Derrick Z. Jackson

For physicist of a similar name, see Derek Jackson.

Derrick Zane Jackson (born July 31, 1955 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin) is a journalist, currently a regular columnist and associate editor for the Boston Globe.[1]

Jackson's views are considered liberal, and he often addresses politics, racial as well as environmental issues in his twice-weekly column. Jackson is known for his annual columns discussing graduation rates of college football and basketball teams. During each year's March Madness, he devotes several columns to discussing the graduation rates of the participating teams.

A native Milwaukeean and graduate of John Marshall High School,[2] Jackson has a Bachelor's degree in Journalism from the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee. He also had a post-graduate journalism fellowship at Harvard University, and is the recipient of various honorary degrees.

References

  1. ↑ Derrick Z. Jackson, Boston Globe
  2. ↑ Sensat Waldren, Julie. "Where I’m From: Oprah, Frank Caliendo, Gene Wilder, Tony Romo. 30 celebrities remember growing up here" Milwaukee Magazine August 25, 2008


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