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The Institute for the Study of Sport, Society and Social Change is dedicated to research, analysis and
education at the intersection of sport and society.
LATEST NEWS
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Reflecting on the Day’s Significance
"Victory Salute," the Smith/Carlos sculpture and SJSU's Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library makes us proud of our legacy and reminds us of King's support of the Olympic Project for Human Rights. Today, we take a moment to reflect on this day’s significance.
SJSU Reflects on the History and Future of Athlete Activism
Olympians, athletes, scholars and journalists discussed how the history of athlete activism will influence future waves of social justice at San Jose State's Institute for the Study of Sport, Society and Social Change Words to Action: Landmarks and Legacy of Athlete Activism town hall.
Alumni Tommie Smith and John Carlos to Receive the San Jose State University Tower Award
Smith and Carlos were SJSU track and field team members when they were selected to compete in the 1968 Olympics, held in Mexico City.
