Do you live in the suburbs?
Logan Clouse, Bonner Springs, KS One day I was in class and this young lady asked if I lived in the suburbs because I am...
“I am proud, always will be.”
Mariah A. Humphrey, Madison, AL In my life, I’ve been a victim of racism but that never made me hate myself, my color, or my...
Look Asian but culturally I wasn’t
Allison, Aurora, CO I grew up in a very Americanized community although my family was very cultural. All my friends in school were white leaving...
It is called hijab not towel.
Tasmia, High Point, NC As a new immigrant I love to wear my ethnic outfit that includes a headpiece called a hijab. I was called...
Be Present, Be Here, Be ME
Mechelle E. Salley, Denver, CO It’s important, especially during these times, to be your full authentic self. Whether that is wearing your big natural afro,...
Wear a suit? He’s a “pimp”.
Chris Thompson, Rochester, NY. I have been an engineer for 13 years, and I notice that when I don the regular business casual attire, colleagues...
Polo, Khakis, Sperry’s, still a N*****!
Chaddirck G Ann Arbor, MI Understanding Race Project- University of Michigan No matter how I dress, what I do, or say I am viewed this...
Oh sorry I am new here!
Anonymous, Sacramento, CA. I remember the time when we just moved here in the United States, we were called “beggars” by an old lady because...
Not black enough to be black
Christina Gibbs, La Habra, CA. Growing up in Orange County all of my life, I grew up around mostly White, Asian, and Mexican people. I...
Race Doesn’t Exist, We Create It
Jenna DeBell, LONGWOOD, FL. Race doesn’t exist, we create it. The concept of race has always baffled me. Judging a person’s character, intelligence and abilities...
This Is Why Blacks Aren’t Respected
Julian D., Las Cruces, NM. Thug and Welfare culture is NOT what your ancestors and forefathers fought and died for! The Rev. M.L. King, Frederick...
No, I do not own Ugg Boots
Hannah Stadnick, Riverside, CA. I believe that “white girls” get put into a very strong stereotype. Pumpkin spice lattes, Ugg boots, twitter, flannels, etc. are...
Young blacks’ clothing can be disconcerting
Robert Sowards, Austin, TX. I’m sure it’s simply a cultural thing. Even so, I find the baggy pants that show part of a young black...
Keep an eye on that group
Maura Seleski Ann Arbor, MI Understanding Race Project- University of Michigan Summary: These six words were commanded of me during my employment at a clothing...
