Small Talk, Small TownPersonal Privilege and Wrecked CarsLess than three months from the end of my Americorps term, I ended up in my first car accident. Ironically, during this year long period…Feb 14, 2019Feb 14, 2019
Small Talk, Small TownThe LGBTQ Presence of RoseburgAcross Roseburg a number of organizations exist in support of the LGBTQ population. Data collected from the Oregon Healthy Teens Survey…Jan 10, 2019Jan 10, 2019
Small Talk, Small TownOral Health in Douglas CountyOften overlooked, Oral Health represents a growing health disparity in Douglas County, evidenced by data provided by the CDC.Nov 30, 2018Nov 30, 2018
Small Talk, Small TownAddressing Implicit BiasAn implicit bias, or implicit stereotype, is the unconscious attribution of particular qualities to a member of a certain social group.Nov 1, 2018Nov 1, 2018
Small Talk, Small TownHouse Vs. HomeMaslow’s Hierarchy of needs is triangular model that attempts to outline the necessary components of human development. At the lowermost…Oct 11, 2018Oct 11, 2018
Small Talk, Small TownThinking UpstreamImagine a large river with a high waterfall. At the bottom of this waterfall hundreds of people are working frantically trying to save…Sep 27, 2018Sep 27, 2018
Small Talk, Small TownMapping Out RoseburgBeing the most populous town in Douglas County, Roseburg has much to offer in terms of social and Healthcare services. As both a local or…Sep 13, 2018Sep 13, 2018
Small Talk, Small TownDefining Health EquityAlthough the words “equality” and “equity” seem to be separated only by two letters, the difference between these words has striking…Aug 30, 2018Aug 30, 2018
Small Talk, Small TownSetting the SceneBeginning at the tip of Washington and ending at the bottom of California, I-5 is a sprawling seam that ties together a diverse tapestry…Aug 23, 2018Aug 23, 2018
Small Talk, Small TownBehind the Words“What makes you want to move from Illinois to rural Oregon?”Aug 16, 2018Aug 16, 2018
