The Black Lives Matter and Rhodes Must Fall movements have brought renewed attention to the ongoing legacies of slavery, racism and colonialism in all aspects of society - including higher education.<br /> <br />In this podcast, Dr Alexander Scott, Lecturer in Modern History, explores these contemporary issues and discusses the connections of cities, universities and prominent individuals to transatlantic slavery and abolitionism.

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Universities, Race and Slavery: From Liverpool to Lampeter – Dr Alex Scott UWTSD

JUL 1, 202016 MIN
UWTSD | YDDS

Universities, Race and Slavery: From Liverpool to Lampeter – Dr Alex Scott UWTSD

JUL 1, 202016 MIN

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The Black Lives Matter and Rhodes Must Fall movements have brought renewed attention to the ongoing legacies of slavery, racism and colonialism in all aspects of society - including higher education.<br /> <br />In this podcast, Dr Alexander Scott, Lecturer in Modern History, explores these contemporary issues and discusses the connections of cities, universities and prominent individuals to transatlantic slavery and abolitionism.