U. of C. professor on the power of hashtags in black activism
In Q&A, Prof. Cathy Cohen explains the power and limits of digital media for black activists

Visionary founder of Chicago black theater dies
Alumna and artist Abena Joan Brown remembered for profound influence on African American theater, activism

The new civil rights movement doesn’t need an MLK
In op-ed, Prof. Cathy Cohen argues that grassroots movements and digital activism have replaced need for Civil Rights leaders

Indian artists call for harmony
Art collective’s work promoting artistic freedom inspires Smart Museum exhibition.
Brooke E. O’Neill