racial discrimination

An illustration of a diverse group of people discussing critical race theory, or CRT.

Critical Race Theory Belongs in Higher Education

Erica George, Louisiana State University, Shreveport

CRT provides us with an accurate understanding of the past, and roadmap for the future.…

April 4, 2023

A black and white photographic portrait of Richard Wright, the author of the novel, "Native Son."

The Plight Depicted in ‘Native Son’ Is Still Relevant Today

Erica George, Louisiana State University, Shreveport

Perhaps one of America's greatest African American novels to date, Richard Wright's depiction of one man's struggle against systemic racism transcends time and place.…

March 18, 2023

Illustration of a missing persons poster

The Unfortunate Reality of Missing Persons Cases — Missing White Woman Syndrome

Re’nesia Mills, University of Tampa

Amid the uproar surrounding the disappearance of Gabby Petito, conversations on racism have surfaced as people of color receive unequal treatment in similar situations.…

October 14, 2021

In an article about redlining, a photo of Brooklyn

How Do We Reckon With the Destructive History of Redlining?

Michael Boland, DePaul University

The harmful practice began decades ago and the consequences it has had on society persist today.…

May 28, 2021

A photo of Eric Effiong from Sex Education for an article about gender nonconforming individuals. (Image via Google Images)

‘Sex Education’ Accurately Portrays the Battles of Gender Nonconformers

Alexa Katherine Will, University of Pittsburgh

Despite the stark violence and discrimination that exists in the television industry, Netflix champions Eric Effiong and the intersection of his ethnicity, race and sexuality in largely positive ways.…

March 22, 2021

Person in mask in article about Asian discrimination

Discrimination Toward Asian Americans Existed Long Before COVID-19

Karen Lu, Yale University

The racial abuse that started due to a virus being characterized as the 'Chinese virus' is by no means the first time it has happened.…

March 14, 2021

The Past, Present and Future of Racial Bias at the Grammys

Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio

The release of the 2021 Grammy Awards nominees sparked an outcry of fans and artists demanding transparency and equality from the selection committee.…

December 6, 2020

Identifying the Signs and Symptoms of Racial Harassment in Education

Nnekakwo Adibe, Lesley University

Ethnic and racial minority groups are more likely to experience mistreatment in society. Pinpointing the signs of racially motivated attacks at school can prevent the onset of racial trauma.…

November 26, 2020

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