Town Square
How Black History is Taught in Schools Today
Posted on · Why some states are trying to limit what is taught in the classroom and the importance of knowing our full history.
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Town Square
The Year in Race and Social Justice
Posted on · This week Town Square reflects on the events that defined 2020 in a three-part special series. These memorable roundtable discussions feature some of our favorite guests in the past year to discuss the leading events that have shaped our lives.
Education News
Prairie View A&M Plans New Center For Race And Justice Following George Floyd’s Death
Posted on · University President Ruth Simmons also wants to require all incoming students to study race and class throughout U.S. history.
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Waller County to Fight Voter Suppression Lawsuit
Posted on · In response to the lawsuit — filed on behalf of five Prairie View A&M students — the rural county will expand early voting hours but "vigorously oppose" the allegations.
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Waller County Elections Office Denies Rejecting Voter Registrations from Prairie View A&M Students
Posted on · “We have absolutely not rejected one voter registration from the campus,” a local election official says.
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Lawsuit: Prairie View A&M Coach Aided Student Accused Of Sexual Assault
Posted on · The university says it doesn't comment on pending litigation but that officials take allegations of sexual assault seriously
Black History Month
WATCH: The Legacy Of Prairie View A&M
Posted on · This is one of the oldest public universities in Texas
Houston Matters
Re-Examining Relationships Between African-Americans & Law Enforcement
Posted on · How has the relationship between African-Americans and Houston law enforcement changed since 2016?