Episodes
Episodes
16 Lots Podcast
Curating podcast episodes with the aim of fostering greater advocacy and awareness regarding the preservation and acknowledgment of African American history and culturally significant sites in the United States, particularly emphasizing rural Appalachian regions, while exploring the underlying causes of these disparities.
Episodes spotlight diverse perspectives and experiences, emphasizing youth empowerment, student engagement, and intergenerational collaboration through a culturally conscious, community-driven lens.
Christiansburg Institute Studios
| Research Action Center (RAC) |
CI Studios is a project of the RAC harnesses storytelling, grassroots journalism, and advanced audio/video tech, powered by state-of-the-art editing tools, to craft enlightening podcasts and research segments that vividly convey the rich tapestry of contemporary Black history, narratives, and culture.
Education | Empowerment
At Christiansburg Institute, we champion education as a catalyst for transformative social change.
CI Studios serves as a dynamic digital media platform, dedicated to sharing authentic, culturally aware content and educational programs.
We provide internship and work-study opportunities for local high school and university students, focusing on cultivating museum curation skills and fostering community-driven public history, research, and interpretation through an equity-centered approach.