Literacy Mic
Literacy Mic
Latest Episodes
S3 E1 Tutor and Intern Brook Drost Shares their DEI Story
Program Coordinator David Christensen talks to tutor/intern Brook Drost about a learning lab she facilitated on the history of the LGBT community in the United States. She also shares her experiences tutoring and perspective on adult lite...
S3 E2: Learner Orwa shares his experience learning English
Learner Orwa came from Israel 6 months ago. He began attending Washtenaw Literacy's book club to improve his skills and meet more people. In the episode, he shares his experience learning English, getting to know the American cultur...
S3 E3: Empowerment through Literacy with Mellisa
Learner Melissa shares her experiences with ESL Book Group. She talks about her path to learning English through literature. Her humor and joy of learning are clear throughout her conversation with Eric Black.CreditsGues...
S2 E3: Talking Lifelong Learning & Self-Empowerment with Larue
Program Specialist Karen Riggins talks to longtime Washtenaw Literacy learner LaRue. In the first part of their conversation, LaRue tells Karen about his experiences growing up in Detroit, how his path changed and why he was inspired to begin t...
S2 E4: Community & Fundraising with Nicola Rooney
In today’s episode, Program Coordinator David Christensen talks to long-time donor, former board member, and namesake of Nicola’s Books, Nicola Rooney. She talks about getting involved with the board, how Nicola’s Books supported Washtenaw Li...