This is not something new for African Americans.” 11 incident, described feelings of anger and “real fear” upon hearing of the incident. So-called “Zoom-bombings” have become a more common occurrence nationwide, where anonymous trolls join public Zoom meetings, often to spread hateful and disgusting messages.Ĭommunications Professor and Department Chair Lynn Harper, who sent a Feb. 16 statement to college faculty, CLC president Lori Suddick said, “Clearly, we have much work to do to address racism in our community, and we must remain steadfast in our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion… Racism will not be tolerated at CLC.” When the attack started, the event was quickly closed down and canceled, and in a statement, the college said it is currently investigating who is behind the attack. 11 event, titled “Health in the Black Community,” featured three doctors discussing “preventative health care in the African American Community” as well as the effect of COVID-19 on the Black community, according to CLC’s website. A Black History Month event was interrupted by chants of racial slurs and offensive language from anonymous attendees, and the college is looking for those responsible.
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