Educators in Chicago are considering what it means to celebrate Black History Month as the Trump administration cracks down on diversity, equality and inclusion.
Last month, the White House released an executive order revoking the Department of Education’s diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives formed under former President Barack Obama and implementing a new order titled “Ending Radical and Wasteful Government DEI Programs and Preferencing.” 
The order contends that DEI in “our insti...

On the walls of Chicago’s Museum of Contemporary Art, displays of beautiful art showcase the eternal nature of painting in a digital age.
Though some may question the timelessness of the medium when challenged with technology, “The Living End” art exhibition, which runs through March 16, shows it is far from obsolete.
According to the museum’s website, the exhibition highlights the “renewal and rebirth” of painting in the midst of critics declaring that the medium was outdated.  The exhibit show...

The Surround Sound of Fashion kicked off their 16th annual show for Chicago’s first fashion week on Saturday, October 12. The show featured a performance from American rapper Twista alongside artists Skinny and Rex Hardy. While the performances were fun, what stood out to me the most was the sense of community. 
Upon arrival, I was greeted with the immediate celebration of Black and Brown talent in the city. For someone who has never attended fashion week or a fashion show, it was a great introd...

Valentine’s Day is fast approaching. Maybe you’re looking for a new way to celebrate, a way  that doesn’t center around romance but instead making new connections at a Galentine’s Day event. You may even explore a floral workshop with friends or throw a red and pink party.
Or maybe you’re just anti-Valentine’s altogether.
Tania Zhuang is product manager and sole organizer for her community organization “Girl Dinner Social.” The community is a girl-centered events organization she began after exp...