Who is Black? One Nation's Definition
James Davis is retired professor of Sociology at Illinois State University. He is the author of numerous books, including 'Who is Black? One Nation's
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Understanding the history and impact race has on society can be overwhelming. Although some of the stories about race and racism took place many years ago, others have happened within our own lifetimes. The effects still linger to this day and can bring up feelings of pain and trauma. This page is meant to serve as a place for visitors to be connected to books, articles, videos, and other resources about race and how to talk about it. This will also be a place where new resources are added so be sure to check back for more!
Confederate Statues Were Built To Further A 'White Supremacist Future'
This article discusses the history of the erection of Confederate monuments around the United States following calls for their removal.
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How a shifting definition of ‘white’ helped shape U.S. immigration policy
The definition of what it means to be a White person in the United States has changed just as rapidly as the population demographics.
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State Archives of North Carolina
The Division of Archives and Records is part of the Office of Archives and History and the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural
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RACE: Are We So Different?
This is the official website of the original RACE: Are We So Different? exhibit that was developed by the American Anthropological Association and the
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American Anthropological Association
The American Anthropological Association is the world’s largest scholarly and professional organization of anthropologists. The Association is dedicated to advancing human understanding and applying
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Are We Automating Racism?
There is an assumption that tech is neutral, and we have turned to tech as a way to root out racism, sexism, or other
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Black Girls Code
A website that builds pathways for young women of color to embrace the current tech marketplace as builders and creators by introducing them to
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How America’s Hottest City is Trying to Cool Down
Urban neighborhoods that lack trees and green spaces have, on average, much higher temperatures than neighborhoods that do. The neighborhoods without green or nature
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Black Americans are Systematically Under-Treated for Pain. Why?
Urban neighborhoods that lack trees and greenspaces have, on average, much higher temperatures than neigborhoods that do. The neighborhoods without green or nature spaces
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American Indian Tribes in North Carolina
A website that includes information about the eight American Indian tribes recognized by the state of North Carolina.
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