Why this Howard University freshman has camped outside for more than 2 weeks.
Students like Olmo have taken over the campus's Blackburn Center toof their dorms for more than two weeks now, after reports of rodent infestations, Wi-Fi connectivity problems and mold.
, the university confirmed to NBC News that the school had detected mold in 38 out of 2,700 dorm rooms on the Washington, D.C., campus.from university President Wayne A. I. Frederick last week read, “While there have only been a small number of documented facilities reports relative to our entire inventory of residence rooms, we are actively inquiring about unreported issues that may be in the residence halls by going door to door to interview and assist each resident.
“Secondly, we want an in-person town hall with President Wayne Frederick, where students can discuss their grievances and their experience as the Mecca,” she said, referring to Howard's nickname and reputation among HBCUs.Olmo said so far, Frederick has only met with student leaders and not the full student body, as outlined in the demands. “We asked for a town hall, where all students can be heard,” she said.
Lastly Olmo said, “Our final demand is legal and academic amnesty for everyone involved in this process.”
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