Elizabeth Evans

The Difference Between Explaining and Translating On sitting with the work

A new Substack post!
#communityengaged #CommunityKnowledge #RelationalWork #KnowledgeTranslation

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💙💛 A new curriculum on substance use, piloted in Michigan and Alaska, could save lives by pairing research-based strategies with local knowledge. Read how new approaches from @elizabeth-evans.bsky.social et al are impacting communities where hope is needed: myumi.ch/W6nR5

#LifeChangingEducation

My plane coming into Scammon Bay, AK to bring me back to Bethel, AK. May, 2025.

I’m always sad when ski season is over :-(

Its a terrible injustice to researchers in both roles. I have already called and emailed my representatives and I’m hoping enough people will do the same!

The Junior Professional Researcher (JPR) program is a wonderful opportunity offered by the Institute for Social Research #ISR at the University of Michigan for young people who may have recently completed their undergraduate degree and interested in pursuing research. Check it out!

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A study by Matea Mustafaj and Sonya Dal Cin @rcgd-isr.bsky.social finds viewers who endorse intelligence-related stereotypes may find brilliant characters more believable when they are white males. #CommSky #UmichResearch

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I just returned from Bethel, Alaska where we had a Training of Facilitators for PC CARES with Rural Human Services students at the UAF-Kuskokwim Campus. It always fills my spirit when I spend time in community. #pccares #communtyengagedresearch

I call it Turkey Day, not Thanksgiving. I appreciate spending time with my family eating delicious food, and watching football, but I do not celebrate what the day truly represents…the start of the colonization of my ancestors. #anishnaabe

We took the Polar Express train to the Village of Ashley and it was a nice time! Officially getting into holidays 🎄🎅🤶🎄#michigan

Such a great group of researchers and mentors! #PIRL

What do people think of autonomous driving vehicles? I had my first ride in one today and after a few mins of seeing it went the speed limit, used its turn signals, and followed the rules of the road, it was a comfortable ride! #waymo

We just give in and don’t stand our ground on the hypocrisy. Why do we always fold?

I attended a panel event today celebrating the release of “From the Skin” consisting of stories highlighting community-based work and research with indigenous communities. I can’t wait to read and use in my classes!

I’m happy to be participating in the Promoting Indigenous Research Leadership (PIRL) workshop this week at Arizona State University. It’s been great to get feedback on my specific aims page from successful Indigenous researchers and NIH folks. #IRINAH

The Ann Arbor Observer

Work I’m involved with, PC CARES (Promoting Community Conversations About Research to End Suicide) #evidencebased #suicideprevention

Thank goodness! #localnews #correction #annarbor

Grateful for parks, libraries, and places where anyone can go

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Small rust colored dog in a blanket

Small white dog with gray spots in a red carrier

Small rust colored of sleeping and smiling.

Because I want more cute dog pics in my feed, you’re welcome! #distraction #dogs #dachshunds #cuteness

No mainstream news for me for the indefinite future. #noway #seekingtruth