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class but gave little insight on what the class would be about. When I read the title and description of the class I believed that we would be a simple Black history class, but after taking this class, I learned that it was so much more. Before, I thought I had Blackness figured out seeing that I am a Black woman, but after taking Introduction to the Black Experience, I have learned that there is so much history and ideology I have yet to learn or hear about. More than anything, this class gave…

Noteworthy Documentaries about Black History you Need to Watch If you enjoy learning about history then watching documentaries is perhaps one of the best ways to get to know your past. Thanks to filmmakers, you now have the option to watch history unfold and not just rely on reading text-heavy books. While some still prefer to learn history through reading, others are more visually stimulated by documentary films. For some people, watching films help them remember details more. Here are some…

is the New Black? The New Black tends to be a common saying in regards to what is hip and in fashion. However, my understanding of the phrase 'New Black ' is tied into the idea of the African American race being hindered in today 's society. The concept of the New Black is against the goals of African Americans, it expresses lack of citizenship, and it gives the impression that race still matters in the twenty first century. Furthermore, The article "A Curious Case of the New Black; A…

Some of the Worst Black Friday Stories As you know many people just celebrated the holiday Thanksgiving. A great time for giving, feeling grateful, and sending innocent people to the hospital. The day following Thanksgiving is Black Friday the day of savings. Many people go out on Black Friday just to buy some stuff on sale and prepare for Christmas, but some people go too far by putting others life in danger. Black friday started in the 1960’s known as the early bird special.…

women of all ages in movies with the black characters either dying or being side characters. The problem with this situation has always been a growing curiosity for me even when I was younger; I always wondered why there were not more people of color, people who were represented an accurate depiction of how the world actually looked, and I am sure that many other black people have felt the same way. Even as I am older today, I still wonder why there are not more black people in movies. Though…

Portraying black women as Jezebel’s by nature is a long -lasting stereotype. The jezebel stereotype is one that has been used to put down African American women since the beginning of slavery. Throughout history the white women were seen as pure, hardworking and respectable, while black women were always seen as promiscuous, seductive and tempting men. Maria Miller Stewart who was a servant, teacher, abolitionist and women's rights activist shows through her literary work "Religion and the…

President Obama as a positive Black role model shows young black males that with hard work and dedication, they too can be successful. The great thing about this is that, little Black boys can grow up knowing that there is (and in a few months was) a Black president. This is the highest possible office to be held in the United States. Those that are over the age of 65 are fortunate to have lived long enough to see this fact materialize. According to Dr. Hoston, Black males between the ages of 29…

When you see someone or hear someone say they are a black belt, you probably look at or think of that person in a different way. They have put in the work, training, and time to become a master. Martial arts have been using a belt system for over 2500 years. There is a reason why they continue to do so, to this day: Because it works! While a black belt is most often associated with martial arts, there's another type of black belt you may be interested in earning. Especially if you're a guy…

Blacks will always face being compared to the stereotypes that exist, it’s just something you learn to live with when your black. Is it right? No, but it is just reality. Black people were oppressed for years. Stereotypes date back as far back as the slavery days. Here it is several years later and yet the same group of people are dealing with issues all based on one thing, skin color. Black men are beaten, arrested and even killed because they…

A black veil is a symbol for mourning, regularly used in funerals or during the period of time of someone’s death. Reverend Mr. Hooper wears a black veil, but the reason behind is not clear right away in “The Minister’s Black Veil” by Nathaniel Hawthorne. Insead Mr. Hooper seems to be using the veil as a barrier between his community, almost as if he was hiding a secret from them. Among his peers Rev. Hooper is significantly feared because of his use of the black veil. In relation to being…