Ben Johnson’s biggest jobs are helping his athletes navigate injustice and inspiring more diversity in the Big Ten’s whitest athletic department.
Author: Jarrett George-Ballard
Abdulaziz Mohamed prepares to navigate leadership of a post-pandemic campus
As the second Black student to be student body president, Mohamed intends to lead with empathy.
The only one in the class: managing microaggressions and other pressures
When just 7% of undergraduates are Black on campus, predominantly white classes bring complications.
The numbers on Black faculty and students tell the story
Too few chances for tenure; isolation, exhaustion and a slow pace for change.
Design with a mindful, justice-oriented approach
Terresa Moses, an assistant professor in the College of Design, discusses her work with the anti-racist initiative, Design Justice.
Hijabis on the runway: Warda Moosa outlines her vision for a modest fashion future
The College of Design student weaved her East African Culture into her senior project and hopes to start a brand of her own.
Black students at U of M express range of emotions following Chauvin verdict
Uncertainty and concerns prevail about whether the conviction will lead to long-term, systemic change.
Survey: The University’s attempts to address racial inequalities don’t resonate with students
Findings show racial isolation in classrooms affects performance, comfort on campus.
Trying to get through spring semester 2021 in Minneapolis
The Chauvin trial and Wright killing has created a heavy load for Black students.
Newly elected MSA president and vice president mark fundamental change
Abdulaziz Mohamed and Samiat Ajibola, the first Black president and vice president duo for MSA, work toward centering student voices and holding the University accountable.