The unjust murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and numerous other innocent black people at the hands of police sparked nationwide protests demanding justice for these victims of police violence. As a youth of color living in Oakland, I know that in order for this movement to truly be successful, we have to learn from those who fought to bring change to our city in the past.
Author: Francesca Fenzi
Eid in the era of Covid-19
Eid-al-Fitr is an exciting holiday for many practicing Muslims, commemorating the end of fasting for the month of Ramadan. This year, however, was different.
Sounds of a Sheltered City
A collection of poems for the pandemic.
Animal Crossing And Its Continued Relevance
Animal Crossing games are known for their relaxing music, entertaining villagers, and addicting activities. Above all, this series helps players maintain a sense of normalcy especially during stressful times, which is particularly critical during COVID-19 and the current shelter in place orders across the world.
Death of the Author
I’ve always really loved Harry Potter. The books absolutely defined my childhood, and I often return to them when looking for something to reread. This is why I am so disturbed by J.K. Rowling’s recent transphobic comments. I really looked up to her as a child, and it hurts to see her publicly rebuke a marginalized community.
5 Things Gen-Z Can Learn From Classic Literature
What lessons can Generation Z learn from literary classics? Here are five culturally relevant morals that all 21st-century readers should know.
Don’t Judge The Book By Its Cover: A Poetic Commentary
We judged that brother that acts disobedient and rebellious, but we never realized that his mother suffers addiction and his father disappeared like magic. He steals phones and laptops to feed himself and his siblings every night. Don’t judge a book by it’s cover.
3 Must Watch Anime Shows For Summer
Looking for a new anime series? Search no further than these three under-rated shows.
Q&A: Black Lives Then and Now
The Civil Rights Movement is a big part of Black history. The Civil Rights Movement was about the right to be treated equally and to vote without being oppressed. But those battles are not finished.
Q&A: Tutoring Through The Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has altered routines and quarantined millions of people at home. For kids and adolescents, this has disrupted their in-person education. Pratham Dalal recently spoke to Collen Schoenthal, a tutor at Dublin High School about how she has adjusted her tutoring style during this time.
