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Caption: Grad Student Walkout By Hannah Black
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Caption: For the past week, tension has come to a head over issues with racism, sexism and homophobia on the University of Missouri campus.
Student activist group Concerned Student 1950 has spearheaded the campaign to remove UM System President Tim Wolfe, who they say has been inadequate as president in combatting these sensitive issues.
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Caption: Supporters gather during a walkout planned by the Forum on Graduate Rights in support of student activist group Concerned Student 1950 at Carnahan Quad on Monday, Nov. 9, 2015.
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Caption: During the walkout, it was announced that UM System President Tim Wolfe has resigned. Protestors and supporters were joyful, as they had achieved one of the main goals of their recent campaign.
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Caption: A core member of Concerned Student 1950 made a statement directly following the announcement of Wolfe's resignation saying that the fight was only beginning. The student could not be reached for comment.
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Caption: Also following the announcement, protestors and supporters gathered in prayerful song to reinforce solidarity.
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Caption: Former Mizzou football player Michael Sam was among the supporters present.
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Caption: Concerned Student 1950 established a "no media safe space" within the Carnahan Quad campsite. No media was allowed inside the ring of supporters that formed around the campsite.