Left Out, Bullied - It's More Than Just Hurt Feelings

Classrooms and other settings can't be productive when harsh words and actions block learning. Dr. Brandi Oliver, from Butler University; Dr. Kip Williams, from Purdue University; Dr. Lori Desautels, from Marian University; and Dr. Brendan Maxcy, of the Great Lakes Equity Center, will talk about bullying, ostracism, brain science and rights.

Funding for this conversation about education is provided by the Richard M. Fairbanks Foundation.

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