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For these students, personal stories and respect are key to promoting racial literacy

Northeastern students shared deeply personal stories Tuesday about the impact of racism throughout their lives -- describing schoolyard taunts and uncomfortable conversations with family members as part of an ongoing discussion about Racial Literacy.

by Hillary Chabot February 24, 2021

Northeastern’s Racial Literacy series takes on Boston’s troubled history

A diverse panel of Northeastern faculty assembled to present a side of the city that visitors might not know from travel reviews—a history of slave-trading, violent opposition to desegregation in public schools, and an historical dearth of leadership roles for people who aren’t white.

by Peter Ramjug September 29, 2020

3Qs: Bruce Jenner and the transgender rights movement

Gabriel Arkles, a legal research and writing professor in the School of Law, discusses Jenner’s decision to come out as a transgender woman, the barriers facing the transgender rights movement, and the current state of resources and services for the transgender community.

by Jason Kornwitz May 1, 2015

Looking ahead: Social movements in 2015

Marches and demonstrations aimed at shaping the conversation around race and social inequalities captured the nation's attention in 2014. Here, Northeastern assistant professor Sarah Jackson talks about what we've learned from recent activism and what we might expect in 2015.

by Matthew McDonald January 29, 2015

‘50 Years Forward’ series honors civil rights efforts

In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the landmark Civil Rights Act, Northeastern University has organized a yearlong series commemorating the people, events, and groups dedicated to civil rights in America and around the globe. These events include a Gallery 360 exhibit opening Thursday.

by Joe O'Connell December 19, 2013

Remembering Nelson Mandela

Northeastern faculty experts weigh in on Nelson Mandela’s life and legacy.

by News@Northeastern December 6, 2013

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