The Royal Wedding: What It REALLY means
For the first time in the history of the British royal family, an American individual of mixed ancestry has married a senior member of the monarchical household. You may have heard of her. Her name is Meghan Markle. She is half black, half white. A United States citizen. A descendant of Georgian slaves. She is […]
Why Everyone Should Truly Celebrate Valentine’s Day
It is for some the most dreaded, yet for others the most anticipated holiday of the year. The time where singles feel obligated to reflect on their irresponsible romantic decisions, and a time where couples feel the commercialized stress to impress their partners. Valentine’s Day. It seems society has forced us into choosing one […]
Reflections of a First Generation American
Immigrant Heritage Month is a fairly new celebration. But immigration in and of itself – is certainly not. Not only is it the very building blocks of our nation, it is also the fuel that continues to keep it alive. Being a child of immigrants comes with its own set of experiences; just as […]
What does it mean to “celebrate diversity” in the new Trump era?
It is upon us. We are now about to embark on a new era as Americans. A new era led by Trump. Many are afraid that his divisive campaign strategy could trickle down into his policies. On the other hand, many are anxious for change, any kind of change. However, what is being challenged […]