Black Voices

Black Voices: Black History Month should be more than a logo

By Stefan Townes · Monday, Feb. 28,2022 7:30 p.m.

The month has become yet another opportunity for companies to use performative activism.

Black Voices: Policing as a person of color—what people do not see

By Sara Molina · Monday, Feb. 28,2022 3:33 p.m.

Policing from the viewpoints of officers with diverse perspectives.

Black Voices: Isak Asare promotes unity and the truth beyond his congressional campaign

By Tiera Howleit · Monday, Feb. 28,2022 2:55 p.m.

Asare is more than his campaign—he is a person who cares about community.

Black Voices: Former, current Black IU student body presidents discuss leadership

By Tiera Howleit · Sunday, Feb. 27,2022 10:32 a.m.

The Black student body presidents examined the evolution of leadership at IU.

Black Voices: I’m Black, not African American

By Donyá Collins · Friday, Feb. 25,2022 5:01 p.m.

How can I be an African-American when I’m not American or African?

Ask Black Voices: What is being in a relationship like for a college student?

By RJ Crawford · Friday, Feb. 25,2022 10:32 a.m.

A college relationship relies heavily on time management and taking time to focus on your partner and studies.

Black Voices: White girl with doping charge was allowed to compete in the Olympics

By Maria McComish · Friday, Feb. 25,2022 10:30 a.m.

Sha’Carri Richardson is angry about a white girl being allowed to skate on performance-enhancing drugs.

Black Voices: Black fraternities and how they benefit universities

By Sara Molina · Wednesday, Feb. 23,2022 1:48 p.m.

Black fraternities were created in the 20th century, today diverse organizations continue to grow.

Black Voices: Where’s the IMU Bookstore’s Black History Month section?

By Da'Nasia Pruitt · Monday, Feb. 21,2022 2:16 p.m.

Students are disappointed the bookstore doesn’t have a section dedicated to Black authors.

Black Voices: Issa Rae awarded the key to the city of Inglewood

By Amani Gates · Monday, Feb. 21,2022 2:08 p.m.

Rae is the first person in its 114-year history to receive the honor.

Black Voices: Whatever happened to Old Fairfield? A historic review of gentrification

By Thursday Currence · Sunday, Feb. 20,2022 4:45 p.m.

Gentrification dismantled a historic prosperous Black community in 10 short years.

Black Voices: Hattie McDaniel deserves more recognition

By Tiera Howleit · Friday, Feb. 18,2022 10:39 a.m.

As the first Black person to receive an Oscar, Hattie McDaniel is an icon.

Ask Black Voices: What are some easy meals I can make as a college student?

By RJ Crawford · Thursday, Feb. 17,2022 1:27 p.m.

Eating out is the option most college students go with, but a home-cooked meal is beneficial.

Black Voices: Just admit it, you think Black people talk funny

By Stefan Townes · Thursday, Feb. 17,2022 12:02 p.m.

There're several excuses about non-Blacks imitating Black people; few admit they find it funny.

Black Voices: The 2022 Oscar nominations lack diversity

By Maria McComish · Wednesday, Feb. 16,2022 3:30 p.m.

The Academy selected more white actors and audiences want more diversity in nominations.

Black Voices: IU student starts Instagram account dedicated to empowering Black women's hair

By Cashmere Booker · Wednesday, Feb. 16,2022 3:08 p.m.

The Instagram account discusses embracing natural hair no matter the length or coil pattern.

Black Voices: Black-owned businesses are making their appearances in Target stores

By Amani Gates · Wednesday, Feb. 16,2022 10:30 a.m.

Target is investing over $2 million into Black-owned businesses and creators.

Black Voices: Journalists of color: reporting the truth and raising awareness

By Sara Molina · Wednesday, Feb. 16,2022 10:29 a.m.

Journalists of color face additional obstacles in the process of news writing.

Black Voices: Denzel Washington continues to show why he is a legend

By Da'Nasia Pruitt · Sunday, Feb. 13,2022 5:03 p.m.

Denzel Washington extends his record as the most oscar-nominated Black actor in history.

Black Voices: The history of Black History Month

By Amani Gates · Sunday, Feb. 13,2022 4:58 p.m.

Every February, Americans celebrate the contributions African Americans have made to society.

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