Netflix’s ‘Special’ presents intersection of sexuality and disability
Iman Mekonen, Contributing Writer The first episode of Netflix’s newest original series begins with the main character face-planting and a child screaming in reaction nearby. […]
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VCUarts celebrates 90th anniversary with music, dance
Iman Mekonen, Contributing Writer Walter Chidozie Anyanwu, Contributing Writer Ninety years ago, Theresa Pollak taught the first art class at VCU. Today, VCUarts is the […]
‘The Color of No’: Tenured professor debuts newest tapestry exhibit
Iman Mekonen, Contributing Writer Multiple versions of the same word are woven like echoes on the white walls of the True F. Luck Gallery of […]
Black girl magic: Nia Long speaks on women’s empowerment
Iman Mekonen, Contributing Writer Nia Long, known for her roles in “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,” “Boyz in the Hood” and “Are We There Yet?,” […]
Feminist publication promotes enchanted narrative
Iman Mekonen, Contributing Writer “Art + Ideas = Magic.” That’s the “go-to magical spell” for Quail Bell Magazine, the feminist publication that has created a […]
