The Aromantic Experience: The Societal Pressures of Romantic Love

For those of us who experience romantic attraction, we often assume that the desire for a romantic partner and the characteristics associated with romantic relationships—such…
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Female Directors: The first women with the Big Voice

What comprises a great female director is the same recipe for what comprises a great director. So must we look at female directors within their…
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The Importance of Books With Disability Representation

It is almost undeniable that there has been an increase in the number of movies and books representing all different angles of living with either…
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The Evolution and Growth of Diversity in Superhero Comics

When you think of superhero comics, what characters come to mind? Superman? Batman? Spiderman? Wolverine? White characters tend to come to mind first. However, while…
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Queer Nightlife: Activism on the Dancefloor

Queer nightlife is like a glammed-out Where’s Waldo print; but instead of trying to find a White man in red and white stripes, you’re finding…
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The Rapidly Changing State of  ESL Programs in the United States

Classrooms throughout the country are becoming increasingly more diverse, as new students from all different backgrounds enter the public school system each year. ESL programs…
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What is Diversity and Inclusion? 2024 Trends and Statistics

Diversity and inclusion efforts are definitely in hot-topic territory. There have been many new practices in workplaces, film, education, and even within recent administrations to…
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The Evolution of Work Through the Lens of Diversity & Inclusion

The journey of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Learn from the experiences of Ovell Barbee, a top-rated speaker and award-winning leadership executive.
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Whitewashing in Media: How Whitewashing Negatively Affects People Of Color

When you look at the films and television shows you watch, do you see someone who you can relate to and whose experiences are similar…
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Female Rage in Horror: why we want it, why we need it

The angry female figures of the past were feared and hated, in the likeness of Medusa or the common witch. This rejected figure has been…
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