Making ethnic studies courses a nationwide graduation requirement will challenge students to think critically about the institutions and policies that marginalize people of color.
From how we speak, to the music we listen to and the clothes we wear, many of the defining elements of American culture come from Black communities and creators. A commercialization of Black culture is happening with little to no benefit to Black creators. While Black communities face prejudice, others benefit from the exploitation of their culture.
The Claire Trevor School of the Arts (CTSA) hosted the 25th-anniversary celebration of the African American Art Song Alliance from Oct. 13-16.
Renowned composers, vocalists,...