A Message From the Lamar Dodd School of Art

The Lamar Dodd School of Art at the University of Georgia stands in solidarity with our students, faculty, staff, and alumni, and with communities across Athens, Georgia, and the Nation in this moment of despair. We recognize the long and deep history of oppression that has brought us to this moment and stand against all forms of inequality that position some communities against others.
 
The instruction of art and design comes with the inherent responsibility of influencing the world to be better, more just, and more compassionate. Lamar Dodd School of Art condemns racism and racial violence in all its forms, recognizing the power of scholarship and the ethical imperative of striving to create and sustain an anti-racist community. We stand for the goal of working towards a less divided, more unified society where all voices are equally heard.
 
Lamar Dodd School of Art commits to moving forward in seeking racial justice by creating safe spaces for the voices of People of Color and engaging in thoughtful listening and constructive dialogue, while showing care and understanding for all people.
 
To join us in our commitment to work together for a more united and just world, please visit:

NAACP: https://www.naacp.org/ 
Southern Poverty Law Center: https://www.splcenter.org/ 
Black Lives Matter: https://blacklivesmatter.com/resources/ 
 
We cannot and will not remain silent.