Category Archives: Fall 2014 – J215

Face Domestic Abuse in Academia

When domestic abuse happens on campus By Haoyuan Gao Domestic abuse is always a private topic at present society. However, when it takes place on campus, it is no longer just a violent crime, but as well as an academic … Continue reading

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Technology : Benefit and Distraction.

Shaq Lanhorne   Technology has become second- nature to my generation. We are consumed by digital devices with internet capability and social media websites. Our infatuation with  these ‘free’ applications is altering the way we live our lives. We no … Continue reading

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A Transformation through Education

The Education Justice Project Prisoners can often be given the stigma of indispensable by our society’s standards today. While the United States is #1 in number of incarcerations, where do we stand on actually reforming these individuals? On making them … Continue reading

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Inclusivity Illinois?

U of I: #BlackLivesMatter After the Decision on the Ferguson case, students at U of I Protest By, Senait Gebregiorgis. On November 24th, the grand jury voted to not indict officer Darren Wilson for the murder of African-American teen Michael … Continue reading

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American Farmer

Who farms our food? Farmers touch our lives each and every day. They provide animals wool to make clothing, and most importantly, the food to fill our plates for each and every meal of the day. Despite all that farmers … Continue reading

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We Are One: Inclusion Inside and Outside the Classroom

By: Lauren Jonen The University of Illinois strives to be a diverse, inclusive institution and is focused on being innovative in hiring diverse leaders all while developing an inclusive campus climate. This includes both individual and collective commitment in order … Continue reading

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No More: You Have the Power

Produced by: Steven Bardwell In October of 1987, domestic violence awareness month was created.  Ever since, domestic violence outlets and agencies have been emerging throughout the country, providing a place for survivors to gain control of their situations. At the … Continue reading

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Inclusive Illinois: Seeing Past the Disability and Looking at the Person

Inclusive Illinois  When the University of Illinois launched their new motto of “Inclusive Illinois,” many believed that this was brought up by the array of events that were tied with race on campus. From the racist tweets against Chancellor Phyllis … Continue reading

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How Social Media is Helping & Hindering Our Milennials

In this society, if you do not have social media you may be considered an outcast. Cellphones have been in emergence for almost a decade, but with the constant release of smartphones, tablets, and laptops, young people are spending a … Continue reading

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How Inclusive is Illinois’ Commitment?

The University of Illinois prides itself on its diversity, as it is home to students from all over the county and internationally who bring different perspectives and experiences. Yet some students are questioning just how inclusive the Illinois campus is to … Continue reading

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