Slanted: How an Asian American Took on the Supreme Court INT 100/201 APPROVED!
Wednesday, February 24, 2021
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Online
Alumni, Community, Faculty, Staff, Students
When Simon Tam started an Asian American dance rock band called The
Slants, he didn't realize that he was starting an entire movement
around freedom of expression and discussions on identity. The band
flipped stereotypes with their bombastic live shows and community
activism. But when Simon applied to register a trademark on the band's
name, the government dragged him all the way to the Supreme Court of
the United States.
This is the story of an indomitable spirit who so believes in the
idea of justice that he's willing to risk everything along the way for
the dignity of self-identity. Simon will share a deeply personal
account that will take you from anime conventions to the Supreme
Court, all in the name of justice. The story provides a raw look at
our legal system with unflinching honesty and offers timely insights
on freedom of speech, how to connect with others we disagree with, and
the power of music. Join us for a fireside chat conversation with
Simon, moderated by Insoo Choi, GVSU’s Asian Student Union President.
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Contact Information
Office of Multicultural Affairs at 616-331-2177 or [email protected].
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This event was added to the calendar by Erica Baker-Bringedahl (bakereri@gvsu.edu) on Monday, January 18, 2021 and was last updated on Thursday, January 28, 2021 at 4:54 p.m.