Derrick Z. Jackson

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For physicist of a similar name, see Derek Jackson (physicist).

Derrick Zane Jackson (b. July 31, 1955 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin) is an opinion columnist/associate editor for the Boston Globe. Jackson's views are considered liberal, and he often addresses politics and racial issues in his twice-weekly column. Jackson is notable 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. Derrick Z. Jackson has a Bachelor's degree in Journalism from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. He also did a post graduate journalism fellowship at Harvard University. He is the recipient of various honorary collegiate degrees. He also teaches journalism part-time at Simmons College. He is married to local physician and health researcher, Dr. Michelle Holmes, MD, DrPH, and has two sons. He also served as Scoutmaster and Advisor for Troop/Crew 56 Cambridge out of the Grace United Methodist Church.