Black Voices

Black Voices: A group of white boys shouted racist slurs at me. I’m waiting to feel safe again.

By Agness Lungu · Monday, April 12,2021 5:07 p.m.

None of the bystanders said anything to me or try to denounce the racial bias incidence.

Black Voices: IU’s engineering program only has 3 Black female undergraduate students

By Agness Lungu · Wednesday, April 7,2021 7:51 p.m.

IU’s engineering program needs to recruit more minority students to increase representation.

Black Voices: ‘Endure’ a poem by Alicia Harmon

By Alicia Harmon · Wednesday, April 7,2021 7:11 p.m.

A poem reassuring my younger self through difficult family situations.

Black Voices: White TikTokers are receiving credit for Black dancers’ creations

By RJ Crawford · Tuesday, April 6,2021 5:59 p.m.

Dance is a staple within the Black community, but white TikTokers don’t recognize that.

Black Voices: Stop policing Black women's bodies. You don't own them.

By Tiera Howleit · Monday, April 5,2021 10:28 p.m.

From Serena Williams to Lizzo to Megan Thee Stallion, Black women’s bodies are constantly criticized.

Black Voices: It's Lil Nas X versus the world, and he's winning.

By Stefan Townes · Sunday, April 4,2021 2:48 p.m.

Lil Nas X knows exactly what he's doing by provoking controversy, and he's doing it well.

Black Voices: Let’s end women’s history month by remembering important women in history

By Illustration by Xakilah Daniel · Thursday, April 1,2021 4:36 p.m.

A art series exploring the important Black women throughout women history who used their voices to advocate for others.

Black Voices: ‘I Love You, Too’ a poem by Alicia Harmon

By Alicia Harmon · Wednesday, March 31,2021 4:38 p.m.

A poem about first love and understanding my own weak inclinations.

Black Voices: Representation matters. TV and film should show it.

By RJ Crawford · Wednesday, March 31,2021 3:01 p.m.

“Sesame Street” recently added two Black Muppets to its show, emphasizing the importance of representation.

Black Voices: First Black bachelor exposes race issues in franchise

By Jaclyn Ferguson · Monday, March 29,2021 5:55 p.m.

The winning couple broke up due to the winner's racially insensitive comments.

Black Voices: Falcon and the Winter Soldier explores being Black in America

By Nick Telman · Sunday, March 28,2021 5:18 p.m.

The Falcon and the Winter Soldier humanizes Sam Wilson's journey as a hero and a Black man.

Black Voices: ‘Dancing Alone’ a poem by Alicia Harmon

By Alicia Harmon · Wednesday, March 24,2021 7:39 p.m.

A poem about finding release during and after struggle.

Black Voices: IU alumnus creates platform for purchasing sneakers

By RJ Crawford · Wednesday, March 24,2021 3:14 p.m.

KickPredict makes it easier for sneakerheads to find reasonably priced sneakers after market value.

Black Voices: Two Black students are running for IUSG president

By Tiera Howleit · Tuesday, March 23,2021 5:20 p.m.

Diversity of representation is critical in student government.

Black Voices: No more excuses. Pronounce my long-syllable name correctly.

By Agness Lungu · Tuesday, March 23,2021 5:16 p.m.

The excuse that some African names are difficult to pronounce may be erasing history.

Black Voices: More professors needed in African American and African Diaspora Studies department

By Alicia Harmon · Tuesday, March 23,2021 4:53 p.m.

Increased student enrollment and alumni recruitment help are key to addressing issues.

Black Voices: Don't expect marginalized people to have all your answers

By Stefan Townes · Monday, March 22,2021 11:53 a.m.

Self-education is better than asking your friend to speak for entire marginalized communities.

Black Voices: Indiana high school scholarship named after IU alumnus Chris Beaty

By Amaiya Branigan · Thursday, March 11,2021 5:58 p.m.

The fund will go to an incoming Cathedral freshman.

Black Voices: ‘Falcon and the Winter Soldier’ has a chance to tackle racism. Will it?

By Jaicey Bledsoe · Thursday, March 11,2021 4:07 p.m.

Sam Wilson was not the first Black super-soldier in the Marvel Universe.

Black Voices: ‘The Woman of This House’ a poem by Alicia Harmon

By Alicia Harmon · Wednesday, March 10,2021 3:37 p.m.

A poem about the conflict of mother-daughter relationships and a promise to break this cycle.

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