"Our aim was to create a safe space for White students that are normally in predominantly black areas that can often be uncomfortable,” said Akilo Stawarz. “Our goal is to create an environment that is freeing for White students but also to work on events for educating the black people in our environment and also events for the White community.”

I switched the races in the article for fun.

South Portland guidance counselor on leave as district investigates incident with Black Student Union

The guidance counselor says he didn't intend to offend anyone with an email to staff last week regarding the new student group, but some students and teachers say the incident was hurtful and a reminder of why having a Black Student Union is so important.