CSULB is a diverse school, but its past is characterized by racist policies, people and events. Its transformation into a progressive institution is a work in progress, but it has come a long way.
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ASI addresses racism at Cal Poly SLO
Students were outraged at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo two weeks ago when a fraternity was exposed for one member wearing “blackface” at a party. This week, flyers were found by a SLO professor targeting African-American students, creating more controversy for the campus. This situation did not go unnoticed at[Read More…]
Solving ‘The Problem with Apu’ really isn’t that hard
After nearly 28 years on television, backlash is not new for “The Simpsons.” The most recent wave of it grew in response to a scene in the episode “No Good Read Goes Unpunished.” The scene in question drew both criticism for what was perceived to be a reference to the[Read More…]
CSULB president condemns campus violence, embraces peaceful protest
College President Jane Close Conoley sent out a campus-wide email on Aug. 15 condemning racism and acts of violence amid the incidents at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville. The president sent out the message over the summer break in response to the national coverage and attention focused on Charlottesville[Read More…]