Student activism refers to the collective actions and movements initiated by students to promote social, political, or cultural change. During the '60s, student activism played a crucial role in advocating for civil rights, anti-war sentiments, and campus reform.
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Civil Rights Movement: The Civil Rights Movement was a series of activism campaigns aiming to secure equal rights for African Americans. It fought against racial segregation and discrimination.
Anti-War Movement: The Anti-War Movement opposed US involvement in the Vietnam War and called for peace instead of military intervention.
Campus Reform: Campus reform refers to efforts made by students to bring changes within their educational institutions. This may include demands for diversity, inclusion, curriculum changes, or administrative reforms.