3 & 4 are covered and discussed

Coupling the latest social science with firsthand experience as a crime-fighter, Abt proposes a relentless focus on violence itself -- not drugs, gangs, or guns. Because violence is "sticky," clustering among small groups of people and places, it can be predicted and prevented using a series of smart-on-crime strategies that do not require new laws or big budgets. Bringing these strategies together, Abt offers a concrete, cost-effective plan to reduce homicides by over 50 percent in eight years, saving more than 12,000 lives nationally. Violence acts as a linchpin for urban poverty, so curbing such crime can unlock the untapped potential of our cities' most disadvantaged communities and help us to bridge the nation's larger economic and social divides. As we expand our community discussion through networks, we encourage you all to reflect on the discussion questions below. Hoping for common understanding and motivation for a better future, we all play a part in ending gun violence in Kalamazoo. Chapters 1 & 2 are covered to understand the book's tone and to become familiar with this environment of violence. 

This final Lunch and Learn series discusses the history of Black immigrants and their representation within larger immigration policy. In the ode to Black History Month, we highlight, brainstorm and discuss statistics, critical thinking questions and current administrations steps towards immigration policy. A variety of students share their thoughts on this important public interest. 

This episode of the WIRED Hour discussed the origins and definition of Critical Race Theory and how to apply it towards advocacy. With special guest Gigi Stahl, D&E coordinator, we were able to explore CRT in the domains of criminal justice, education, and the theory's opportunity for expansion. Listen now!

Welcome back! This new episode of the WIRED Hour podcast discusses the Truth Behind Thanksgiving: The relationship and impact of assimilation and colonialism on today's society. A wide range of guests from faculty to graduate students, we discuss the impact of systemic foundations like these and how they impact local/federal actions we see today. 

This episode introduces a new collaboration between the Lewis Walker Institute and the Student In Action Alliance, a new RSO on campus! In this discussion, we talk about the mission and vision of this student RSO, how to get involved, as well as a larger discussion on overcoming system barriers to system change as student leaders. 

This weeks episode on the WIRED hour follows the first discussion of a three part series about Faith, Community and Advocacy. This discussion includes perspectives of diverse faith leaders who've been identified as advocates for their community. Leaders respond and reflect on the social stratification and stressors that impact faiths connection to community. 

This is the first podcast discussion in a 3 part series about the correlation and intersectionality of faith, community and advocacy. Special guests Dr. Santiago and Reverend Millard Southern provide an educational discussion about faith. Next week we will invite more faith leaders from the Kalamazoo community into a multifaceted discussion about faith and community. 

Today's conversation discussed the impact and importance of the recent verdict in the Derek Chauvin case for the murder of George Floyd. Special guests from the Walker Institute staff as well as representatives from the Western Student Association provide perspective and feelings on the topic. 

The Lewis Walker Institute has a roccuring podcast with the Western Student Association and WMU's very own WIDR. This weeks topic was centered around the recent film released last month, Judas and the Black Messiah, as well as the movie's correlation to todays Black Power Movement and the continued fight for Civil Rights in America. The Lewis Walker staff as well as previous Black Student Union President and WMU Alumn, Jerjuan Howard reflect on the struggle and leaves tips for young Black students and allies.