Nicki Gonzales lends historical perspective to pressing issues

Vice provost, professor provides insight to ABC News, Colorado Public Radio

This summer, Denver and other cities around the nation have been sites of major protests and dialogue regarding racial injustice. 

Nicki Gonzales, associate professor of history and vice provost for diversity and inclusion, recently spoke to Colorado Public Radio to provide historical perspective on the important issues facing our society today. 

“This is a moment of opportunity,” Gonzales said. “This is a moment to ask for things that will have a lasting effect."

Read and listen to Gonzales' words by following the links below:

• June 19: "Coronavirus, Racism and Perseverance: What It's Like to Be Black in Colorado Right Now", Colorado Public Radio
• July 8: "Efforts In Colorado To Remove Names And Statues Of Controversial Figures", Colorado Public Radio
• July 9: "Marginalized Voices Are ‘Louder And More Powerful’ In This Colorado Moment Of Monument Retrospection", Colorado Public Radio
• Sept. 1: "Communities in Colorado Grapple with Town Names that Hold Troubling History", ABC News