A family still in search of answers By Alexandria Mason “This man is killing me. I ain’t done nothing —will somebody help me.” UW sophomore David Scott’s…… Read more “The Untold Legacy of David Scott”
Author: Alexandria Mason
Nikki Giovanni Brings the Tea to UW
Twelve of the legendary poet’s memorable moments of the night that overwhelmed the room in laughter during her Black History Month keynote “Black Joy is Black Wealth” hosted…… Read more “Nikki Giovanni Brings the Tea to UW”
Opinion: Do the Right Thing
by Tyriek Mack Tomorrow, a group of students will be presenting legislation that calls the UW Chancellor to create a task force to study the feasibility of…… Read more “Opinion: Do the Right Thing”
Instagram: The Business of Influencing Bodies (Part 1)
I remember being a sophomore in high school and my first post to Instagram a selfie wishing myself a happy 16th birthday. Not many people I knew…… Read more “Instagram: The Business of Influencing Bodies (Part 1)”
The Return of the Black Men’s Initiative
The Wisconsin Association of Black Men will host its 7th Annual “Black Men’s Initiative” this month, but an asterisk must be assigned to ‘annual’ when discussing this…… Read more “The Return of the Black Men’s Initiative”
This Week in Campus Black History Month Events
Tuesday, Feb. 7 Stretch and decompress with the ladies of the Zeta Xi chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated at “Yoga Break” from 7:30 p.m. to…… Read more “This Week in Campus Black History Month Events”
Black Joy with Issa Rae
She was introduced as the quintessential embodiment of black girl magic. Issa Rae graced the UW campus Sunday night as the kickoff event of Black History Month.…… Read more “Black Joy with Issa Rae”
In 2016
by Brandon Brown In 2016, ,where must we go to atone for the sins of a country drenched in blood, sweat, and tears of the oppressor’s play…… Read more “In 2016”
Sestina for Black Badgers
by Ajanae Dawkins “Sestina For Black Badgers” intends to talk about the process of mourning Black death and surviving as a Black body at a predominately white…… Read more “Sestina for Black Badgers”
For the Overwhelmed Black Girl: The Fire Will Not Defeat You
Solange ain’t prepare me for this. I started this school year well aware of the bulk of work ahead of me. I felt my collar and chest…… Read more “For the Overwhelmed Black Girl: The Fire Will Not Defeat You”