Art by Ally Armstrong Originally Negro History Week, President Gerald Ford announced Black History Month as a national observance in 1976. For many, it is a chance to take initiative to teach, appreciate and acknowledge Black American contributions to our nation. Black History Month is different this year. Due to the recent racial justice movement that took place last … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Broadcast Black Culture, Black History and Black Lives
Black History Month
Opinion: Beyond the Trend — Advocate for Black People in Daily Life
Art by Samantha Miller On June 2, black squares flooded many people's Instagram feeds. These squares were part of the Blackout Tuesday movement. Beyond just a post, the black square signified one's solidarity and allyship with the Black community after the killing of innocent George Floyd on May 25. Seven months after Blackout Tuesday, the Black Lives Matter … [Read more...] about Opinion: Beyond the Trend — Advocate for Black People in Daily Life
‘The Lost Tapes: Malcolm X’ Documentary Presents the Story of An American Leader in His Own Words
Photos Courtesy of MalcolmX.comMalcolm X is a man who fought for racial equality in America. He rose as a leader during an important time in American history, facing both opposition and admiration. Just as Black History Month came to a close, the opportunity arose for the public to hear Malcolm X’s story through his own words. The California African American Museum hosted … [Read more...] about ‘The Lost Tapes: Malcolm X’ Documentary Presents the Story of An American Leader in His Own Words
Students Snap for ‘Epiphany’ Poetry Night
Photos by Caroline Edwards Pepperdine's convocation event was an evening of snaps, slam poetry and epiphanies. Pepperdine's Black Student Association, Multicultural Theatre Project, Intercultural Affairs Office and the Institute for Entertainment Media and Culture teamed up to present "Epiphany," a slam poetry event, for its 18th season. The event was part of … [Read more...] about Students Snap for ‘Epiphany’ Poetry Night
‘Black Panther’ Will Change the Game
Art by Peau PorotesanoMarvel’s “Black Panther” won’t be hitting theaters for another few weeks, but it refuses to stop breaking records anytime soon. “Black Panther” is the first of its kind, and its record-breaking pre-release popularity has the potential to tie in multiple generations of Black moviegoers in a way that has never been done … [Read more...] about ‘Black Panther’ Will Change the Game
