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Trump’s First Attempt at International Diplomacy Flails, Embarrassingly

Miguel Robles, University of Colorado Denver

On the bright side, the president’s tour of Saudi Arabia, Israel, Italy and Belgium could have been worse.…

June 9, 2017

A Vision of Sustainable Education in Ghana

Miguel Robles, University of Colorado Denver

In partnership with Voices of African Mothers, students from Cornell University Sustainable Design are working to create a self-sustaining school for Ghanaian girls.…

June 2, 2017

Please, No More Chelsea Clinton

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

Despite the fact that voters across the aisle have expressed disdain for the Clintons, the DNC and the media seem to agree that doubling down is the answer.…

May 22, 2017

The Rising Popularity of Slam Poetry

Deshia Dunn, Central Michigan University

Before it reinvented itself in slam, poetry was tired and increasingly out of touch. Now, it’s a force of change.…

April 10, 2017

Activism: A Call to Action, Will You Answer?

The 4 Steps to Becoming a Student Activist

Shannon Mondesir, Brooklyn College

Not a fan of Pepsi? Here are the steps to take if you actually want to make a difference in your community.…

April 8, 2017

Nevertheless, Jones Persisted

Mattie Winowitch, Waynesburg University

Can 22-year-old Michigan State student Myya D. Jones become the youngest mayor in Detroit's history?…

April 5, 2017

Hollywood is Finally Starting to Honor Minorities and the Marginalized

The Shifting Focus of Film

Ben Zhang, Duke University

If the Oscars are any indication, the hottest Hollywood buzzword is 'representation,' and it's about time.…

April 5, 2017

Jordan Peele’s ‘Get Out’ Has Updated the Black Horror Genre

Uwana Ikaiddi, University of Central Florida

The film plays on traditional race-based fears, but adds a distinctly modern twist.…

March 23, 2017

Why Kids Today Need ‘Hey Arnold!’ Diversity

Uwana Ikaiddi, University of Central Florida

Without viewers even noticing, the show seamlessly blended racial, religious and socioeconomic differences into the characters of P.S. 118.…

March 16, 2017

Conspiracy Theories Are Not Only Dumb, They’re Dangerous

Ben Zhang, Duke University

What starts out as a joke can turn into a brand of skepticism that erodes entire belief systems.…

March 7, 2017

Why Do Diversity-Centric Groups Struggle to Be Diverse?

Deshia Dunn, Central Michigan University

To encourage heterogeneity, an open invitation is not enough.…

March 1, 2017

Any Opinion Is a Good Opinion

Shannon Mondesir, Brooklyn College

Does neutrality in the face of injustice mean you have chosen the side of the oppressor?…

February 13, 2017

4 Women Who Made History in 2016

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

Though women had a tough year overall, these examples prove that, slowly but surely, progress is still being made.…

December 31, 2016

The Success of Color-Conscious Casting in Broadway’s ‘Hamilton’

Dakota Buhler, George Fox University

The unexpected casting of racially diverse actors in 'Hamilton' is a critical component to its consistent success.…

December 14, 2016

4 Social Activists You Should Be Following on Twitter

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

Get the most out of your social media experience by following the best social activists online.…

December 4, 2016

Glover has everything that Williams brought to the original film, plus much, much more.

Why Donald Glover Will Make the Best Lando Calrissian

Michelle Criqui, James Madison University

Glover has everything that Williams brought to the original film, plus much, much more.…

November 9, 2016

The Unflinching Blackness of Netflix’s New Series, ‘Luke Cage’

Aliyah Thomas, Mount Saint Mary College

With both overt and subtle references to the contemporary politics of black life, Luke Cage brings some much-needed representation to the superhero spectrum.…

October 18, 2016

Meet Jesus Espinoza, Bookworm Extraordinaire

Michelle Criqui, James Madison University

As a standout student in the University of Illinois’ top-ranked Library and Information Science program, Espinoza is about as big of a bookworm as they come.…

September 22, 2016

By the Way, NBC’s Olympic Coverage Sucked

By the Way, NBC’s Olympic Coverage Kind of Sucked

Sofia Rivera, Simmons College

The Olympics have ended, and it looks like the network won’t be winning any gold medals.…

September 2, 2016

Why UTSA is the Best College in the Country

Jessica Peña, University of Texas at San Antonio

Here are just a few of the reasons you should seriously consider transferring.…

August 30, 2016

In “The Get Down,” Netflix Nails the Birth of Hip Hop

Kevin Cordon, University of California at Irvine

Despite being overshadowed by other original series, “The Get Down” has a case for being the summer’s biggest hit.…

August 30, 2016

In Praise of the US Women’s Gymnastics Team

Amelia Williams, City College of San Francisco

America is wild for its dominant, diverse fivesome, and for good reason: In a time of social tension, they’ve inspired a country.…

August 24, 2016

You Shouldn’t Vote for Hillary Just because She’s a Woman, Right?

Maya Merberg, SUNY Geneseo

Given the stagnation of American government, the significance of having a female president at least promises some change.…

June 18, 2016

The Importance of Black Representation in Marvel’s ‘Black Panther’

Danielle Wilkinson, Purdue University

After decades of casting black actors as stereotypes or sidekicks, the Marvel universe will finally reflect real world diversity.…

June 17, 2016

Student’s Loam: My Day at America’s Hippest Farm

Gabi Gimson, St. Edward's University

Eager to live out my 'Green Acres' fantasies, I headed just outside of Austin to Johnson's Backyard Garden. …

April 3, 2016

Plastic Pressure: Barbie’s Impractical Beauty Standards Over the Years

Julia Dixon, Texas State UniversityandGuest Contributor

A decade-long drop in sales has prompted Mattel to offer Barbie in different body types that, after nearly 60 years, finally make her look human.…

February 11, 2016

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