In America’s white and evangelical haze, we can forget that Black History is American history, but Black Awareness Month, as we at UM call it, is here to make sure that we never forget.
So many times, we’ve seen questions like “What would MLK say or do if he were here today?” and these statements are often ahistorical because King has spoken about inequality of all kinds.
We are calling on the school and administration to extend our reading days. In the past, we were given three full days, but since 2013, they have been cut down.
More people are going to college now than ever before, a result of an increasingly competitive job market that requires at least an undergraduate degree.
Making UM more accessible is not only good for lower-income students, but it will also enrich our campus culture and lead to an enhanced learning environment for everyone.