It isn’t surprising that today’s American culture can find many of its roots in Native American culture. From food to words to some aspects of government, we can find traces of Native American influence in…
Diversity within universities is becoming of high importance across the United States, which can be seen by an increase in…
Hey everyone! Today I’d like to talk about diversity in literature. Diversity has always been something important to me and in my life. I’ve grown up learning about many different cultures and places by reading literature…
November is National Native American History Month, with Native American Heritage Day being celebrated on Friday, November 27. However, about 87% of states’ history standards do not include Native American history…
With Thanksgiving coming up in a couple of weeks, there’s a lot to reflect on and be thankful for. For me, I’m most grateful for the people in my life. Since many of us might not be able to get together with all of our friends and family like usual…
It’s finally November, and that means Thanksgiving is just a few weeks away! Aside from the yummy feast of turkey, mashed potatoes, and pie, the reason why I love this holiday so much is because it’s a time of the year when…
A big part of going through daily life is learning not only new things, but new cultures as well. I’ve grown up around people of different backgrounds and cultures and have gotten to experience various customs and traditions that I really admire…
Thanksgiving is a time for being thankful and making or strengthening human connections. Most people only think of family at Thanksgiving, but friends are just as important…
National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) is recognized in October to recognize employment as a human right and promote the importance of employing individuals with disabilities. During this month, communities come together to…
While diversity may not necessarily be an unfamiliar concept, especially for those of us who live in more liberal states or come from more open-minded cultural backgrounds, it is still important to recognize the positive impact…