Today, the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. is often watered down and sanitized. But in reality, he was a radical leader who believed fervently in the beloved community, economic justice and ending war. On today’s episode, guest host Jamar Orr will welcome the Reverend Dr. Jeremiah Wright to talk about Dr. King’s legacy in…Continue Reading Ep. 24: Rev. Jeremiah Wright and MLK’s Legacy
The past year has been, in a word, unprecedented. What can history teach us about living through COVID-19? On this episode, Professor Gina Buccola joins President Ali to talk about three courses that investigate how diseases shaped history. Gina Buccola is a professor of English and chair of the humanities department. Through the Shakespeare…Continue Reading Ep. 23: Humanities and the Pandemic
Dear Roosevelt Students, Maintaining a safe, healthy and inclusive campus community is essential to Roosevelt University. As we prepare for the spring 2021 semester, we know that the COVID-19 pandemic is far from over and last week’s political violence has added further threats to individuals and institutions. As the public health crisis continues and the…Continue Reading Keeping Our Community Safe
Yesterday, like many of you, I watched with horror as pro-Trump rioters stormed the Capitol in an attempt to block the final electoral count. The violence was a shameful assault on the electoral process and the peaceful transfer of power, which are the cornerstones of our democracy. Congress certified the election results early today. …Continue Reading Yesterday’s Challenge to American Democracy