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Redefining ADHD - Black students discuss life with the disorder

Redefining ADHD – Black students discuss life with the disorder

Jala Forest, Staff Writer
April 22, 2022

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, also known as ADHD, is a mental disorder that inhibits certain parts of the brain from paying attention. It’s one of the most common...

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Ebone Bell speaks to USG and the Panhellenic Council on tokenism

Ebone Bell speaks to USG and the Panhellenic Council on tokenism

Jala Forest, Staff Writer
March 21, 2022

The Panhellenic Council and Undergraduate Student Government hosted a seminar last week focused on how Kent State can achieve diversity without using tokenism.    Diversity...

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Flashes of DEI Podcast: The History and Legacy of BUS

Flashes of DEI Podcast: The History and Legacy of BUS

Jala Forest, Staff Writer
March 2, 2022

Black United Students (BUS) has advocated for Black students at Kent State for over 50 years. The group built a legacy that has opened doors and broken barriers on campus.   BUS...

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On Jesy Nelson and the Problem with Blackfishing

Hannah Davis
October 15, 2021

If you follow pop music and have been keeping up with the news over the past week, you’d know that former Little Mix member Jesy Nelson has made her solo debut. You may remember...

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Masa Zodros
Femme Totem Blue, 2018
Unique digital photograph
17.5 x 30 in.

About the Kent State Museum’s Latest Exhibit on Black Hair

Hannah Davis
September 27, 2021

Art lovers in the Kent community can now explore all things related to Black hair, thanks to the Kent State University Museum’s new exhibition “TEXTURES: the history and art...

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Jalaiah Harmon via Variety

How TikTok Contributes to the Obscurity of Black Creatives

Hannah Davis
April 30, 2021

Tiktok is the latest social media app that’s captured Americans’ time and attention with over one billion users worldwide. One feature that distinguishes TikTok from other...

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Spring 2021 Digital Release

Spring 2021 Digital Release

Administrator
April 30, 2021

The last year has proved to be difficult for all of us in terms of the Coronavirus pandemic, social isolation and even the social and political hardships at Kent State and...

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UHURU SPRING 2020 ISSUE!

UHURU SPRING 2020 ISSUE!

Administrator
April 27, 2020

Thank you for taking the time to read our new issue!

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Changing The Perception of Black Hair

Changing The Perception of Black Hair

November 8, 2019
When it comes to Black hair, why does the Black community feel the need to determine what is acceptable?
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Pop Politics: The Role of Public Figures in Political Activism

Pop Politics: The Role of Public Figures in Political Activism

July 11, 2018

Graphic by Alex Tharnish   Growing up, I never imagined I would find pop culture and politics merging as one. I always thought it was politicians’ responsibility to influence...

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Being Black At A PWI

Being Black At A PWI

July 10, 2018

Going to college is already a complex and rigorous journey for students. From understanding how to receive the most financial aid, to balancing a social life with academics, it...

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What Does It Mean To Be Black And Queer?

What Does It Mean To Be Black And Queer?

July 10, 2018

  Jordin Manning, 20, They/Them Jordin is a third year sophomore at Kent State University studying psychology. They identify as Non-Binary & Sapphic and uses they/them...

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