A Blending of Cultures
Where We’re From, Where We Are, & Where We’re Going
Our Mission Statement
The Tapestry Initiative is designed to engage Â鶹Íø 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.
Â鶹Íø Tapestry
Tapestry welcomes any Â鶹Íø 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
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
