Tag Archives: Social Change

Historian for Social Change

Posted on May 4, 2012 by Richard Guzman

The sound of his name says a lot: John Hope Franklin. One of America’s greatest historians and black writers, his books and life gave direction to so much social change.  John Hope Franklin (1914-2009) taught at the University of Chicago from 1964 to 1982, … Continue reading →

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Social Change Gardening

Posted on April 25, 2012 by Richard Guzman

The following appeared recently as a featured story on North Central College’s website: North Central College’s Students In Free Enterprise (SIFE) joined forces with employee volunteers at Lowe’s Naperville home improvement retail store to create a self-sustaining, organic garden for … Continue reading →

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CALL TO ACTION: Help Educate America

Posted on March 30, 2012 by Richard Guzman

We need your help.  We have a chance to convince PBS stations across America to show the award-winning documentary film on the edge: Family Homelessness in America on Mother’s Day this year.  Please email or call your local PBS station … Continue reading →

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