Learn “Why representation matters, from Sesame Street to Maine Street” in Dr. LaBouff’s op-ed
The Bangor Daily News published an op-ed from Jordan LaBouff, an associate professor in the Department of Psychology and Honors, titled “Why representation matters, from Sesame Street to Main Street.” LaBouff is a member of the Maine chapter of the national Scholars Strategy Network, which brings together scholars across the country to address public challenges and their policy implications. Labouff writes, “When children and young adults see people like themselves in positions of power, it can reinforce their potential to achieve those positions, and more. We should all work together to make sure both our Sesame Streets and our Main Streets avoid entrenching harmful stereotypes, and instead represent the power of the rich diversity of humanity in our communities.”