All Posts in #Social Justice
“‘Their work will continue’: NBA players prioritizing social justice initiatives over symbolic protests next season.”
Herb Ruffin, associate professor and chair of African American studies in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in the USA Today story “‘Their work will continue’: NBA players prioritizing social justice initiatives over symbolic protests next season.” Many…
“The subtle ways that clicktivism shapes the world.”
Whitney Phillips, assistant professor in the Department of Communication and Rhetorical Studies in the College of Visual and Performing Arts, was interviewed by the BBC for the article “The subtle ways that clicktivism shapes the world.” ‘Clicktivism’ refers to the…
“Protest to Progress: What Pro Athletes Can Do To Initiate Meaningful Change.”
Dennis Deninger, professor of sport management in Falk College, was quoted in the Sportico article “Protest to Progress: What Pro Athletes Can Do To Initiate Meaningful Change.” Deninger, who is an expert on sports media and communications, says that in…
“If You Want Your Branch to Be a Friend, You Can’t Walk Away From a Conversation About Race”
Beth Egan, associate professor of advertising in the Newhouse School, wrote an opinion piece for AdWeek titled “If You Want Your Brand to Be a Friend, You Can’t Walk Away From a Conversation About Race.” Egan argues that now more…
Hard Habit to Break: Core Football Fans May Say #ImWithKap But Will Continue To Watch
Musical celebrities like Common, Cardi B and Rihanna have a made a point of showing public support for former 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick. He’s been out of the NFL since 2017, following his protests of racial injustice by taking a…
Brands Taking Stands for What They Believe In Will Reap Benefits
#Nike and #NikeBoycott remain popular Twitter threads today as consumers debate the latest move by the company to feature Colin Kaepernick as one of the faces of its “Just Do It” ads. Tomorrow night, the company is scheduled to debut…