The past is the past? How slavery still benefits white Americans
Source: Work in Progress
A sociologist shares the results and repercussions of an in-depth data analysis.
Culture & Society
National Hispanic Heritage Month
Source: Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage month begins September 15th. Peruse the list of videos featuring Hispanic history, culture, music, and more!
Coronavirus: How can society thrive post-pandemic?
Source: BBC
How has COVID-19 affected our connections with one other? What other questions should we be asking about how society should move forward from the pandemic? Click this link to read what a diverse group of experts think.
Born in the USA: The Chinese Immigrant Son Who Fought for Birthright Citizenship
Source: History
In an important U.S. immigration law milestone, Wong Kim Ark sued the U.S. government to recognize birthright citizenship for children of immigrants. Read the remarkable story here.
Confederate Pride and Prejudice
Source: The Washington Post
Well over a century after the South lost the Civil War, its battle flag is showing up in a surprising place: the North. This article explores the causes and effects.
Disability activist shares biggest tips for young people who want to make a difference
Source: Yahoo
Read about Aubrie Lee’s experience with activism and her advice for young aspiring activists.
Helicopters are ruining Shakespeare in the Park
Source: New York Post
Read about how helicopters disrupt theater-goers in New York City’s Central Park.
‘Serious ramifications’: Why unshakeable gender stereotypes prevent men from taking paternity leave
Source: Digiday
Parental leave policies are largely not distributed equally along gender lines. Read about the people looking to change that.
What Forest Floor Playgrounds Teach Us About Kids and Germs
Source: Wired
In a world of antibacterial soaps and sterile environments, scientists have found that children exposed to diverse bacterial environments have better immune responses.
Not Even Science Can Figure Out Which Horror Film is The Scariest Ever Made
Source: Syfy
People’s varying fears and fear responses mean that any methodology used to find “the scariest movie” is going to be flawed. Read on to learn more about the trials and errors made in scientists’ quest to find the scariest movie.