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The Peace and Justice minor has a vibrant presence on campus! Check out some of our recent events below.

2026-2027 Academic Year

Monday, October 5, 2026

"Luminous Crown: An ecopoetry reading and discussion" presented by Jane Satterfield, Professor, Writing

Professor Satterfield read through her poems, exploring topics such as fracking, pollution, volunteer work, and the disappearance of birds. She emphasized the importance of paying attention to the world of nature around us, reading about a variety of animals such as goldfinches and fireflies, encouraging the audience to go seek out experiences, to read, to do research in order to fully understand the environment around us. The discussion included mentions of data centers and noise pollution, and the impacts these things will have on our future. Overall, Professor Satterfield demonstrates how poetry can be used to both celebrate the life around us and give hope, but also expose environmental injustices and the actions that must be taken to protect our world.

   

Monday, September 14, 2026

"Fostering Community Development and Neighbordhood Resilience in North Baltimore" presented by Gia Grier McGinnis, Executive Director, Neighborhood Resilience and Community Engagement

Dr. McGinnis discussed the meaning and importance of PBCE, or place-based community engagement, including aspects of listening to residents, sharing leadership, and working towards long-term goals instead of providing short-term solutions. She elaborated on Loyola’s history of working with neighborhoods along York Road, supporting initiatives like the York Road Initiative, Govans Farmers Market, partnerships with local schools and organizations, and community needs assessments. This talk emphasized the power of community and the importance of fostering meaningful community development. With resident involvement and reciprocal partnerships, helping surrounding neighborhoods allows them to address immediate needs but also continue growing and thriving over time.