by Alina Yaman The call to prayer is currently sounding from the mosque nearby. I’m at my desk in my dorm, my books in view and my bulletin board ready to be used whenever I’m feeling inspired. A bag of peaches and nectarines is sitting by my window, open to let in the evening air,…
by Karen Marks (Staff Writer) When given the opportunity to study Mandarin Chinese intensively for two months at Harvard’s Beijing summer school, with a full Yale fellowship, I was excited. However, as much as I looked forward to spending the summer learning a new language and culture, the experiences of other Black foreigners in China…
by Katie McCleary (Staff Columnist) “Indigenous Beats” is a new column dedicated to the circulation and discussion of indigenous news cuz #NativeErasure. Raised on the Crow Rez in Montana I come from Apsáalooke and Chippewa-Cree families. Check back for that aunty quality gossip, reviews of indigenous arts, and coverage of issues that affect indigenous communities….
by Nicole Chávez Fifth Harmony singer Normani Kordei has recently taken a break from all social media due to racist harassment from the public. During an interview in August, Kordei characterized fellow bandmate and light-skinned Latina Camila Cabello as “quirky” and “cute”. Fans responded to the wording and her slight hesitation by calling Kordei’s remarks…
by Sara Speller I know you heard about all the Black excellence at the Olympics. It was impossible not to. But, case you didn’t, these athletes’ incredible feats proved yet again how glorious Black girls are, and how lucky the world is to have us. Here’s a rundown: Early on in the games, Simone Manuel…