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Synopsis

Three Mizzou students document their campus revolt, which includes a hunger strike and culminates in the resignation of their college president.

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Why Watch

  • Follow Mizzou students during their impactful protests.
  • See the hunger strike that changed university leadership.
  • Meet the students who took a stand against racism.

Did You Know

  • The documentary was released in 2016 and runs for 32 minutes.
  • Three Mizzou students used cameras to document their protests.
  • The protests led to the resignation of the college president.
  • Students faced fear of violent reprisals during the movement.

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Student activismRacial justiceUniversity protests
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Frequently Asked Questions

What event led to the student movement at Mizzou?

A series of racist acts prompted three Mizzou students to initiate a protest movement.

What action did the Mizzou students take to protest?

The students organized a hunger strike as part of their protest against racism on campus.

What was the outcome of the student movement at Mizzou?

The movement ultimately led to the resignation of the college president.

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