Eric Mock

4 days ago | fox5atlanta.com | Eric Mock

Some professors at Kennesaw State have joined their students, voicing strong opposition to the university's recent decision to eliminate three majors, including Black Studies. During a virtual news conference, faculty members condemned the move, calling for the programs to be reinstated. What they're saying: Students have expressed concerns that the decision may be influenced by political pressures, particularly from the Trump administration, to eliminate certain types of programs.

5 days ago | fox5atlanta.com | Eric Mock

For the first time, we’re hearing from students at Kennesaw State University about the school’s decision to get rid of several majors of study, including Black Studies. What they're saying: "Being a Christian, Egyptian woman who just didn't have a box for her to fill in, I've always felt like I was kind of an outcast in a way," said Kennesaw State University junior Mariam Shafik. She’s majoring in both Black Studies and Sociology.

5 days ago | yahoo.com | Eric Mock

The BriefSome students at Kennesaw State University are speaking out after the university removed three majors, including Black Studies. KSU leadership says they’re removing the programs due to low enrollment, but students believe the university is caving to political pressure. Students are urging others to also speak out and express their concerns to university leaders, as they worry this move by KSU will make it less welcoming to diverse students.

6 days ago | fox5atlanta.com | Eric Mock

The city of Peachtree Corners is working to decide whether to form its own police force, and some of its residents already have strong opinions on the matter. City leaders kicked off a public feedback and awareness campaign about the proposal to form their own police department with a Q&A Townhall on Thursday. What we know: "Is it better one way or the other? There are pros and cons of each," said City Manager for Peachtree Corners, Brian Johnson.

6 days ago | yahoo.com | Eric Mock

The BriefThe City of Peachtree Corners is weighing whether to form its own police department. City leaders kicked off a public feedback and awareness campaign with a Q&A Townhall on Thursday. The City’s Mayor, Mike Mason, says they’re not dissatisfied with the job Gwinnett County Police are doing patrolling the city now. However, he says it’s worth considering forming their own department given the staffing shortages and the large area GCPD covers.