Looking at racism at the University as a white person
By Aaron Doss | August 11, 2020I have no excuse for being blind to the Black experience in America because the information has always been out there for me to consume.
I have no excuse for being blind to the Black experience in America because the information has always been out there for me to consume.
All I know for sure is that my previous U.Va. life will have to stay in March, and that the only way to ensure that is by approaching this fall with an open mind and a willingness to adapt.
Last fall, I was sitting in one of my Curry classes when our professor asked us to participate in an exercise that opened my eyes to how new some of the University community is to talking about race.
In high school no one — not my friends, my teachers nor my family — thought I would attend college anywhere near my hometown of Memphis, Tenn.
Thank you for being my public diary and therapist. It has been a joy to write for you.
Early last week, I was sitting in my room, blasting music through my headphones and contemplating my current existence — which I am sure many of you have been doing as well.
We all need our own little worlds where we are the masters and that no one else can claim. But we can get greedy — I know I did.
Just as a coat of paint couldn’t totally erase my feelings about this room, one good day can’t totally erase my fears around living through a pandemic.
Share what you make in the hope that it’ll make someone smile. Tell those who share if their work made you smile.
As a result of streaming services, the age of cable television and DVD entertainment is grinding to a halt.
Make the most of every text and call because for now, a love online is all we’ve got.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updated their guidelines last week, recommending that people wear covered masks in public spaces like grocery stores and pharmacies.
It took a worldwide crisis for me to realize just how lucky I am to have the family that I do.
I have been trying new things to occupy my time, and these have been my windows, my new distractions. Find your window.
Wednesday marked the one-year anniversary of the University’s NCAA title win.
In some ways, it felt inappropriate to call for a celebration given the fear that so many people are experiencing right now. However, the elements that made up my birthday helped us contribute to controlling the spread of the virus and staying sane while quarantining.
This is merely a call to remember to always treat service workers with kindness — especially in this time of financial uncertainty.
My name is Emma Keller, and there's a million things I haven't done. Until last month, listening to the Tony-award winning musical sensation "Hamilton" was one of them.
The opportunity I have decided to take is starting a home gardening project.
I smile because although we are all going through a whirlwind of uncertainty, people will still find ways to support and connect with each other, even virtually.