After the recent hate crimes, attacks and discrimination AAPIs have been facing, SMU Dedman held a webinar as a call for action to stop Asian hate and to increase understanding about the roots of racism and xenophobia. More »
The shock of George Floyd’s murder reverberated across the nation, unearthing long-ignored conversations about race and law enforcement. SMU was no exception. More »
By: Tyne Dickson Every word I share in this piece is important. Not because of my merit, but because the perspective of a Black student is rarely spoken outside the walls of dorm rooms or the communion of Black org meetings. These are beautiful days upon us. W... More »
Racism at SMU has long been ignored or minimized by the administration. Read why President Turner's most recent statement may be a turning point. More »
344 lynchings of African-Americans occurred in Texas between the years of 1877-1950, with Anderson county ranking 13th, with 22 victims, on the top 25 list of counties with the most lynching victims. More »
The SMU Association of Black Students (ABS) hosted a meeting in Hughes-Trigg Student Center Forum at 8 p.m. on Nov. 16 to discuss recent incidents of hateful behavior on campus, problems festering in the community in order to propose solutions to incite positi... More »
Ever notice how one hundred hours of doing good doesn’t make people perceive you as ethical, but one lapse of judgment can brand you as unethical for life? More »
What a week we had leading up to my favorite holiday, Halloween. Personally, I love to dress up in costume and enjoy being a character of my own choosing. Unfortunately, several of my fellow students have taken the opportunity to remove their masks this week a... More »
On today's Daily Update, SMU is investigating a party accused of being 'racially offensive' and Family Weekend activities have kicked off. Also, learn the dangers of using colored contact lenses this Halloween. More »