I currently serve a minority/majority campus and of the 60% student of color population, over half identify as Black/African-American. This summer, I have learned a lot more about the statistics in the US criminal justice system and the systemic racism therein. As simple as it sounds to have "personal contact and a high quality interaction," I need to consistently apply these 2 concepts with my work with all students, especially the students of color I serve. While the current COVID-19/coronavirus pandemic has negatively influenced one's ability to have "personal contact," virtual means exist and can be effective, too.
