News The Washington Post quotes Barbara Ransby on Economic Inequality and Police Violence amidst a Global Pandemic “There are major turning points and ruptures in history. … This is one of these moments, but we’ve not seen how it will fully play out.” Dave Stovall comments in latest edition of Crain's Chicago Business 'Crain's Forum' on the Impact of Inequality “The city’s population loss in minority neighborhoods on the South and West sides is unyielding. Experts point to various causes: gun violence, underfunded and shuttered schools and health facilities, rising property taxes, lack… Professor Amanda E. Lewis' new co-authored report on Chicago's declining Black population A WBEZ story focuses on a new report from UIC’s Institute for Research on Race and Public Policy that suggests a mix of factors is involved in Chicago’s declining black population and others… Department Head and Professor Dr. Jane Rhodes on the History of Blackface Dr. Jane Rhodes joins Jenn White on Reset, a WBEZ daily talk show, to answer a listener’s question about the history of Blackface, how it started, and why it still persists today. Professor Cedric Johnson on Whiteness Studies and Politics In this article, Johnson comments on Trump’s 2018 election and its “success in parts of the Midwestern heartland” and the “working white class”. He draws comparisons between Trump and Reagan’s slogans and their… UIC Professor David Stovall on NFL's "do-gooder syndrome" David Stovall, UIC professor of African American Studies and Criminology, Law and Justice, is interviewed by the Chicago Tribune in an article exploring various issues surrounding the NFL’s community involvement initiative with Jay-Z’s… UIC English Professor Helen Jun on Toni Morrison with WGN Radio Professor Helen Jun speaks with Jon Hansen about the impact Toni Morrison left on African American community and on literature. Morrison, with her books such as “Beloved” and “Song of Solomon” explored themes… Professor and Department Head Jane Rhodes interviewed by the Chicago Tribune about "The 1619 Project" The Chicago Tribune interviewed Jane Rhodes, UIC professor and head of African American studies, in a column about “The 1619 Project,” which is a New York Times publication featuring a collection of essays… Professor Jane Rhodes interviewed in a Chicago Tribune story on "Sherman’s Showcase" The Chicago Tribune interviewed Jane Rhodes, UIC professor and head of African American studies, in a story on IFC’s new variety show parody “Sherman’s Showcase,” which follows a “Soul Train”-like show from 1972-present.… Professor Barbara Ransby: "‘The Squad’ Is the Future of the Democratic Party" The New York Times published an op-ed from Barbara Ransby, UIC professor of African American Studies, Gender and Women’s Studies, and History; LAS distinguished professor; and director of the Social Justice Initiative at… Prev 1 … 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 … 18 Next
