Tag: Racism
‘No need for it’: Black student leader condemns prof’s use of N-word
Western University law students are demanding action after a professor uttered the N-word in class, a moment the Black Law Students’ Association said “tore through the law school, carrying with it a deep ache and hurt.”
In bid to address racism, Western University adds Black studies minor
Racism on campus and in the community has prompted Western University to expand its Black studies program, says the professor who created a new minor that launched this month.
As Confederate flag flew at London home, petition urges city-wide ban
An online petition has been launched asking the City of London to ban the Confederate flag from being displayed in public after the controversial symbol was spotted outside a south-end home.
Disappointment as Chatham Colored All-Stars miss hall of fame, again
Disappointed relatives of the Chatham Colored All-Stars remain hopeful the trailblazing team will eventually enter the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame after failing to be elected again this year.
Muslim leaders call for Ontario to tackle Islamophobia
Imam Aarij Anwer of the London Muslim Mosque said that the province should tackle the issue now and not wait for the results of next year’s election.