Official Statement on Black Lives Matter
Official Statement on Black Lives Matter The Performing Arts Initiative for Students of Color aims to diversify the performing arts, yet our pursuit to build …
2019 Drum Corps Leadership & Scholarship Program Winners
We would like to introduce to you our five participants for the 2019 Drum Corps Leadership Program! This includes 2 scholarship winners and 3 other …
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Not Your Model Minority
I recently read an opinion piece on New York Times that really resonated with me. It was called “Stop Calling Asian Women Adorable” and the …
Please Don’t Question My Professional Title
I am a person of color. I identify as Black and West Indian, though there are some other ethnicities mixed in there. I am 29 …
Finding Community and Professional Success in a New State
Since high school I have lived in six cities (one overseas). These moves have been for educational and job opportunities that have prepared me for …
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Black Odyssey
“Black Odyssey” reinforces the need for talent of color. There are creatives working today (really have always been) who need a talent pool of artists …
Choose All That Apply
“What is your race?” Here I am, hoping that the survey I’m taking allows me to choose more than one answer or select “Two or …
How to be an Antiracist
A lot of racist tropes and ideas seem to be swirling around at a dizzying pace lately. In particular are multiple politicians displaying blackface in …
A Day in the Life of Kerry Kerr
In honor of Black History Month, I want to do something a little different. Most of us are familiar with brilliant individuals that shaped Black …
Take Care of Yourself and Each Other
When it comes to this time of year it feels like the air is filled with joy and happiness. The holiday season can be a …