From Candidates to Leaders: Listen in with the Ladies
Here at HCCAU, we are big on political engagement. As a result of the remote semesters of Spring 2019 and Fall 2020, our staff hosted...
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Black Chefs Who've Shaped the Food Industry
Last year, the food media industry was in the hot seat for not allowing enough space for non-White voices at its tables. For far too long,...
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10 Revolutionary Books to End Black History Month
As Black History Month comes to a close, it is the perfect time to highlight texts that we can take with us beyond Black History Month...
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Why You Have To Watch Judas and the Black Messiah
For all of these reasons, you should watch “Judas and the Black Messiah”, but even more importantly, see it for the people.
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Top 5 Black Films to Binge-Watch for BHM
Let's diversify your next movie night.
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5 Inventions Created by the Minds of Black Inventors
Most people have heard about the famous inventions of the light bulb, the cotton gin, and the iPhone; however, there are countless other,...
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Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella is now on Disney+
Brandy Norwood played so many iconic roles in the 90s and one of the most iconic roles she played (in my opinion) would be the role of...
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I Socially Located Myself So You Don't Have To
In my Women and Religion class, we were prompted to socially locate ourselves, and I realized that it made me think of my social location in an entirely different light. Our social locations consist entirely of who we are but also who we are not.
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Black Women Throughout History and their Impact on Society
8 incredible women who opened the doors for future scientists, inventors, engineers and entrepreneurs.
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What Have We Learnt From the Instagram Feminist Feud Between Chidera Eggerue and Florence Given?
For nearly six weeks now, the Internet has been aflutter with claims that Women Don’t Owe You Pretty author, Florence Given, has stolen the...
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Gaucho Black: Self Care As A Black Student At UCSB
Happy Black History Month! Every year, I post a screencap from one of my favorite t.v. shows, The Proud Family , on my Instagram to remind...
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Fun Ways to Celebrate Black History Month
Black History Month (BHM) is finally here. This is a time to celebrate Blackness in the fullest capacity and really dive into the culture...
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How to Be a Better Ally During Black History Month
Aka how to be a better white person.
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Black Businesses: Building A Community
Support black businesses!
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Allyship During Black History Month (and Throughout the Year)
February is Black History Month! This means the month is dedicated to publicly acknowledging and uplifting black accomplishments and...
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Black Journalists Aren't Everywhere, Like They Should Be
The lack of Black representation in the media industry, specifically journalism, has been a pressing issue for decades. Black journalists...
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Through the Eyes of the African American
These umber eyes can see your pain. These hazel eyes find beauty in your scars. These olive eyes are keen. These eyes can see your soul...
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Soul: The Movie 2020 Needed?
Growing up in a mixed household, I watched all sorts of films. Given there were not as many people of color in leading roles, there were a...
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6 Podcasts with Black Hosts That'll Teach You Something New
Don’t let your learning stop in 2020.
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Period, Queen: What's AAVE, and Should You Use It?
African American Vernacular Language (AAVE) isn't just a TikTok trend — it's a dialect created by black people and has been in use for decades.
