Elizabeth Stordeur Pryor

Professor Elizabeth Stordeur Pryor, a U.S. history expert with a focus on race and slavery, tackles the complexities surrounding the N-word. She shares personal insights on navigating emotionally charged discussions in the classroom. Pryor emphasizes the importance of understanding the word's historical context while calling for open dialogue on race. Through poignant anecdotes, she highlights the term's profound impact on students and advocates for a redefined educational framework that fosters constructive conversations about race and language.