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A white U HAUL truck with a red line struck through it and a blue bush drawn on it races across a rainbow, heading to who-knows-where. Pink silk streamers floats off the ends of a pink bouquet placed above a banner with "Just Hitched" written on it in black ink. The streamers flutter in the air against a grey background, implying the speed at which the vehicle must be racing.

U-Hauling and LGBTQ+ Relationships: The Dynamics of Speed in Love

Love knows no speed limit, but within the LGBTQ+ community, there's a phenomenon that's driving relationships into the express lane.…

April 22, 2024

The heads of three women with dark skin float against a yellow void. Most of them are disconnected from their bodies, free floating -- except for one whose hand holds a sparkling orange drink -- against an ethereal rainbow glow with transcendent looks on their faces, creating a sublime effect.

The Soft Girl Era & it’s Popularity Amongst Black Women

Allegra Walker, University at Albany - SUNY

The Soft Girl era is not just a trend about aesthetics or fashion — it's a movement of empowerment and self-affirmation for Black women.…

March 9, 2024

‘Ramy’ vs. ‘Sense 8’ — Racially Conscious Response to Neoplatoon TV

Hamad Naroze, Hunter College

Exploring how shows utilize different forms of storytelling to represent and teach about various cultures.…

February 19, 2024

Netflix’s ‘Bridgerton’ Gets It Right in Season 2

Ally Xu, Northeastern University

Romance and family drama continue in the historical drama's second season, but the real win is the diversity shown on-screen.…

April 25, 2022

The main characters of Euphoria surrounding the missing Asian representation character

‘Euphoria’ Is Praised for Its Diversity, but Still Lacks Asian Characters

Ally Xu, Northeastern University

Although the show ostensibly takes place in southern California, home to a large AAPI population, the series features no Asians on screen. Why?…

February 11, 2022

Illustration of Bungie and its inclusivity.

Be Inclusive Like Bungie: Promoting Inclusivity in the Video Game Industry

Peyton Conner, Indiana University

As issues like misogyny and discrimination continue to inflict damage on the gaming community, this game developer is working to combat the toxicity.…

December 27, 2021

Illustration of Karma from Karma's World

‘Karma’s World’ Is a Must-See for Young Black Girls

Re’nesia Mills, University of Tampa

Produced by a team of mostly African American people, the Netflix series aims to teach children of color how to navigate uncomfortable situations and appreciate themselves.…

November 20, 2021

Photo of winners from the Oscars award shows

Diversity and Inclusion Remain a Blindspot for Award Shows Even Today

Re’nesia Mills, University of Tampa

The Golden Globes, Oscars and Emmys have recently faced criticism for a lack of representation in their voting committees as well as their nominee and winner selections.…

November 5, 2021

Despite Some Imperfections, the Themes of ‘Shameless’ Remain Timeless

Jael Davis, DePaul University

While the series contains some blindspots regarding race, on the whole, the show skillfully depicts pervasive issues in our society.…

September 13, 2021

Lin-Manuel Miranda Rejoices About the Return of Broadway

Jenna Amore, Oakland University

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, theater in New York City closed down. Now that it's coming back, the 'In the Heights' creator has gone on Jimmy Fallon's 'Tonight Show' to express his excitement.…

June 23, 2021

An illustration of white men reading for an article on the lack of diversity in dark academia.

Dark Academia Has a ‘White’ Problem

Emily Jewett, University of San Diego

The classical literature aesthetic is far too Eurocentric and lacks diversity. So how can we change that?…

January 18, 2021

Image from YouTube channel Great Big Story of a man using a camera to take a picture.

Great Big Story Brings 5 Years of Powerful Storytelling To a Close

Aimi Wen, Duke University

The YouTube channel connected people across the globe through narratives that promoted positive representation.…

January 13, 2021

‘The Wilds’ Reminds Us of the Hardships of Being a Teenager, but With a Disturbing Twist

Eva McCarthy Mínguez, Stony Brook University

Have you been missing 'Lost' lately? 'The Wilds' may have fooled you into believing they were similar, but are they really?…

December 28, 2020

Black BookTubers Need More Visibility on YouTube

Arianna Taylor, University of Rochester

What does it mean for Black content creators and the community they serve when they’re not given the same opportunities as their white counterparts?…

December 26, 2020

An illustration for an article about "High Fidelity" and its cancellation.

Hulu’s ‘High Fidelity’ Is a Show That Deserved Better

Eva McCarthy Mínguez, Stony Brook University

The show was canceled after its first season. Right after, Hulu greenlit a controversial show about a student/teacher relationship. Is this a good look when the platform is lacking programs starring women of color?…

October 24, 2020

In article about representation, Hollywood Sign

Representation for People Of Color in Hollywood May Be Getting Better

Tanisha Bhat, Boston University

Disney's latest nonwhite casting choices for both Tinkerbell and 'Little Mermaid' could set an example for others in the film industry, which has long struggled with inclusivity.…

October 19, 2020

Netflix’s ‘Love on the Spectrum’ Challenges Normalcies of Reality Television

Luke Gair, Sewanee: The University of the South

The five-part series shifts the spotlight to autistic individuals, ultimately subverting exclusionary notions of mainstream media. Does it succeed?…

August 26, 2020

Learn How the Kilroys Are Bringing More Diversity to Theater

Olivia Dimond, Bates College

The group is dedicated to getting the theatrical works of female, trans and nonbinary playwrights onto the Broadway stage.…

August 22, 2020

In an article about representation of Muslim women, a photo of a woman in a hijab

Women Who Wear Hijab Want Representation, Not Tokenism

Reem Farhat, Fordham University

Muslim women are seeing themselves depicted in industries like fashion and television, but there is still work to be done toward valuable inclusion.…

August 20, 2020

Illustration by Ash Ramirez in article about "Anne with an E."

‘Anne with an E’ Fans Campaign for a Season 4, but Is It a Good Idea?

Mia Kellner, University of St Andrews

After the show’s cancellation, fans have been demanding a fourth season, but its creators say it isn’t feasible.…

August 7, 2020

In an article about the OwnVoices Movement, a man outside reading a book

OwnVoices Reviewers on Goodreads Call For Authenticity in Minority Representation

Juliana Fujii, Biola University

People who share protagonists' identities shouldn't only author books. Their feedback can vastly improve how books represent marginalized groups.…

August 5, 2020

Illustration by Shelly Freund in article about Vanity Fair

Vanity Fair Features First Cover Shot by a Black Photographer

Abigail Adeleke, University of Miami

Now more than ever, people are calling on brands to step up. The culture magazine took another step in the right direction by having Dario Calmese shoot their cover.…

July 27, 2020

In an article about accountability, an office space with a table full of people

Accountability Is a Good Start: Diversity as a Permanent Part of Business

Juliana Fujii, Biola University

Replacing the CEO with a Black executive isn't enough to establish long-term inclusivity. There is still work to do in the name of transformative action.…

July 1, 2020

Writing for diversity: book spines arranged by color to resemble a rainbow.

Making Your Writing Inclusive, Even If It’s Outside Your Own Experiences

Katie Klear, Columbia College Chicago

In attempts to combat the lack of diversity, writers from non-marginalized communities often miss the mark when writing about groups they don’t identify with.…

June 15, 2020

Singer Sam Rui in an article about internation R&B

8 International Artists Raising the R&B Genre to New Heights

Michelle Young, Simon Fraser University

Contemporary rhythm and blues has been one of the most prominent musical styles over the past few years — what are these global newcomers adding to the mix?…

June 5, 2020

An illustration of a black student at a PWI

Tips for Attending a PWI as a Black Student

Kayla Johnson, Bradley University

Being black at a predominantly white university is hard, but remember you’re not alone.…

March 29, 2020

Tyler Perry Desperately Needs an Actual Writers Room

Kayla Johnson, Bradley University

He values quantity over quality and it's getting old, really fast. If he had a diverse team of writers to help out, his career might have many good years ahead.…

March 23, 2020

‘Let’s Talk About Love’ Explores Intersection of Blackness and Asexuality

Angel Lin, University of California, Santa Barbara

We stan the biromantic, asexual woman of color protagonist in Claire Kann's new novel.…

March 9, 2020

The Coachella Lineup Has Arrived

Rickea Bell, Saint Peter’s University

The announcement has many excited, but still courts some controversy.…

January 11, 2020

A24 illustration by Ashawna Linyard for Caleb Dukes' article

A24 and the Transition From Hollywood Big-Budgets to Arthouse Masterpieces

Caleb Dukes, Rice University

This artier newcomer is stepping into the film industry's spotlight and edging out previous stalwarts like Miramax.…

December 12, 2019

Victoria’s Secret Is Out and the Fantasy Is Finally Over

Vaishnavi Kalyana, College of DuPage

The cancellation of their annual fashion show indicates that the storied lingerie company is becoming a relic of the past.…

December 9, 2019

Why Are Hallmark Christmas Movies so Bad, yet so Popular?

Meredith Day, Davidson College

The long-running greeting card company has been force-feeding us their festive, mistletoe-filled extravaganzas for far too long with minute advances in diversity.…

December 6, 2019

Elman and Blacker Bring Plus-Sized Asian Women Into the Spotlight

Hannah Jumer, Converse College

Body positivity is becoming more mainstream and more and more women of different shapes, colors and sizes are being represented in the media — but there is still more work to be done.…

September 3, 2019

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