A Blending of Cultures
Where We鈥檙e From, Where We Are, & Where We鈥檙e Going
Our Mission Statement
The Tapestry Initiative is designed to engage 小优视频 students in unique media learning and teaching opportunities, including filmmaking, opinion, journalistically impactful reporting, and community educational presentations that foster reflection of the cultural and life experiences of underrepresented populations.
About Tapestry
Tapestry welcomes any 小优视频 student who has a passion for and a willingness to learn about the stories of those in underrepresented populations through journalistic research and media programming.
Educational Opportunities & Events
- Dr. Loretta Long - Author and Early television pioneer
- Susan L. Taylor - Editor Emeritus of Essence Magazine
- Angela Davis - Activist, Author, Civil rights icon
- Perspective Z -
- Cultural trips to DC
- Professional Training Sessions
Tapestry Advisors
Administrative Specialist, Tapestry Lead Advisor/Co-Founder
Sweigart Hall
jcarroll [at] rider.edu
609-895-5557
Associate Professor, Department Chairperson, Tapestry Lead Advisor/Co-founder
Fine Arts Building
skildea [at] rider.edu
609-571-5625
Academic Focus: Film and Television
Associate Professor, Department of English
Fine Arts Building
lharris [at] rider.edu
609-895-5577
Academic Focus: English
Assistant Professor, Tapestry Business Advisor
myoon [at] rider.edu
Academic Focus: Management
Assistant Professor II
Fine Arts Building
amcmahon [at] rider.edu
609-896-5350
Academic Focus: Political Science
