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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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