Despite articles by the New York Times theorizing about a future post racial America, racism on college campuses is alive and well. To those reading this article on Refuse the Silence, an organization devoted to documenting the silences around racism and sexism on these campuses, this revelation is no surprise
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There are two views of higher educational settings, the first being that it is a safe space and the second being that within this safe space you can argue your point, but must respect other’s opinions. What if those opinions are racist, sexist or homophobic? Do we have to put on a different face...
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In my classes, I often feel the need to defend my point in some way, or even defend my race, although it is assumed that the classroom is a safe discussion space. And sometimes I just don't want to have to work that hard.
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In theory, Jack and Jill of America is a progressive concept but like most things in our society, it has never supported the advancement of all African Americans. So, I ask you all, what should the solution be?
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I hold my breath and swallow my spit as I say this—I am an elitist. I spent my childhood having playgroups, going to etiquette classes, attending tea parties and, later galas, with like-minded mothers and their children. In this mother’s organization, which I have been involved in for as long as I...
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When it comes to race, is the feminist movement walking in the vacant path of our predecessors? It seems as though not much has changed. Why are women of color still not included in the immediate conversation?
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