I’m Half Hispanic. What Box Should I Check On College Applications?
I’m half-white and half-Hispanic but until recently I only identified as white.
mixed race
Mixed Raced, But Not Up For Debate
You wouldn’t know I’m Filipina by looking at me. Growing up, when people questioned my identity, I started to question it, too.
A Great Place For Hate
My hometown of Traverse City, Michigan is a vast land of freshwater, blue skies, wildlife, green as far as the eye can see…and three different hate groups within a three-hour drive of my house.
I’m Not Here For Your Microaggressions
I often get praised for my intelligence. Even though that sounds like a compliment, sometimes the implication is: You’re smart…for a Black girl.
Mixed Race
I’m not white. I’m also not not-white. So it’s fuzzy figuring out exactly what privileges I benefit from.
Mixed Race Privilege?
Recently, commentator Sierra Fang-Horvath participated in a school-wide diversity exercise that revealed more than she ever expected.
On Our Radar: Politics As Unusual.
1. The Youth Vote Counts At the Iowa caucus on Monday, Ted Cruz won and Donald Trump had a “yuge” loss, in the words…
Talking About Racial Differences With Dad
Jabari Gray, Youth Radio’s Deputy Director, has always had a close relationship with his dad. But some conversations are never easy.