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Elizabeth Hordge-Freeman, associate professor of sociology

USF adds senior advisor on diversity and inclusion, announces additional actions to address societal racism

ßÙßÇÂþ»­ President Steven Currall announced a series of actions to reinforce USF’s commitment to diversity and inclusion and further support the university’s efforts to help end racism in society.

August 4, 2020University News

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The power of protest

ßÙßÇÂþ»­ expert discusses the significance of past and present social movements and their impact on society.

June 25, 2020Research and Innovation

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Nationwide protests highlight significance of continued research and education to prevent racism

USF researchers have spent decades studying the many facets of civil unrest. They’ve witnessed activists spark effective change, demonstrations lead to destruction and communities become wary of police. They’ve educated tens of thousands of students on significant moments of history and how such history tends to repeat itself. It’s a lesson playing out nationally in response to the death of George Floyd with protests erupting thousands of miles away from where he died in Minneapolis police custody.

June 3, 2020Research and Innovation

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