I Am Tired.
I am tired. A reflection upon the lived experience as a woman of color at Predominately White Institutions. My name is Anusha. I am 21, and...
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Confronting (My Own) White Privilege
The first time I was really forced to confront my privilege was my junior year of high school. Of course, being the good, liberal...
My White Privilege as a Second Generation Mexican-American
When I was in middle school, my dad would offer a prize if we could learn Spanish sufficiently enough to hold a conversation. I remember...
Colorado Officer Resigns After Confronting Man Who Was Picking Up Trash
A Boulder, Colorado police officer, John Smyly, resigns after a video of the officer confronting a black student, Zayd Atkinson, picking up...
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Growing up Asian
It was hard growing up and not seeing anyone who looked like me. In my elementary class, I was one of two Asian students. My life was...
HWS Current Events: Race and Diversity
There are a great deal of important events that have occurred recently at HWS. As a study abroad student, I’ve felt removed from these...
Eileen Dennise Jimenez Moral — A Voice for the Voiceless
Hear the story about a woman who is here at Boston University to defy all odds: Eileen Jimenez Moral.
Penn's "Magic Line:" Why You Won't Go Past 42nd Street
Ever wondered why you won't venture out of the Penn bubble? The reasons may go deeper than you think.
What Easter and Other Holidays Mean to a Family of Immigrants
In a world of Christian-centrism, how do immigrants adapt and form their own versions and meanings of the holidays?
Why Does Netflix Keep Cancelling its Diverse Shows?
Netflix recently cancelled its critically acclaimed sitcom One Day at a Time. Why does this entertainment giant keep cancelling its most diverse shows?
‘Travel Privilege’- What Is It, and How to Combat It
I think we’ve all seen it at one point or another: a white, upper-class student studies abroad, and posts all about their amazing travels...
Boston Marathon 2019: An Amazingly Close Race
The Boston Marathon took place for the 123rd time Monday, and the finishes were amazing even through the challenge weather. Daniel...
What it’s like to be Black at a Predominantly White University
Bucknell. Sprawling lawns and beautiful sky lines dotted with mountains characterize the beautiful locale we are so lucky to be in...
The City of Chicago Sues Jussie Smollette
1. The City of Chicago Files a Lawsuit after Attack The City of Chicago has filed a lawsuit against Empire actor Jussie Smollett, seeking...
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To the Person Who "Doesn’t See Color"
I recently had a conversation with someone, who thought they solved racism with one simple statement: “I don’t see color.” All you’re doing...
Half and Half
Growing up, I hated standardized testing. Not only because I hate the logic that school institutions have where your entire academic...
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The Naming Dispute Among Hispanics and Latinxs
If you don't know, now you know.
Bigger Than A Race: The Underwood Effect
“Change only happens when ordinary people get involved, get engaged, and come together to demand it.” - President Obama ShanTorrian...
The Time for Diversity in the Workforce is Now
We are still not done!
Mixed Race Culture
Although mainstream Sonoma county doesn’t see too many of us, the mixed race generation is multiplying at a rapid pace. My parents got...
