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Talk About Race - Home - Introduction
Honesty, trust, respect, fairness, responsibility, and the free exchange of ideas form the foundation of integrity that supports the entire community at The College of Saint Rose. This resource guide was created by staff and faculty at The College of Saint Rose in response to the rise in overt racism we have witnessed in recent years at both the local and national levels. The information shared here is intended for a wide audience: It is for those who seek to learn more about race and the history of racism in the United States. It is for those who struggle with concepts like structural and institutional racism. It is for those who may not understand the pain, fear, and anger triggered by racist attitudes, speech, and actions. It is also for those who want to engage in anti-racism work. A Call for Unity Around Racial Justice and Inequity - A Message from interim College president, Marcia White, in response to recent civil unrest/protest against racism. (6/1/20)
Also known as implicit social cognition, implicit bias refers to the attitudes or stereotypes that affect our understanding, actions, and decisions in an unconscious manner. These biases, which encompass both favorable and unfavorable assessments, are activated involuntarily and without an individual’s awareness or intentional control. Residing deep in the subconscious, these biases are different from known biases that individuals may choose to conceal for the purposes of social and/or political correctness. Rather, implicit biases are not accessible through introspection. A Few Key Characteristics of Implicit Biases
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