To the Editor:
On behalf of the many students, faculty and staff who expressed the need for and helped organize last Monday's meeting to address issues of respect and diversity on campus, I want to thank everyone who attended and participated.
About 175 students came to Cutter-Shabazz Hall to "identify common goals and multiple strategies for productively addressing the climate of hatred and institutional ignorance made visible by recent campus incidents," as the invitation read. The passion and commitment of the students who participated inspires me.
This is just the beginning. A coalition of students is planning another gathering for this coming Monday. My non-student colleagues and I are eager to support this process, but student experiences, vision and commitment must guide this work. This is your Dartmouth to transform.
Every member of this community who believes we can and must build a more respectful and inclusive living and learning environment has a part to play. Sustain your outrage, sustain your health, share the work, critical mass is crucial.
To learn more or if you want to get involved, blitz "Mobilize."
