The Native American and Indigenous Studies Program at UT Austin is thrilled to host visiting guest lecturer Dr. Will Flavell (Māori) on Thursday, October 3rd, 2:00 PM in RLP 1.302B (Glickman Conference Center). Dr. Flavell will present a comprehensive overview of the prevalent challenges faced by Indigenous students in Aotearoa, New Zealand, alongside insights from his own educational journey. His talk will center on empowering Māori learners within an education system that has historically underserved them. Dr. Flavell will outline collaborative strategies aimed at rectifying these systemic failures and will share highlights from significant projects, including language revitalization, that he has undertaken with the aspiration of effecting meaningful change.

Dr. Will Flavell, an indigenous Fulbright Scholar from Aotearoa New Zealand, brings a wealth of experience to the field of education. With an extensive background as a secondary school teacher and advocate for educational excellence, he specializes in elevating the academic success of Māori learners. Dr. Flavell is a staunch proponent of integrating Mātauranga Māori - traditional Māori knowledge - into the school curriculum, emphasizing the significance of incorporating Māori perspectives within educational settings. In addition to his educational endeavours, Dr. Flavell serves as an elected member of the Auckland Council, where he has been the dedicated representative for the Henderson-Massey ward since 2013.

This event is free and open to the public -- light refreshments will be provided. 

We hope to see you there! 

Funding support provided by the Braunagel-Brown Excellence Fund for Native American and Indigenous Studies