And add more representation By Michelle Aslam At the West Dallas Christmas Block Party, volunteers in elf hats are manning stations for children around the room. They are giving out colorful…

Ilene Strauss Cohen Ph.D. Let’s explore our attachment to screens and its impact on us and our children. KEY POINTS Have you ever found yourself reaching for your phone during…

Sorry Charlie! By David Soublet, Sr. Men’s NCAA Division I college sports, especially football and basketball, are huge revenue generators for dozens and dozens of colleges and universities. These sports…

Let Us Count The Ways They love him because he’s honest, even when he lies. They love him because he keeps his promises, even when he doesn’t. They love him…

by Gina Barreca Ph.D. You don’t have to jingle anybody’s bells if you’re not in the mood. KEY POINTS I’m not a big-time holiday person, and I’m not the only…

by Kevin Cokley Ph.D. Fighting notions of respectability and race-based hair discrimination. KEY POINTS Twenty-five years ago when I was a young assistant professor, I decided to start growing locs.…

New Orleans saw a stunning political reversal and the very embodiment of strange political bedfellows.  Liberal New Orleans DA Jason Willimas and ultra conservative Governor Elect Jeff Landry announced a…

33 Black-Owned Businesses To Shop This Holiday Season (and All Year Round) Find a perfect gift for everyone on your list. By Nafeesah Allen, Ph.D. Photo: According to the U.S.…

by Elizabeth Heaney MA, LPC What can you do if you’re the one who’s being shut out? KEY POINTS This post considers how estrangement might impact those on the receiving…

Why Are Jason Williams And Jeff Landry Newfound Bedfellows? Has anybody seen Jason? Williams that is. You know, the guy known as in the New Orleans  D.A. Yes, like you,…