

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Author Talk & Book Signing with Evelyn Carter, Ph.D.
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 17 Feb, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Tue, 17 Feb, 2026 at 08:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Join us at Zora’s Place for an evening of conversation, curiosity, and candor with Evelyn R. Carter, author of Was That Racist?About this Event tackles one of the most common—and uncomfortable—questions people ask themselves in everyday life. Drawing on cutting-edge social psychology research, real-world examples, and pop culture, Evelyn R. Carter, Ph.D. offers practical language and tools for recognizing racial bias when it shows up, talking about it without defensiveness, and responding in ways that actually move us forward. The book invites readers to replace fear and avoidance with clarity, accountability, and connection.Dr. Carter will be joined by Dr. Michael W. Kraus, Professor of Psychology at Northwestern University and founding director of Society Workshop, a nonprofit dedicated to translating social science research into community impact. Dr. Kraus studies how inequality is created and sustained, and he brings a sharp, accessible lens to discussions about power, bias, and social change.Whether you’ve ever wondered “Was that racist?”, “Did I say the wrong thing?”, or “How do we talk about this better?”—this conversation is for you.Books will be available for purchase, and there will be time for audience Q&amp;A. Come curious, come thoughtful, and come ready for an honest, nuanced conversation.  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/10f76fd0-0722-11f1-afd0-1f6c76255226-rimg-w1110-h740-dc4a464a-gmir.jpg About Evelyn R. Carter, Ph.D., is a social psychologist and author of cutting-edge research on how to detect and discuss racial bias. As a diversity, equity, and inclusion expert, she has applied those evidence-based practices in a vast array of industries ranging from higher education, to financial services, to technology, to retail and professional sports, and at organizations like American Express, Burberry, Cushman &amp; Wakefield, Nike, the NFL, Uber, and UCLA. Known for blending research, pop culture, and corporate DEI practices into unique insights, Dr. Carter’s work has been featured inThe Atlantic,USA Today,Fast Company,HarvardBusiness Review, and more.  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/111d4750-0722-11f1-9237-41c3f1e7bd9a-rimg-w740-h740-dcbfc0bf-gmir.jpg About Michael W. Kraus is a Professor of Psychology at Northwestern University, Morton O. Schapiro Faculty Fellow at the Institute for Policy Research, and founding director of Society Workshop—a nonprofit focused on connecting social science research with communities that can use it to improve people’s lives. Michael enjoys teaching about the contribution of basic psychological states to inequality, and collaborating with trainees on related topics. Michael lives in Evanston, IL with his spouse and their two children. He grew up in southern California. In his free time, Michael enjoys brunch, coffee, Warriors basketball, Liverpool football, and being a dad.
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## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Evanston
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Zora's Place
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- **full address**: Zora's Place, 2223 Washington St., Evanston, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Tue, 17 Feb, 2026 at 07:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Zora's Place, 2223 Washington St., Evanston, United States
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- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
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- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** art, literary-art, sports, workshops, fine-arts, football, brunch
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