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Breaking the Code of Silence on Race in Law School
This piece was co-authored by Kyle Alagood, another student at the LSU Law Center. It first appeared in the Huffington Post on October 23, 2014. There is an unspoken rule here in Louisiana: Do not talk about race. The rule … Continue reading
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The Role of the Black Church in the 21st Century
I dedicate this piece to my father, who celebrates 26 years in the ministry this year. Over the past twenty-three years, the church has been one of the most influential aspects of my development. My parents were raised in the … Continue reading
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My Tribute to ASB
In memory of Donald A. Hill, Jr. 1992-2012 The Howard University Alternative Spring Break (ASB) program just completed its twentieth year of service. Born in the Office of the Dean of the Chapel, this university-wide community service initiative has evolved … Continue reading
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The Continued Necessity of Historically Black Colleges and Universities
On March 2, 1867, President Andrew Johnson approved a congressional enactment that chartered the Howard University in the District of Columbia. I dedicate this piece to my alma mater and to the 104 other historically Black colleges and universities in … Continue reading
Call to Action: A Review of the New Jim Crow
This piece appeared in the February 2014 edition of the LSU Law Center’s Student Publication – The Civilian. As I began my junior year at Howard University in August of 2011, I was drawn to the story of Troy Davis. … Continue reading
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