Blackness is a Queer Paradox

Happy Black History Month!    This year, the celebration of our cultural, educational, and scientific contributions to the United States is uniquely bittersweet. In the same month, the Trump administration has both recognized Black History Month, and yet banned the federal government and schools from supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion measures. This includes identity-based groups […]

The Theories that Inspire My Work (Part 2)

Hi everyone, Happy New Year! Sorry for the disappearance (yeah right, as if people are on the edge of their seat waiting to read this). I’ve been dealing with a lot of health issues and PhD applications. The health struggles are on-going, but now that the applications are in, I have a bit more time […]

The Theories that Inspire My Work (Part 1)

Hi everyone, Welcome to the blacademics blog! I intend for this space to be a more spontaneous and relaxed way to get my thoughts out on life and current events. This doesn’t mean I won’t incorporate research and education, just that the overall vibe will be a bit more relaxed. I think it’s important to […]