Aluet Deng

[Aluet Deng @deng16790]

Looking forward, I wonder how do we as a society continue to ensure that all students have equal access to opportunities to succeed. Is this just educational issue, or should this be a holistic effort with other systems in mind? @fshottsf

[Aluet Deng @deng16790]

I find Melvin Tolson to be a very strong leader because he was cognizant of the harsh realities his students would face in a racist society. He pushed them beyond their limits, knowing they would have to work harder to compete with students who had greater privileges. @fshottsf

[Aluet Deng @deng16790]

As a part of @fshottsf class, I had the opportunity to watch The Great Debaters. This particularly compelling movie follows the experiences of an all-Black debate team as they navigate institutional racism and segregation during the Jim Crow era.