Category Archives: Black History Month
- 27-6-2012
Dear White People, a satire indie film
Many people will have their views on wether or not they find this indie satire film, Dear White People and it’s title appropriate. I am glad that there is a continued dialogue and creative outlet to discuss racial identity. That I support fully! Being a woman of color is an experience that others will always Continue Reading
- 13-6-2012
Fashion Spotlight ~ DNBE Apparel
I came across this unique apparel company from a close friend; DNBE Apparel. It has deplays powerful messages broadcasted on the chest of their customers who share the same views. Started in 2006 by seven recent college graduates, DNBE established a commitment to Black empowerment through fashion and entertainment. They do not view themselves strictly as an Continue Reading
- 1-3-2012
National Musuem of African American History and Culture
Last Week President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama was present at Smithsonian for the ground breaking at National Mall in Washington DC for the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC); the project will be completed in 2015. Currently there is an exhibit located in the gallery at the National Musuem of American Continue Reading
- 17-2-2012
Acknowledging Tyra Banks
When you think of Black Fashion today certain names immediately come to mind. Iman, Andre Leon Talley, June Ambrose and one of the most beautiful fashion icons and moguls, Tyra Banks. As the world knows this woman as the former supermodel turned syndicated reality television creator and producer, Tyra has done extraordinary things through-out her Continue Reading
- 10-2-2012
Remembering Madam C.J. Walker
To most of the world this prolific woman is known for her career and title of the ” self-made female American millionaire” Madam C.J. Walker, birth name Sarah Beedlove, was more than just an entrepreneur and philanthropist. So was a mogul of her time that either lead or motivated others to expand on a industry Continue Reading
- 8-2-2012
Hate Crimes at Montclair State University
Last night I had difficulty sleeping so I decided to see what was going on with twitter. One of my sorority sisters who attends Montclair State University, tweeted about her disgust with dealing with racism in 2012. Unsure about what was going on, I reached out to her to inquire more details. Her disgust was Continue Reading