Seeking Community In The Ivy League
It seems like being different is a badge of honor at Brown, not something to be ashamed of, which is why I think it will be a good school for me, as a black girl.
Ellin O'Leary
“My Choice Has Changed Because The World Has Changed”: Opting Out of HBCU
My being African American and not showing any interest in an HBCU is surprising to most. But not to my mom, even though she went to Tuskegee University. She understood I’m looking for a more diverse college experience than the one she had.
Chasing a Sense of Belonging, Choosing an HBCU
Going to an HBCU means letting go of the obligation to be “black forward” for others. For the first time, I’ll get to attend an institution that has a variety of courses and extracurriculars tailored specifically for my educational advancement, as an African American.
Young, Black And College-Bound: How Race Matters
When thinking about college choice, how much does race matter for three black seniors from Oakland, Chicago, and Atlanta?
Young, Black, and Ivy-bound
As college acceptance letters begin trickling in this spring, Mali Dandridge turns to her mom for advice on what to expect in college.
Headed Back To School, Teens Reflect On Summer Jobs
Four teens reflect on how race and class played a role in their summer employment. Read our latest for The New York Times’ Race/Related newsletter.
Bay Area Teens And Adults Discuss How To Respond To White Supremacists
Right now, a lot of teens are asking the adults in their lives: Should I take to the streets to oppose the rallies, or avoid the whole thing all together?
Why are High Schools Beefing Up Their Sexual Assault Policies? Pressure from Teens.
While students who’ve experienced sexual assault are relying on Title IX, the Trump administration may pull back some protections.
Race/Related: Before I Came To The U.S., I Didn’t Understand What “Racism” Meant
Back in El Salvador, I didn’t really know what “racism” was. After being in the U.S. for a while, I learned the meaning and impact of that word.