Every February since the turn of the 21st century UTM has hosted an annual Civil Rights Conference. The conference is only one of two in the entire country dedicated to honoring civil rights activists, and promoting social change. Each year there are several events focusing on topics relating to civil rights such as immigration, segregation… Continue reading Celebrating 20 years of civil rights at UTM
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Anderson appointed director of UTM Civil Rights Conference
Dr. Lindsay Anderson, assistant professor of Sociology, was recently appointed the director of the annual UTM Civil Rights Conference, which is held each February. Dr. David Barber, associate professor of History and Philosophy, has been director of the UTM Civil Rights Conference. He has served the Civil Rights Conference since 2005. Barber announced his decision… Continue reading Anderson appointed director of UTM Civil Rights Conference
Why we will always diligently cover Black History Month
As February rolls around each year, we find ourselves looking back at a time in history that is, by no exaggeration, appalling. During this time we also find ourselves looking forward to a day still to come, that activists everywhere see as a dream. We’re looking forward to a day of complete equality. We’re looking… Continue reading Why we will always diligently cover Black History Month
Black Panther Party co-founder speaks at UTM
Bobby Seale, co-founder and national chairman of the Black Panther Party, served as the keynote speaker for the 18th annual UTM Civil Rights Conference on Feb. 22, 7 p.m., in Watkins Auditorium of the Boling University Center. Seale’s keynote address titled, “From Dream to Woke,” transported listeners back in time to the 1960s. The large… Continue reading Black Panther Party co-founder speaks at UTM
People should not tolerate unjust, immoral laws
Just because something is written down as a law does not mean it is just. This is why laws should always be subject to careful examination and change. Social attitudes change over time and some laws never fell into social acceptance at any point in their existence. Unjust laws have plagued nearly every country at… Continue reading People should not tolerate unjust, immoral laws