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A 1960s flyer from the students for a democratic society (SDS)
The Port Huron Statement, drafted by Students for a Democratic Society, outlined a vision for participatory democracy and challenged Cold War politics, sparking a new wave of student activism in the 1960s. -
Kent State Univeristy Vietnam War Protest
During an anti-Vietnam War protest at Kent State University, National Guard troops opened fire, killing four students. The tragedy became a symbol of the deep national divide over the war. -
Anti-Apartheid Protest at UC Berkley
UC Berkeley students staged a sit-in at Sproul Hall demanding divestment from companies supporting apartheid in South Africa. Over 100 arrests sparked national attention and influenced university policy. -
Black LIves Matter Campus Protest at University of Missouri
Student activists, led by Concerned Student 1950, protested systemic racism on campus. Their efforts led to the resignation of the university president and inspired similar movements nationwide. -
Fridays for Future Climate Strike (U.S student participation)
Thousands of U.S. college students joined the Global Climate Strike, walking out of classes to demand urgent climate action. The event was part of the youth-led Fridays for Future movement.