Friend,
On Jan. 31 and Feb. 1, bomb threats were made to nearly 20
Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) - an
abhorrent act of hate that sought to impede the learning and physical
well-being of students of color.
In response to the threats, the SPLC will be leading a virtual
roundtable tomorrow with some of the nation's leading HBCU
presidents, as well as a U.S. Department of Education official,
discussing the impact of the threats and how HBCUs are planning for
the future.
America's HBCUs Under the Threat of Attack
Tuesday, Feb. 8
12:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Zoom Webinar
RSVP HERE
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The conversation will be moderated by Lecia Brooks
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, SPLC chief of staff and culture, and include as featured guests:
* Dr. Michelle Asha Cooper
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, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Higher Education
Programs/Acting Assistant Secretary for Postsecondary Education,
the U.S. Department of Education
* Dr. Jerryl Briggs Sr.
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, President, Mississippi Valley State University
* Dr. A. Zachary Faison Jr.
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, President, Edward Waters University
* Dr. Walter M. Kimbrough
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, President, Dillard University
* Dr. Anne McCall
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, SVP of Academic Affairs and Provost, Xavier University
* Dr. Felecia M. Nave
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, President, Alcorn State University
HBCUs are among our nation's most trusted institutions of higher
education - a safe space where many students of color choose to
not only advance their education but also to embrace and enjoy their
shared experiences and rich culture. These students are our
nation's future, and we must make every effort to ensure their
safety and protection.
What happened last week to these HBCUs is cause for alarm and action.
We hope you can join us for this important and timely discussion. To
learn more and RSVP, please click here.
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In solidarity,
Your friends at the Southern Poverty Law Center
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