Tag: equal rights

African-American

Johnnetta Cole, Jafari Allen: HBCUs Are Needed And Relevant

Two of the nation’s foremost Black academics and experts on historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) say the 100 predominantly Black schools around the country may be fighting to survive, but they remain relevant as they train students how to create justice in the world and accept themselves.

February 28, 2019

Students

Scholars, Students React to Removal of ‘Silent Sam’ at UNC

While University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill officials called the protesters’ actions “unlawful and dangerous” – sparking backlash – some UNC students, faculty and other community members were elated about the statue’s removal.

August 21, 2018