Central to society, music plays a crucial role in self-expression, education, history, and culture. From listening to the music in concerts, playing songs on the piano, and singing in the choir, we have various means of engaging in the art of music and sharing our story, language, and emotions with others. While many individuals have developed a fondness for musical styles and … [Read more...] about Music Genes
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Getting Out of the Sunken Place: How Get Out Addresses the Newest Form of American Racism
On January 20, 2009, America made history by inaugurating its first black President, President Barack Obama. The fact that a person of color achieved the highest office in the country demonstrates that the U.S. has come a long way in its journey towards racial equality since the civil rights era. However, America has yet to complete this journey. In fact, Obama's presidency has … [Read more...] about Getting Out of the Sunken Place: How Get Out Addresses the Newest Form of American Racism
Mixed-Member Proportional Representation in North Carolina
Abstract In North Carolina, the institutionalized nature of the modern and historical disenfranchisement of people of color means that the only way to comprehensively defeat the issue of racial gerrymandering is to perform a complete systemic overhaul. A practice which patently reflects these racial biases is racial gerrymandering which has reinforced a majoritarian … [Read more...] about Mixed-Member Proportional Representation in North Carolina
Imposter Syndrome
Impostor syndrome is something faced by many college students, especially first generation college students. Impostor syndrome is described as “ perceived fraudulence, involves feelings of self-doubt and personal incompetence that persist despite your education, experience, and accomplishments” (https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/imposter-syndrome). This self-doubt … [Read more...] about Imposter Syndrome
Hustle Culture
Hustle culture is something that has become extremely normalized. The idea that if you work hard, you will achieve everything you could possibly desire. You could overcome obstacles and become this amazing individual that everyone envies and wants to be. You become rich and are able to live in abundance without any troubles. Many believe that wealth is the key to happiness, … [Read more...] about Hustle Culture