Exploring Black Women in Pop Culture: Insights from AAS 275

TL/DR - Lydia Kelow-Bennett, an assistant professor of Afroamerican and African Studies, is teaching a course called "Black Women in Popular Culture" at the University of Michigan. The class, which started with a cap of 18 students, now has around 70 enrollees and covers theories on media consumption, the experience of Black women in society, and…

Impact of Parent Phone Use on Child Language: Surprising Results

How Cell Phone Usage Affects Your Child's Language Development Your phone is a treasure trove of information and entertainment, but if you’re constantly glued to the screen in front of your child, it could be hindering their language development. As a speech therapist, it’s crucial to understand how distracted parenting, specifically related to…

Texas Judge Lets School District Limit Male Hair Length: Darryl George

TL/DR - A Texas judge ruled that the CROWN Act does not prevent school dress codes from limiting student hair length, disappointing Darryl George who was suspended from his high school due to his locs hairstyle. The Texas CROWN Act, which took effect on September 1, 2023, forbids discrimination based on hairstyles associated with a particular…