VOLUME 50, ISSUE 17 — BLACK HISTORY MONTH (January 29, 2024)
What to do for Black History Month as a student
Here’s a list of what students can do to honour and participate in the awareness and celebration of Black History Month.
As Black History Month rolls around the corner, Black communities and other supporting groups are offering a variety of captivating…
Haiti’s history is an inspiration for the fight for freedom
The first successful slave rebellion that led to the forging of one of the first republics in our world.
As I reflect on the island of Hispaniola’s history, where Haiti stands as a testament to the world’s first successful…
How the film Moonlight explores “the Queer”
How the Global North’s preconceived notions about Queerness serve to maintain hegemony.
When I was little, I remember going to Nigeria and feeling terrified while walking through the marketplace. It was the…
Willie O’Ree continues to inspire UTM students
Empowering tomorrow’s hockey players through Willie O’Ree.
There was a thin layer of snow atop the Montreal Forum on January 18, 1958, when the Montreal Canadians faced…
Ben & Jerry’s is unapologetic, are you?
Is our empathy and humanity limited by our Western point of view?
It’s been 114 days. Israel has dropped more than 25,000 tonnes of bombs on Gaza. Together, these explosives are heftier…
Muhammad Ali, the larger-than-life champion
Remembering a man defined by his principles, respect, and desire to be the best he could possibly be.
Muhammad Ali was a world-class boxer and an important figure in the Black and Muslim communities. Ali was born Cassius…
Black History in Ontario: The Bradley Museum
Curated by the Mississauga Heritage Foundation, The Bradley Museum presents a fully guided tour exploring the history of Black Experience in Upper Canada.
The Bradley Museum, founded by the Mississauga Heritage Foundation, consists of multiple buildings dating back to the 1820s. The museum…
Hello and Goodbye
Ever since the Toronto Raptors won the championship in 2019, the players from that winning roster have slowly been leaving…
The Color Purple: 38 years later and still relevant
How the film The Color Purple sheds light on the issues confronting Black women.
(Trigger warning: Mentions of violence and sexual assault) “I’m poor, Black, I may even be ugly, but dear God, I’m…
Celebrating Black excellence with the Black Research Network
A highlight of some celebrated individuals.
February is Black History Month, and we want to take the moment to highlight and appreciate the Black community here…
The music of Rema
A dive into the life of the rising Nigerian rapper, Rema.
Rema—an artist whose work I like—is a Nigerian rapper born on May 1st, 2000. His real name is Divine Ikubor….
Distinguished Professor Awards: Professors Ron Buliung, Robert Gerlai, and Kent Moore
A look into the works and accolades of the three recipients of the Distinguished Professor Awards at the University of Toronto.
New year, new awards! We’re well into this year’s awards season, with the Oscars, Grammys, and Juno nominations rolling in….
Poetry Corner
The one leaf on the floorDemilade Akinleye The orange tinted leaf lies lifelessOn the floor that birthed itStem since detached,…
Cyberbullying and its impacts on Black youth
Researchers have found that cyberbullying may be linked to PTSD symptoms and increased suicidal tendencies in Black teenagers.
Cyberbullying is a prevalent issue, especially for Black youth, as more children delve into the world of mainstream social media….
Empowering Black entrepreneurs: Initiatives driving positive change in Canada
This year, Canada is witnessing a surge in initiatives aimed at empowering Black entrepreneurs and fostering a more equitable entrepreneurial…
January News Briefs
Celesta Maniatogianni
Canada Post Honours Abolitionist and Journalist Mary Ann Shadd on a New 2024 Stamp On January 23, Canada Post unveiled…
Recent studies reveal concerning health disparities between Black and White communities
A neurological study on strokes calls for more effective interventions to remove inequalities by race.
On January 10, a new study from the medical journal Neurology highlighted the trends in stroke incidences among adults and…
Top 10 side hustles for students in 2024
With Ontario’s soaring cost of living, post-secondary students are more eager than ever to make some extra cash on the side.
In the world of higher education, post-secondary students’ goals are often marred by financial burdens. Many students can be overwhelmed…
Are boycotts worth the work?
The effectiveness of boycotts continues to be questioned, and yet, we are seeing results.
In a world where there seems to be no end to social injustices that need calling out, boycott movements flare…
The human cost of green energy
The exploitation of vulnerable communities in mineral-rich regions like the Congo raises urgent questions about the sustainability of our technological advancements.
In the quest for a greener future, the world has pinned its hopes on sustainable technologies, which are hailed to…
The increase in international students’ cost-of-living threshold will hurt students
The government says international students need more than $20,000 to live in Canada.
The University of Toronto (UofT) is an institution known for its acceptance of students of a multitude of different ethnicities…
No, you don’t know better
Avoiding the white savior complex.
As many of the young adults at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) will tell you, one of the most…