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Moonlight- Kurtis Tyler

March 14, 2019 — No Comments ↓

For Black History Month, I chose to watch the film Moonlight.  Moonlight is a coming-of-age movie about a gay African American male named Chiron.  The movie follows Chiron’s journey from childhood to adulthood, and highlights his struggles with family, friendships, Continue reading →

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Pushout by Dr. Monique Morris

March 12, 2019 — No Comments ↓

Recently, I had the pleasure to attend the discussion with social justice scholar Dr. Monique Morris about her book Pushout: The Criminalization of Black Girls in Schools. The discussion began with a brief introduction about Dr. Morris, and her book. Continue reading →

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Moonlight- Black History Month Blog- Grace Burns

March 12, 2019 — No Comments ↓

Black History Month occurs every February to honor, recognize and remember both the triumphs and the tragic events of black history within the United States. African Americans have a complex past with the nation; the month is dedicated to portraying Continue reading →

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Moonlight Black History Month

March 12, 2019 — No Comments ↓

Award winning movie, Moonlight, directed by Barry Jenkins portrays a transcendent story of human connection. The movie that has changed the lives of many, including mine, by recognizing several impactful issues in our society. As said by character Juan who Continue reading →

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“Moonlight” by Ben Dolan

March 12, 2019 — No Comments ↓

Benjamin J. Dolan Professor Channon Miller History 226: African American March 12th, 2019 Moonlight The African American experience and the experiences of Homosexuals are rarely, if ever, portrayed by film. The fact that this movie was even allowed to be Continue reading →

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“Pushout”

March 12, 2019 — No Comments ↓

Alana Byrd Professor Miller African American History 12 March 2019 “Pushout” I had a fantastic opportunity to go and listen to Monique Morris talk about her book “Pushout.” Morris’s main focus was on black girls in school and how the Continue reading →

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My Langston Hughes Project Experience

March 12, 2019 — No Comments ↓

I attended an event put up by the Langston Hughes Project which was called Ask Your Mama: 12 Moods for Jazz. This musical presentation was revolved around the impact jazz had on American arts and culture. What is meant for Continue reading →

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Do the right thing analysis and reflection

March 12, 2019 — No Comments ↓

Jarvis Lu HIST 218 Do the Right thing analysis and reflection In search of learning more about African American history during the African American history month, I attended the showing of the movie “Do the Right Thing”. In this essay, Continue reading →

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Moonlight: Discovery of Self Identity -Samantha Orellana

March 12, 2019 — 1 Comment ↓

Moonlight, a film directed by Barry Jenkins, depicts the life of a black man in America in the 1980’s through the lens three main characters, Kevin, Chiron and Terrel. This unique film utilizes a layout that follows these characters through Continue reading →

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Moonlight Reflection

March 12, 2019 — No Comments ↓

Ava Smithmier Dr. Channon Miller African American History 3/12/19 Moonlight Reflection Moonlight, directed by Barry Jenkins, features a black man named Chiron throughout three stages of his life: childhood, adolescence, and young adulthood. From early childhood, Chiron faces many challenges. Continue reading →

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