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‘Be Nice To People’ – Grandmother’S Advice Could Fix Many Of World’S Problems, Anthony Major
‘Be Nice To People’ – Grandmother’S Advice Could Fix Many Of World’S Problems, Anthony Major
UCF Forum
As I began to write this column, my ears were ringing with the news story of another senseless shooting. This time it’s of nine people at the historic Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston, S.C.
#Blacklivesmatter – So Keep The Conversation Going, Vanessa Lopez-Littleton
#Blacklivesmatter – So Keep The Conversation Going, Vanessa Lopez-Littleton
UCF Forum
#BlackLivesMatter has become part of a symbolic movement with a powerful message. First tweeted on April 11, 2012, following the shooting death of Trayvon Martin, #BlackLivesMatter began trending heavily during protests after the death of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Mo. Three years later, it remains relevant.
Live, Learn – And Let Live, Anthony Major
Live, Learn – And Let Live, Anthony Major
UCF Forum
I grew up in a segregated community in Florida and attended supposedly “separate but equal” schools in a small town that had separate water fountains, bathrooms and even beaches, among other restrictions. We were expected to cross the street when a white woman was approaching and never look a white man in the eyes - that is if you didn’t want to appear defiant.
Sagging Pants Does Not Equate To Sagging Values, Vanessa Lopez-Littleton
Sagging Pants Does Not Equate To Sagging Values, Vanessa Lopez-Littleton
UCF Forum
I teach a class in the DeVos Sport Business Management graduate program at the For years I’ve debated the issue of people wearing sagging pants with anyone who cared to listen. I’ve hesitated to speak publicly for fear people would think I was condoning the style of dress. For the record, I believe style is a matter of personal expression.
History Curriculum Needs More Coverage Of Black Inventors, Anthony Major
History Curriculum Needs More Coverage Of Black Inventors, Anthony Major
UCF Forum
There is a reason we study Russian and European history as an integral part of our history curriculum. History is required from pre-K to college because it is a vital part of knowing how you and your country came to be.