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UT to host virtual roundtable discussion about death of George Floyd

The event, happening today, is free and open to the public.
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TOLEDO, Ohio —

The University of Toledo is hosting a virtual roundtable discussions about the death of George Floyd.

The free public event, entitled "Dialogues on Diversity Virtual Townhall" will take place on June 4 at 5:30 p.m.

Those participating in the meeting include:

  • UToledo Police Chief Jeff Newton;
  • Benjamin Davis, UToledo law professor;
  • Dr. Monita Mungo, UToledo assistant professor of sociology;
  • Dr. La Tasha Sullivan, director of the University Counseling Center;
  • Nyah Kidd, president of the Black Student Union; and
  • Darren Gordon, former president of the UToledo chapter of the Student National Medical Association.

“The events of the past week have brought to light the critical role higher education can and must play in facilitating open and honest discussions that empower us as a community and a nation to translate our ideals into actionable change,” Dr. Willie McKether, vice president for diversity and inclusion, said.

The event can be accessed on WebEx using the access code 160 282 6992. The meeting password is HSfu4PQF6D3. Join by phone at 415.655.0002.

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