Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Every year, the month of May is devoted to the celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in the United States. Learn more about how you can educate yourself on the history of the AAPI community and get involved in events and traditions celebrating this community.
Women in Art: College Art Student Dares to Create Differently
Can you turn a bit of inspiration and passion into a life path and make an impact on the world? Here’s a story of one art student at Syracuse University who is making her impact, using special effects to break barriers inside and outside the classroom. Keep reading to learn more about Danielle Russo and her passion for movie makeup.
Copyrights, Patents, and More: Intellectual Property and How it is Protected
Ever wondered what intellectual property is? Well, Intellectual property refers to the creative works of the human mind. Continue reading to find out more about the different types of intellectual property and how each one is protected by law.
Jazz Through the Decades
Happy Jazz Appreciation Month! Jazz has also evolved over the years to accommodate many styles and techniques. Want to see how jazz has changed for yourself? Check out this small playlist to listen to a jazz song from each decade.
Poet, Activist, Role Model, Inspiration: Meet Amanda Gorman
Amanda Gorman received international recognition as the youngest inaugural poet in U.S. history for the recitation of her original poem, “The Hill We Climb,” at President Joe Biden’s inauguration in January 2021. Gorman’s poetry, like any other piece of creative content, encourages interpretation. In this article, we laid out several questions that can help you think more critically and analyze any creative work.
Cesar Chavez Day
Chavez was an American labor organizer and a civil rights activist. Influenced by the injustices he saw at work and the injustices that his parents faced, he took bold action to offer services and representation to his fellow workers by forming the National Farm Workers Association. He helped pass laws, lead boycotts, and gave his community a better future.
Rediscover Your Town With a Staycation
Everyone could use the time to recharge and to turn off their screens, and staycations get us out of our normal routine. They are cost-effective, fun, and COVID safe! With warm weather around the corner, it’s time to start drafting up your staycation itinerary.
St. Patrick’s Day in Boston
The Irish population brought St. Patrick’s Day to the forefront of Bostonian and American culture, and today, many people of different cultural and religious backgrounds celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Read this list of both St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in Boston and year-round landmarks that celebrate Irish-American heritage.
TEDx Talks to Watch for Women's History Month
If you’re interested in learning about Women’s History Month, take a look at America House’s compilation of Women’s History Month TEDx talks and hear from the diverse voices of the modern feminism movement.