Racism in academia is not unheard of, but instances of subtle racism, or microaggressions, are often left unaddressed.

Claiming to be “color blind” just means you’re blinding yourself to the realities of racism and racial prejudice in all its forms.

Across college campuses and social media, younger generations have started to challenge those fleeting comments that seem innocent but leave uneasy feelings behind.

"The only thing that should follow, 'I'm not racist, but...' is: 'I do live in a system of institutionalized racism that I absorb and actively benefit from."-Aparna Nancherla— The Liturgists (@TheLiturgists) November 28, 2020