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Danny Lyon, “John Lewis in Cairo, Illinois,” 1963, Gelatin silver print, printed later, 11 x 14 inches.

Newest Exhibit in Emily Davis Gallery Explores Current Social Climate

The photography of four regional artists are being featured alongside activist and photographer Danny Lyon.
By LeKesha Parkman, Special Editions Editor • September 22, 2020

The newest exhibit in the Emily Davis Gallery, “Bearing Witness: A Response to Current Events by Regional Photographers” opened on Aug. 24 and is available to the public until Oct. 9. Photographers...

Kenyette Tisha Barnes spoke about her role in the #MuteRKelly movement.

Kenyette Tisha Barnes Speaks About Oppression, Activism

Barnes is the co-founder of the #MuteRKelly movement, which protests the singer’s abuse of women and girls.
By Elizabeth Heckler, Social Media Editor • March 9, 2020

In an event hosted by The University of Akron’s Women’s Studies Program, Kenyette Tisha Barnes spoke about the #MuteRKelly movement on Mar. 3 in the Jean Howard Taber Student Union. Barnes is a...

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