L.R. Staples, Sarah Lawrence College

In an age when Black women’s sexuality continues to be taken from them, so-called ‘Hot Lists’ like Maxim’s ‘Hot 100’ ought to be scrutinized more than ever.

Kiera Baity, Kennesaw State University

A guide to understanding the racial disparities that exist in the entrepreneurial world, as well as learning about the 15 Percent Pledge and brands you can incorporate into your everyday life.

Alexa Katherine Will, University of Pittsburgh

Mikki Kendall’s essay collection argues that since its inception, the feminist movement has benefited white women, while leaving behind women of color, cis-gender women, trans women and disabled women.

Kiera Baity, Kennesaw State University

To honor her epic cinematic journey, let’s acknowledge the life and legacy of a truly influential figure.

Katherine Bry, Washington University

The film carries an important social commentary on respectability politics and Black influence in music and culture, but its delivery falls flat.

Arianna Taylor, University of Rochester

Malcolm X said, ‘The most disrespected person in America is the Black woman.’ This video conference aimed to give them a space to share their experiences and uplift each other.

Arianna Taylor, University of Rochester

The backlash to Cardi B and Meg Thee Stallion’s hit song is incredibly hypocritical, and ignores the track’s empowering message.

Gabrielle Pascal, Hofstra University

This year has taken an incredible toll on people, especially Black women.

Gabrielle Pascal, Hofstra University

Few authors captured the human experience, particularly the Black experience, with as much nuance as her.

Juliana Fujii, Biola University

Beyoncé’s latest release is a celebration of Black beauty to empower Black women. The project unites African music and cultures in a visual masterpiece.

Reem Farhat, Fordham University

Although men and women experience the phenomenon, women face more feelings of fear and inadequacy in their everyday lives — especially Black women.

Gabrielle Pascal, Hofstra University

The reaction to the rapper’s recent shooting is just the latest example of how the media and the public are prone to apathy (or mockery) rather than empathy when it comes to Black women’s pain.

Gabrielle Pascal, Hofstra University

Fighting racism, sexism and injustice, their resilience remained unwavering. These icons’ legacies mark them as trailblazers.

Emma Smith, Wesleyan University

The reality TV sensation features fierce rivalry, but it also offers a lens into female empowerment and dynamic female representation.

Alyssa Alexander, SUNY Buffalo State

The fourth season of the HBO comedy-drama focuses on Issa and Molly’s friendship, as well as important issues like toxic masculinity and postpartum depression. Let’s discuss.

Kayla Johnson, Bradley University

Darker people of color have long been ignored by makeup companies. But if those brands can make brown eyeshadows, they can make brown foundations.

Maui Smith, University of Pittsburgh

All over Instagram, white women are making themselves distinctly less white-looking in the latest movement of stealing from black women.