Opinion

Mar 9, 2023

How have you Embraced Black History Month?

“I’ve embraced Black History Month by pushing forward in my studies. I am one of the few Black Graphic Design majors in my studio class, so I make it known through my designs that I deserve to hold a place in the design community. I don’t see many Black designers, so I continue to learn…

Mar 9, 2023

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Negro swan by Blood Orange (2018) Micah Oliphant | Correspondent “Negro Swan,” is the fourth studio album by the band Blood Orange, led by Devonté “Dev” Hynes. It is an Alternative R&B, Neo-Soul and Experimental Jazz album that takes you through the struggles and common experiences of a Black person within majority white spaces. In…

Mar 9, 2023

The Belle of the Ball (And They’re Gay)

Ballroom culture is such an important creation, and I’m not referring to the fancy dance parties with banquets and waltzing. I’m referring to the illustrious subculture that popularized iconic dance moves, such as voguing and dipping. Popular television shows such as “Pose,” “Legendary,” “Rupaul’s Drag Race” and major music artists featuring drag queens in their…

Feb 27, 2023

Environmental Justice

From the poisonous lead-contaminated water supplied to residents of Flint, Michigan, to the industrial corridor dubbed “Cancer alley” in Baton Rouge, Mississippi, Black communities in the United States have been long subjected to environmental injustices. According to a 2017 study done by the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (N.A.A.C.P.) and the Clean…

Feb 27, 2023

Are You Sure You Know the Difference?

I recently walked into Target and stumbled upon a book about African proverbs. Immediately, I rolled my eyes and said, “What have they done now?” My friend insisted I look at the book and see what was in it. And to my surprise, the book was even worse than I could have imagined. “Where are…

Feb 27, 2023

Representations Role in Self-Image

Growing up, I was often the only kid who looked like me in any of my classes. My features were always different from most of my peers and I would get a lot of comments and questions about my hair in particular. Every school year, I wished for another girl that looked like me to…

Feb 26, 2023

What’s Love Gotta Do with It?

As we get into the groove of Feb., the standard influx of Black History jokes (especially since it’s the shortest month of the year) has followed. But another upcoming holiday that most people have begun to dread is Valentine’s Day. A day that’s met with mixed reactions, it centers around the concept of love. With…

Feb 25, 2023

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You People (2023) Ugonna Ezuma-Igwe | Managing Editor “You People” is a Netflix Original romantic comedy focused on an interfaith, intercultural and interracial couple, Amira and Ezra. The Director, Kenya Barris, co-wrote the film with Jonah Hill. The film depicts how they navigate their modern relationship: from start to marriage. Struggling with their families’ cultural…

Feb 14, 2023

Not So Private

On Jan. 21, Beyoncé performed on stage for the first time in five years for a private concert at Dubai’s new resort, Atlantis The Royal. The privateness of the concert is debatable. Despite the venue having a no-phones policy requiring audience members to put their phones in bags, everyone online was able to attend the…

Feb 14, 2023

The Beauty of Culture in Fashion

Who knew fashion could be so culturally competent? As the fashion industry progresses and designers continue to open their minds to new innovations, trends and ideas, the garments released are beautiful and creative testaments to the growing industry. I noticed this with how designers choose to represent their cultures and cultures they have had the…

Feb 14, 2023

There’s Power in More Ways Than One

On Jan. 22, Miners discovered an abundance of electrically charged stones in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). These stones, dubbed the real-world equivalent of vibranium, a fictional material in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, have gone viral. Both video’s show workers holding rocks with a metallic luster that could illuminate a small light when connected…

Jan 26, 2023

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The Intruder (2019) Eleanor Saunders | Staff Writer Streaming on Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV and more, The Intruder follows Scott and Annie Russell as they buy their first house together. The house is situated on a beautiful piece of land that is well taken care of. The house itself is the envy of…