Yale University Apologizes for Historical Ties to Slavery

The Ivy League institution acknowledges its past and announces initiatives to address its legacy.

Yale University formally apologized for its historical ties to slavery, acknowledging the role and contributions of enslaved people to the university's history.
The apology comes alongside the release of 'Yale and Slavery: A History,' a comprehensive study of the university's involvement with slavery.
Yale identified over 200 enslaved individuals, including Black and Indigenous people, some of whom contributed to the construction of its oldest building, Connecticut Hall.
The university announced a series of initiatives aimed at addressing the effects of slavery, including educational outreach, fellowships, and support for historically black colleges and universities.
Yale will also transform Connecticut Hall into a 'place of healing and communion' and commission art recognizing enslavement.