Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Speaker
8th Annual Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Speaker
Temple Grandin
Animal Scientist and
Autism Self-Advocate
Thursday, February 12, 2026 | 7 p.m.
Free and Open to the Public
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Parker’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Speaker Series provides opportunities for all to share in insightful perspectives on vital issues facing our democratic society and global world. Prior speakers have included Charles M. Blow, Howard C. Stevenson, Dr. Tricia Rose, Jelani Cobb, Ijeoma Oluo, Damarr Brown and Lacey Schwartz Delgado.
Please join us for an evening with Dr. Temple Grandin, one of the most influential voices in modern science and animal welfare. As a professor of animal science at Colorado State University, Dr. Grandin is celebrated for her groundbreaking work in humane livestock handling and her unique insights into the autistic mind. As a best-selling author and a subject of a Golden Globe and Emmy Award-winning film, her perspectives are truly transformative.
Whether you’re interested in animal science, psychology, education, neuroscience or simply curious about the world around you, Dr. Grandin’s presentation promises to be a thought-provoking and unforgettable experience.
More on Dr. Grandin is available hereParker’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Speaker Series provides opportunities for all to share in insightful perspectives on vital issues facing our democratic society and global world. Prior speakers have included Charles M. Blow, Howard C. Stevenson, Dr. Tricia Rose, Jelani Cobb, Ijeoma Oluo, Damarr Brown and Lacey Schwartz Delgado.
Francis W. Parker School educates students to think and act with empathy, courage and clarity as responsible citizens and leaders in a diverse democratic society and global community.