Hear ‘Reservation Dogs’ actor, environmental activist Dallas Goldtooth speak Sept. 24
Comedian, actor and activist Dallas Goldtooth will speak at 鶹ѰBoulder at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 24. The event will take place at Macky Auditorium and tickets are available now.
Tickets will be $2 for students, $5 for faculty and staff, and $10 for the general public.. The event is sponsored by 鶹ѰBoulder’s student-run Cultural Events Board (CEB).
Perhaps best known for his role as William Knifeman in the FX series “Reservation Dogs,” Goldtooth brings a unique perspective to the issues of environmental justice and environmental racism, which are central to this year’s talk, according to Marya Miften, speakers coordinator for CEB.
More from the Cultural Events Board on Dallas Goldtooth:
Why did the Cultural Events Board choose Dallas Goldtooth as a campus speaker?
We chose Dallas Goldtooth because his unique perspective on environmental justice and racism, shaped by his activism and background, provides a powerful and inspiring voice that highlights how environmental issues disproportionately affect marginalized communities. We believe his insights will not only educate but also inspire students to think critically about environmental justice and their role in it.
What about his work and career will connect with and intrigue 鶹Ѱstudents?
As an activist of Dakota and Diné heritage, Goldtooth has firsthand experience with how environmental issues disproportionately impact Indigenous communities and other marginalized groups. Goldtooth’s background and work are not only inspiring but also serve as a powerful call to action, encouraging students to engage in efforts to address and mend these disproportionate effects on vulnerable communities. His ability to connect personal and communal experiences with broader environmental issues makes him an ideal speaker choice.
If you go
Who: Open to the public
What: An Evening with Dallas Goldtooth
When: Tuesday, Sept. 24, 7 p.m.
Where: Macky Auditorium
Goldtooth's career as an activist, educator and comedian will resonate with 鶹Ѱstudents. Beyond his activism, Goldtooth is also widely recognized for his role in the popular series “Reservation Dogs,” making him a familiar face that we hope many students will be excited to hear from.
His involvement in the fight against the construction of various pipelines, combined with his work as a cultural and language teacher, provides a unique blend of environmental activism and cultural preservation. He has a mix of serious activism, relatable humor and mainstream visibility that will engage students on multiple levels.
About the Cultural Events Board
The Cultural Events Board’s mission is to provide programming that brings culture, diversity and social awareness to the 鶹ѰBoulder campus.
Past CEB speakers have included award-winning singer, dancer and actress Rita Moreno; South African-born comedian and commentator Trevor Noah; founders of the Black Lives Matter movement; comedian and commentator Hasan Minhaj; former Ohio Governor John Kasich; Olympic gymnast and author Aly Raisman; and Academy Award-winner Viola Davis.