Georgetown University’s Newspaper of Record since 1920

The Hoya

Georgetown University’s Newspaper of Record since 1920

The Hoya

Georgetown University’s Newspaper of Record since 1920

The Hoya

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Athletes and Advocates for Workers’ Rights and Wearable Justice held a public forum to discuss questions regarding the university’s relationship with Nike on Wednesday.

Athletes, Activists Host Forum

By Patricja Okuniewska December 4, 2015

Athletes and Advocates for Workers’ Rights and Wearable Justice held a public forum to address questions about their awareness campaign against Nike’s unethical business practices and discussed plans...

COURTESY JAKE MAXMIN
A student activist tapes over the Nike logo on a shoe to protest unethical business practices. A letter sent to University President John J. DeGioia asked the university to sever ties with the athletic apparel company.

Athletes, Advocates Pen Anti-Nike Letter

By Ashwin Puri and Patricja Okuniewska November 20, 2015

Athletes and Advocates for Worker’s Rights, a working group composed of athletes from multiple sports teams and student advocates, delivered a letter to University President John J. DeGioia’s office...

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