The Minot State University Red & Green hosted a discussion panel about race last week for the purpose of opening a safe space for conversation to understand and begin to solve issues of racism. Sarah Aleshire, assistant professor of English, Harry Hoffman, associate professor of sociology, Annette Mennem, director of the Native American Center and a co-chair of the MSU Diversity Council, and Jerusalem Tukura, MSU student and editor of the Red & Green, served as panelists. Dan

A Q&A with the Vice President for Student Affairs Last month, an unidentified person placed a poster on campus supporting a hate group. Posters promoting the same group were also found on North Dakota State University’s campus. In light of recent happenings regarding racism in the country, one should be concerned as to how Minot State University protects against hate speech in order to maintain a conducive environment for education. Kevin Harmon, vice president for student af

If having a conversation about race and racism is uncomfortable, Minot State University Diversity Council co-chair Annette Mennem said individuals should ask, “Why am I uncomfortable?” Attempting to discover what makes each of us uncomfortable can lead to better understanding of our own history and move beyond it. •Before entering conversations about race and racism, it is necessary to acknowledge the discomfort. The history of racism in America is centuries old and full of p

Editor’s note: The following article contains language that some may find offensive. For persons of color, it’s impossible to be “colorblind.” Their skin repeatedly defines experiences because of the way others see them. What follows is not meant to be divisive. Instead, the Red & Green editors and I hope sharing these stories will lead to awareness for students who have the privilege of not being defined by the color of their skin. Four black students currently attending Min

Race is a sensitive topic and one that most people try to avoid. One of the ways people avoid considering race, racial issues, or racism in general is by assuming a stance of “colorblindness.” The phrase, “I don’t see color,” is more popular now than ever in light of recent racial disputes. It’s in sports — think Colin Kaepernick — on college campuses — think Charlottesville — and in our politics. Everyone feels the need to take a side — racist or not racist. The taking of si