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Simon Tam (right) and Joe Jiang (left) talk about their experiences in the Supreme Court.

Musical advocate against Asian racism speaks at USI

Casey Clark, Chief Copy Editor March 1, 2022

An Asian man sat on the pews inside the Supreme Court, his case being told by lawyers. A label hovered over him as he sat in the pews: racist. This label went against everything he stood for, invalidating...

USIs Mandela Social Justice Day

Understanding black American history — Mandela Social Justice Day

Mohammad Albazzaz, Staff Writer February 13, 2021

Students can hear about the enduring impact of slavery on the university’s Mandela Social Justice Day.  The Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Council will be hosting the Mandela Social Justice day,...

Letter to the Editor: Recognizing significance in USI events

Sarah Doerr February 11, 2020

I was incredibly disappointed to see prominent members of USI’s faculty and staff hunched over their phones while sitting in reserved seating at Angela Davis’s Mandela Day address.   Certainly,...

Angela Davis inspires social awareness in students

Angela Davis inspires social awareness in students

Marissa Jacobs, Staff Writer February 11, 2020

The turnout for Dr. Angela Davis’s speech was great. A live-stream was set up for those who weren't able to sit in Carter Hall due to overcrowding.  It was impressive to see how many people in the...

Angela Davis to present 2020 Nelson Mandela Social Justice Day keynote

Angela Davis to present 2020 Nelson Mandela Social Justice Day keynote

Susanna Fravell, Staff Writer January 14, 2020

Angela Davis will be coming to USI on Feb. 5 to present “Democracy and Civil Engagement”.  The presentation will take place at 6 p.m. in Carter Hall. An Activism Fair will take place in Carter...

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