Dear Editor, Hypocrisy has been simmering for far too long within our Black community on campus. As we prepare for the “cloutavism” of Black History Month, it…… Read more “Let’s Try Something Else, This Ain’t Working”
When a Rose Begins to Bloom – James Whitelow
Engrained and rich in the soil, As it reminds me of your hair. Deep within the dirt of prickly veins, And unseen roots. This is not when…… Read more “When a Rose Begins to Bloom – James Whitelow”
Phirst Take – Black Joy on Homecoming
Photos by Tatiyana in partnership with the Gamma Epsilon Chapter of the Alpa Phi Alpha Fraternity For inquiries about receiving photos, having a photo of yourself taken…… Read more “Phirst Take – Black Joy on Homecoming”
Black Girl Magic
Puffs like potions Laughs like cries Pains like chains And Drugs like lies Minds like prisons Smiles like ties Promises like coffins And thoughts like mine Can…… Read more “Black Girl Magic“
5 Things You Will Learn Your First Year of College
The first year of college can seem daunting. With a new environment, new community and new spaces to navigate it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Here are five…… Read more “5 Things You Will Learn Your First Year of College“
I’ll take it Black
There’s enough cream in my coffee, Most often, they don’t really trip when they see me But let me put on some lashes, when they see me…… Read more “I’ll take it Black”
At Midnight
The sun don’t shine on black kids that cry alone at night. It’s blocked by glass ceilings and icy bars, and a long fight. They say their…… Read more “At Midnight”
Styled by Allegra
Allegra Abrams’ name pops onto my Zoom screen and her camera flashes on. She’s sporting a matching navy jogger set, decked out with doodled cherries and an…… Read more “Styled by Allegra”
Metamorphosis
My people were said to be conjured out of mother’s land said she bore us into a new world that does not love and left our body…… Read more “Metamorphosis”
Freestyling through Formless
The melodic voices of those that previously went unheard rang loud throughout the halls of the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s Memorial Union Play Circle. Formless was the culmination…… Read more “Freestyling through Formless”