An Explanation For Our Separation
It is easier to attack a person’s character when you have no idea who they truly are. Whether it’s because of race, political party affiliation or a preferred football team, we quickly
Redefining abuse
A common entertainment trope of a distraught lover entrapped by a manipulative, abusive partner. Characters become imprisoned in relationships, whether it be in pursuit of an image or status. In these films,
Empower women, shed standards
Not to go all Carrie Bradshaw on you, but I have some thoughts about sex. More specifically, the double standard when it comes to the sexual narrative. I can’t count how many
The story outside of breast cancer
Margaret Hurley grew up in Elkhart, Ind., surrounded by 10 brothers and sisters. After graduating high school, she married Ron Hurley and moved across the country as her husband finished a deployment
The suffocation of Blackness
Living in Mississippi as an African American can leave you experiencing negative assumptions, different connotations, changing views and many perspectives. Even so, you always come back to one trait: your race. Your
Buzzwords do not equate to change
Diversity, equity and inclusion are buzzwords in today’s political and social landscape with every company, brand and organization setting up some sort of team or statement that addresses the issues that have
The power of perspective
As the 60th anniversary of the integration at the University of Mississippi continues, the University of Mississippi will celebrate, honor and reflect upon the legacy of James Meredith. This fall, the Overby
The impact of racism is far from over
Last week, during celebrations surrounding the 60th anniversary of integration at the University of Mississippi, many festivities focused on how the university was able to leave racism in the past and look
Integration week and the Black community
The 60th anniversary of the integration of the University of Mississippi by James Meredith has sent the campus into a frenzy as faculty and students prepare for both this major event and
Why College?
EDITOR’S NOTE: Why college is a monthly column that explores the layered decision of pursuing higher education. It explains the dynamics that divide the conversation in many communities. In this installment, Opinion