Chinonye Chukwu’s “Till” places the spotlight on Mamie Till-Mobley, the somewhat unsung heroine of the events following the 1955 lynching of her fourteen-year-old son Emmett. Though many Americans and others across the world are familiar with the tragedy of Emmett Till’s murder, less know about his mother’s subsequent dedication to the pursuit and justice, freedom, …
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There was much at stake in the 2022 Washington, DC municipal elections. Several hotly contested primary races set the tone in the summer, and multiple general races this November—including the one for mayor—had history-making implications. Bowser for Three In a surprise to no one, Democratic incumbent Mayor Muriel Bowser defeated her three opponents without complication …
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By way of the prestigious university’s capital investment plan, along with donations from the likes of alumni and philanthropists, there are a number of projects set to be fulfilled at Howard University. On March 23, Howard announced the allocations of their $785 million capital investment plan, which will entail the modernization of current campus facilities, …
In honor of Native American Heritage Month, it is important to acknowledge and discuss the vibrant and diverse culture, history, tribes, and traditions of our fellow American Indians. A couple of years back I lived in Bryans Road, Maryland, and would often pass streets, signs, and even parks that read “Piscataway.” Being a bit young …
Education is incredibly important. It is a big factor in potential income and a social determinant for health too. Since, getting into a good college has such a big impact on a person’s life it can be very stressful for high school students to apply. Managing and keeping track of things like essays, transcripts, SAT …
