Author: Bubble Bubble Books and Trouble
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Peniel Joseph Discusses Dual Biography on Malcolm X and MLK
By Jessica Sinn • November 6, 2020 The metaphorical meaning behind the title of Peniel Joseph’s new book “The Sword and the Shield” (Basic Books, 2020) may seem obvious to anyone with a basic understanding of the civil rights movement: The shield represents Martin Luther King Jr.’s nonviolent quest for radical citizenship, and the sword represents Malcolm X’s bold pursuit for Black…
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Gender & Sexuality Center Student Spotlight: Ivory James
By Jessica Sinn • June 29, 2021 In the spirit of Pride Month, we are spotlighting Ivory James, a rising junior majoring in psychology and student advocate within the Gender & Sexuality Center (GSC), a space on campus that’s dedicated to women and the LGBTQA+ communities. What message would you like to share with members of the LGBTQ+ community? Live…
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Summiting the Mountain
Moody College senior shares how studying abroad forever changed her path in life By Jessica Sinn • December 21, 2021 Adriana Aguilar will never forget the day when the acceptance letter from UT Austin arrived in the mail. Plagued by financial concerns, self-doubt and anxieties about leaving her home in South Dallas, she wasn’t convinced that college was…
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Dr. Moore Publishes New Book on ‘The Defeat of Black Power’
By Jessica Sinn • February 21, 2018 In his new book The Defeat of Black Power, Dr. Leonard Moore, interim vice president for diversity and community engagement, provides a thorough exploration of the challenges of the Black Power Movement in American politics. The book, published this month by LSU Press, is now available for purchase online and at local bookstores.…
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Coming in First
First-gen Longhorn Sydney Grisson reflects on her journey to the Forty Acres By Jessica Sinn • August 2, 2022 Ever since elementary school, Sydney Grisson was determined to be the first in her family to attend college. In her mind, it was never even a question. “I remember sitting in assemblies and listening to people talking about college,…
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Welcome Back!
Meet Sweatt Center for Black Males Director Dr. Devin Walker By Jessica Sinn • September 6, 2022 This fall, we encourage new and returning Longhorns to explore the many student-serving centers, programs and initiatives within the Division of Diversity and Community Engagement (DDCE). In this first installment of this Q&A series, we are shining the spotlight on Dr. Devin…
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Welcome Back!
Meet the GSC’s New Education Coordinator Michelle Ramirez By Jessica Sinn • September 6, 2022 UT Austin alum Michelle Ramirez (BSW, MSSW, School of Social Work ’15, ’19) has recently joined the Gender & Sexuality Center (GSC)—bringing years of student advocacy experience and expertise in social work to their new role as educator coordinator. We caught up with the El…
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Celebrating Disability Awareness and Inclusion Month
Learn more about disability awareness and advocacy at these campus events By Jessica Sinn • October 3, 2022 October is Disability Awareness and Inclusion Month as well as National Disability Employment Awareness Month! To spread awareness about people with disabilities, Disability and Access (D&A) is hosting several events throughout the month. Visit the D&A website to learn more about the…
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956 Strong
A Q&A with RGV Familia Student Leader Mario Guerra By Jessica Sinn • October 12, 2022 While attending Weslaco High School in the Rio Grande Valley, Mario Guerra participated in the McCombs Future Executives Academy, a summer program that gave him a feel for college life on the Forty Acres. After seeing all the opportunities UT Austin has…
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The Ones Who Inspire Us
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, three professors shine a light on scholars, authors and leaders who inspire their work By Jessica Sinn • October 12, 2022 As we close in on Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re highlighting some books, films and historical figures selected by several professors from schools and colleges across the university. Read on to get…
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