Duke Students Call for Better Climate for Blacks
Action brought on by recent study that suggested African Americans switched to less-difficult majors
2012-01-25
Tom Breen The Associated Press
DURHAM, N.C. (AP) -- A group of about two dozen Duke University students urged administrators Tuesday to create a better climate and provide more financial support for black students, saying they've been disappointed so far in how top officials have reacted to their viewpoints. Read the complete article
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