My Reflections on Black History Month
Black History Month was initiated to celebrate the culture and historical achievements of African Americans. Intending to be a month of optimism and triumph, I for one cannot help but …
Black History Month
What do the Colleges, Black History Month, and Self Love have in common?
It’s that time of year again: February. The weather is unkind, the sun isn’t being too generous with that vitamin D, even the economy is dreary. In a world where …
Black History Month in the Canadian Context
As we are in the month of February, Trent is recognizing Black History Month with a series of events including lectures, discussions, concerts, and performances, as it is recognized across …
Ten Things that White People Need to Hear … In Light of Black History Month
1. My country is not some abstract thing for you to pick apart as you try to decipher why the economy is struggling or why corruption is rampant. It’s quite …
Should Rap Lyrics Really Be Admissible in Court?
Debate around the use of rap lyrics in court has been rampant after an article written by assistant liberal arts professor at the University of Richmond Erik Nielson and associate …
Glow 2013: Bigger and Better
If you are like me and have the tendency to look like a spastic squid when you dance, it is always a thrill to watch other people dance, especially when …
Where is Black History Month at Trent’s Symons Campus?
This February, Trent in Oshawa opened its doors to over a hundred people to attend their annual Black History Month events. A student-run initiative, partnered with community groups, their goal …
Our City of Colours: Dealing with Intersectionality through Positive Imagery
“It is not out differences that divide us. It is our inability to recognize, accept and celebrate those differences.” – Audre Lorde, provided by anya gwynne All too often the …
TACSU Talks Black Hair Culture, Black History Month
When we think of Black History we tend to think of Martin Luther King Jr, Rosa Parks, Malcolm X—the ‘celebrities’ of the human rights struggle. But Black History and culture …
The Django Effect
It is safe to say that Quentin Tarantino’s latest film Django Unchained has had everyone talking. Whether you’re a history major, a Tarantino fan or just a regular theatregoer, you’re …