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Kaepernick, 2 Other ‘Vanguards’ Will Receive Honorary Degrees From Morgan State
It has been five and a half years since former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick made headlines for taking a knee during the national anthem before a game against the San Diego Chargers to protest police brutality and racial inequity. Kaepernick’s relentless work—and the efforts of two other “Vanguards of Social Justice and the African-American Experience,” David Burton and David Talbert—are being recognized by Morgan State University at its spring commencement ceremonies.
Civil Rights Activist, Former NFL Quarterback Colin Kaepernick to Receive Honorary Degree from Morgan State
Morgan State will honor former NFL quarterback and civil rights activist Colin Kaepernick with an honorary degree during Saturday’s spring commencement ceremony.
Buffalo Shootings Spark Outrage, Sadness from Higher Education Leaders
For those who attend and work at the more than 100 Historically Black Colleges and Universities, the news was just as heartfelt and shocking as it was in Buffalo. Morgan State University President David Wilson talked about the ongoing violence in the U.S., referencing five mass shootings last weekend, and the fact that 11 of the “lives lost were African-American.” Wilson also referenced how George Floyd’s murder galvanized much of the nation, but that the fervor to end it has ebbed. He demanded renewed action.
Morgan State University to Recognize Vanguards of Social Justice and the African-American Experience During 2022 Commencement Exercises
Social Justice Advocate Colin Kaepernick, Education Equity Defender David Burton, and Noted Filmmaker and Storyteller David E. Talbert to Receive Honorary Degrees
Morgan State University President David K. Wilson Reflects on Mass Shooting and Hate Crimes
As we prepare for this week’s Commencement Exercises, I greet you with a heavy heart. It is difficult for many of us to accept the harsh reality that five mass shootings occurred this past weekend within our nation.
Under Armour Looks to ‘Career Combine,’ Other Diversity Efforts, to Shape Future Workforce
Under Armour looked no farther than its own Baltimore backyard to launch what it considers a key piece of a sweeping global initiative designed to break down barriers limiting access to sports. In an effort to attract a more diverse workforce, Under Armour debuted a career preparation program at Morgan State University, just 8 miles from its Locust Point headquarters. The athletic apparel brand said it expects to expand such events to other historically Black colleges and universities.
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