#FlintWaterCrisis deamed a result of Systemic Racism

Dear Reader, On January 25, 2016, the Michigan Civil Rights Commission unanimously passed a resolution to hold a series of hearings to determine if any civil rights had been abridged by the contamination of the Flint water distribution system. At all three hearings, we heard of the many challenges and hardships faced by residents unable … Read more

BFSAA President’s Statement on Black Lives

Blacks Assaulted by Those Who Should Protect Them From the BFSAA President 10/24/2016 Hands up or hands down, in the car or out of the car, walking or driving, twelve years old or 43 years old, no weapon or  BB gun, cooperating or resisting arrest, stopped for supposedly minor traffic violation.  It doesn’t matter.  Blacks … Read more

Inspirational Woman of the Year Award Nomination

The Inspirational Woman of the Year Award recognizes the achievements of women staff and faculty affiliated with Michigan State University (including main campus and all off-site and satellite campuses). The award highlights woman-identified individuals who demonstrate integrity, leadership, quality performance, integrative and inclusive action, and influence on campus and in the community. Three individuals will … Read more