Words have the power to inform the world, to honor the memory of those who have died, and most importantly, to destroy the silence. Reading novels and poems written by Black writers brings awareness about the experiences of Black people and educates us on the realities of discrimination and anti-Black racism. I have compiled a reading list of my favorite works that use the strength of language to write about social, racial, gender, and identity issues that depict experiences of being Black.
Read moreWeekly Haiku: The Sun
the warmth of the sun
its warmth like a hot shower
burns my back bright red
Hinterlands in Humanity, A Poem
Instead of azaleas and cherry blossoms’ magical fraicheur,
And the societal balm of sport-
Greeted in the soft spring light by Pandemic’s frosted darkness
Crumbs of Thoughts, A Poem
Heaviness of my thoughts contrasts the stillness of the world of mountains.
Read moreA Flame, A Poem
Unbreakable, indestructible.
Read moreWrite of Mourning, A Poem
The clocks mourn the loss, making the lost worthy of being a memory.
Read moreWeekly Haiku: Give Me
The start of a new series showcasing weekly haikus. Submissions welcome!
Read moreAlive, A Poem
I’m freeing my words for others and me to read, to hear, to judge, to see.
Read moreThe "Non-Marginalized" Black Woman, A Poem
When I open my phone and see the news, I always see something, something about the Black man and how he is being oppressed, but what about the Black woman?
Read moreTime Sits Beside Me, A Poem
Every time that I am with you, I can stop the hour and minute hand. To hold yours.
Read moreWeekly Haiku: Cut My Hair
The start of a new series showcasing weekly haikus. Submissions welcome!
Read moreYes, I Probably Peaked in High School; An Essay
There is something so powerful about feeling this free on the property of a place that was the focal point of our lives for four years.
Read moreShaking: A Weekly Haiku
The start of a new series showcasing weekly haikus. Submissions welcome!
Read moreAnd the Film Rolls, A Poem
The soundtrack blends horror and romance and tragedy.
Read moreWeekly Haiku: Roller Skates
The start of a new series showcasing weekly haikus. Submissions welcome!
Read moreWhat to Do on A Snow Day, or if Campus Shuts Down Again
Snow days: the greatest perk of having to deal with numb fingers and toes for multiple, consecutive months of the year.
Read morePieces of the Past, A Poem
I store my memories away in a box in my mind
Read moreRemembering Mamba: One Student's Perspective on the Late Icon
Between the legs, left to right. One dribble to create separation, but the defender anticipated it well. Head fake as a decoy. Right foot pivot behind, then immediately back. Fade away jumper. Shot clock, barbecue chicken. Kobe!
Read moreNameless, A Poem
When feelings do not have a name, what do they become?
Read moreCrossMore: Dec. 12, 2019
Print out this page and try your hand at Skidmore News’ first crossword! Answers will soon be posted on our Facebook.
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