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QCC Takes a Stand Against Racism

April 2018
  • Assistant Professor of English, Jasmine Ortiz (left) talks about standing against racism as students and Associate Professor of Human Services, Brenda Safford look on.
    Assistant Professor of English, Jasmine Ortiz (left) talks about standing against racism as students and Associate Professor of Human Services, Brenda Safford look on.
  • Students sign the "Stand Against Racism' banner.
    Students sign the "Stand Against Racism' banner.

Quinsigamond Community College joined with the YWCA of Central Massachusetts and a host of other schools and organizations across the Central Massachusetts region to take a Stand Against Racism. During the week of April 23, students, faculty and staff wore wristbands that signified their commitment to promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all people. A “Stand Against Racism” banner was also available for students, faculty and staff to sign.

On Friday, April 27 a panel discussion was held in the Harrington Learning Center that focused on racial injustice in addition to a viewing of the Crossing Borders film, American Textures. The film chronicled six people of African American, White and Latino decent who traveled on a journey throughout the diverse communities in the Southern United States. At the end of the film pizza was served and those in attendance discussed some of the issues that were raised in the film.

“They were really being honest. And that’s when racial dialogue starts,” said Associate Professor of Human Services, Brenda Safford after watching the film. “When communication begins and that’s where you start bridging.  Let’s be for real. In order for you to make change that has to happen.”

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