Read this opinion piece that discusses the correlations we can draw between our time during this pandemic and Shakespeare.
Tag Archives: Culture & Society
Searching for the real ‘Gullah Gullah Island’
Watch this short video to learn about how the Enslaved descendants of West African heritage find common ground in order to bring their culture to an entire generation of Americans.
The Great Staycation – How the Coronavirus Pandemic Could Push a Rapid Transition to Creative Domestic Holidays
Current events are changing the landscape of vacations as we know them. Enter the rise of the “staycation.” Read more about creative vacation opportunities.
Land and the roots of African-American poverty
Read this article to learn how inequalities were perpetuated after slavery was abolished. Consider this researcher’s opinions on generational wealth and systemic poverty.
How America Thought About Refugees 70 Years Ago
Read a current journalist’s thoughts on journalism of the past as it pertains to sentiments on refugees.
Discover the power of micro-volunteering and recharge your batteries by doing good
| Looking for ways to pass the time while traditional volunteer opportunities may not be available? Read about micro-volunteering opportunities that you can do straight from your smartphone or computer. |
Big Food Is Boosted by All Our Pandemic Snacking
While some companies are struggling during the pandemic, major snack companies are bringing in unforeseen profits.
America’s digital divide: Why Internet access should be a basic human right
The pandemic has forced us to view our everyday lives in a new light, including our access to an internet connection. With virtual learning becoming a necessity rather than a luxury, should internet access be a basic human right?
Fires, orchestras, parachutes. Some other ways to describe coronavirus — besides war.
Listen: Metaphors used to describe the pandemic are so powerful, they can increase our fear and frustration.
Washington’s NFL team drops ‘Redskins’ name after 87 years
Washington’s NFL team retires “Redskins” name after decades of criticisms in the wake of recent racial injustices.
With a gay protagonist, Pixar short ‘Out’ makes history
Animator Steven Hunter is proud to be a part of Pixar’s first film containing an LGBTQ protagonist.
At 16, Coco Gauff’s voice is already as strong as her serve
Coco Gauff—the youngest player ranked in the top 100 by the Women’s Tennis Association—says we are all responsible for the fight against racism.
The majestic Earth as seen through the eyes of astronauts orbiting above
| See Earth like never before while also hearing first-hand accounts about the awe-inspiring view of our planet from space. |
Old times not forgotten: Mississippi furls rebel-themed flag
Mississippi officials have finally agreed to retire their state flag containing racist symbolism.
Nearly half of all video-gamers are women
Video games have mostly featured male characters, but women are increasingly playing video games as well. Learn how the video game industry is changing to be more inclusive of female gamers.
This Is Your Brain on Summer
In this opinion piece, education expert Jeff Smink argues that enriching summer school programs will stymie learning loss and help students succeed.
What is peace?
Anthropologist Margaret Paxson writes about her struggle to quantify peace and ultimately argues that peace is knowable.
Caltech Researchers Ask: Is Risk-Taking Behavior Contagious?
Researchers at the Caltech Brain Imaging Center found that participants in a study were more likely to gamble when they saw peers doing so.
A Photographer Follows in Gandhi’s Footsteps
See photos retracing the route of Gandhi’s famous Salt March and learn about the photographer’s experience in this interview.
As We Seek Nature, We Wall It Out
Diane Ackerman contemplates the wildlife that creeps into our urban habitats.