‘Pelo Malo’ and a Story of Afro-Puerto Rican Pride
“A sociocultural product of our surroundings—that is what we all are.” These were the words uttered by one of my social sciences professors...
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7 Black Musicians Who Defined Puerto Rico’s Musical Heritage
Black artists have defined many of the most iconic sounds and beats in Puerto Rican music
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From Student to UPR Dance Team Head Coach: Interviewing Terrency Romero
Terrency Romero is one of only two female head coaches that lead collegiate dance teams in Puerto Rico. We know women are fierce...
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Our Local Spotlight: Top 10 Puerto Rican Albums of 2020
Puerto Rican music is often associated with its culture—tropical sounds, an upbeat Caribbean influence, and diverse origins from our sister...
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A Victim That Was Almost a Victim
Rosimar Rodríguez disappeared on September 17th of 2020 in front of her house in Toa Baja, Puerto Rico. Suddenly, everything shattered...
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Our Local Spotlight: Meet LAPERRERA
The 21-year-old rapper studied music for years, and even expanded his knowledge in many other settings, but his newfound passion for rap...
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Preserving Our University's Historical Heritage
Puerto Rico has lost many important historical locations in recent years. Places that were frequented in the past years of our youth now...
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Referido para terapia de pareja: La relación difusa entre la política y la psicología
Referido para terapia de pareja: La relación difusa entre la política y la psicología “¿Por qué estoy tan interesado en la política? Pero...
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A Look Into the Past: Puerto Rico and the Atomic Age
Have you ever wondered why Domes Beach is called that way? According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, a dome means a large hemispherical...
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Places to Get Tested for COVID-19 in Puerto Rico for Free
Getting tested shouldn’t have to be a pain in your wallet
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Ideas para el desarrollo de Puerto Rico
Las elecciones generales culminaron y ya conocemos quiénes conformarán la Asamblea Legislativa de Puerto Rico a partir de enero del 2021...
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Christmas in the Caribbean: Puerto Rico Edition
When some people think of Christmas in the Caribbean, they immediately picture the perfect holiday getaway: white and gold sandy beaches,...
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4 Podcasts by Puerto Rican Women
Podcasts have become the leading storytelling medium due to how accessible they are, but it’s more than that: it’s thanks to their...
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Being a woman in Puerto Rico
By Yovanna Cabrera The governor of Puerto Rico, Wanda Vazquez, issued a National Alert Status in May 2019 in response to the femicide...
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Art, Culture, Science & Education: What the News Media in Puerto Rican Society Needs
The wonders of the world are being forgotten. It’s important to encourage news about environmental and cultural issues that concern society...
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Our Local Spotlight: Meet Gabriel Josué
Who is Gabriel Josué Rodríguez Velázquez? Gabriel ‘Confusia’ Josué Rodríguez Velázquez is a stunning and innovating queer person that’s...
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Dominicans in Puerto Rico: An Ignored Reality
Walking by two neighborhoods in San Juan, Puerto Rico, the streets of Capetillo at Río Piedras, or through the sidewalks of Barrio Obrero...
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How to recycle and reduce waste in Puerto Rico
Our planet is currently facing various climate related crises. Among one of the most important is how our societies deal with waste. Our...
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Ana Roqué's Trailblazing Legacy
On November 2, 1920, women voted for the first time in a presidential election in the United States. This was all thanks to the women who...
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The Social Media Effect: Election Day
While lying on your bed and scrolling through Facebook or Twitter, you may see dozens of advertisements sponsored by electoral campaigns...
