The UK Black Graduate and Professional Student Association (UKBGPSA), Social Justice Advocacy Group (SJAG), and concerned undergraduate students hosted the "UK Call To Action Town Hall Event" on February 29, 2016. The purpose of this event was to raise awareness of African/African American concerns on racial climate at UK. In addition, UK senior administrators discussed new plans for addressing these concerns. The event was attended by over 500 individuals including undergrads, graduate students, administrators, and news media.

MD/PhD graduate student Eseosa Ighodaro was part of the leadership team organizing the event.

 

Additional Links:

http://www.wtvq.com/2016/02/29/94347/ - ABC 36 news coverage of Monday's town hall with UK senior administrators

http://www.kentucky.com/news/local/ed... - Open Letter to UK Senior Administrators

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