Accidental Activists: Student-Athletes Fighting for Change
Student-athletes are under a microscope, with every single move & social media like tracked by fans, opponents, & the media. When large, unsettling racial strife or the unfortunate establishment of oppressive laws occur, student-athletes are thrust into the spotlight as activists, with minimal training & preparedness. "Accidental Activists: Student-Athletes Fighting for Change" will feature former student-athletes, athletic department staff, & DEI professionals who stumbled into activism & their journey navigating athletics, politics, and leadership while striving for meaningful change.
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![photo of Kelis Barton](/vite/assets/person-placeholder-edu-fS1N5G6a.png)
Kelis Barton
Hibernian F.C. Soccer Club, Scottish Premier League
Marqez Bimage
University Of Texas At Austin
Trennis Jones
Austin FC
R Janelle Nguyen
United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee