By Boaz DvirAssociate Professor of Journalism, Penn State UniversityIt’s a scene that’s played out in K-12 schools around the country in recent years. Unprompted, a student expresses her thoughts or feelings about a difficult issue, such as the Iran war. A murmur spreads through the classroom.

Black History Showcase draws hundreds to GSUThe 2026 Black History Showcase at Governors State University, which celebrates African American history, achievement and culture, drew more than 500 students from five area school districts.The event included a musical tribute to the late Rev. Jesse L....