Western New Mexico University Students Newspaper
There is an important need for the representation of stories from students in marginalized groups at Western. Black History Month is a time for the reflection and celebration of black history. Although the stories of students of color should and will be told year round in The Mustang, this section is focused on presenting these spotlights on students of color and Black History Month events around campus with the purpose of representing more stories from marginalized groups such as students of color.
Silver City, NM- The Center for Gender Equity hosted another Black Lives Matter event at the Fine Arts Center Theatre last night, full of activism and strong spirits in the face of social injustices that minorities not only in America, but globally, face because of the color of their skin. Terrence Holtz, Hakim Bellamy, and
Continue reading ➞ The Center Hosts Second Annual Black Lives Matter Night
Silver City, NM- On Tuesday, February 23rd, you may have noticed a few a few flyers and posters around campus declaring: Black Lives Matter. In fact, they were hard to miss. The message behind the material however may have been harder to see. “What this day is about is that we are tired of silence.”
Continue reading ➞ Students Hold a Black Lives Matter Campaign at WNMU