Activism

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