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The first Teach-In
In 1965, U-M professors took the lead in stirring national opposition to the war in Vietnam. Their example inspired a new form of campus protest nationwide.
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Hair down to there
The ‘Beatle haircut’ of 1964 sent men’s locks at Michigan flowing past the ears, collars, and shoulders.
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Feel free to comment
It’s not over till it’s over, MT readers. This issue has a great story that continues well into the comments section. Read on!
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Day of dissent
On Oct.15, 1969, President Robben Fleming advised U-M faculty to forgo attendance. The campus had been given over to the biggest of all 1960s peace protests.
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Guerrilla librarians
In 2005, a move to shut down the Residential College’s popular Benzinger Library sparked student protests, sit-ins, and a move to take back the stacks of East Quad.
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Power of one
In 1985 Deborah Robinson, PhD ’87, created a bracelet program with the names of political prisoners serving life sentences in South Africa. Solidarity prevails today.
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U-M acquires Hayden papers
Activist Tom Hayden’s papers join extensive Labadie Collection chronicling radical history and social protest movements worldwide.
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Eyewitness to history
A dive into the MT archives reveals a treasure trove of photos (circa 1967-70) by award-winning artist and American Hustle editor Jay Cassidy.
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Being black at Michigan
Student activists spark national dialogue; engage with alumni, use social media to organize and advocate for change.