African American

Temple faculty, curators discuss Juneteenth’s legacy

19 June 2020 Nico Cisneros

Juneteenth holiday renews calls for justice and recognition, historians and leaders said.

A broadened idea of racism

04 February 2020 Brianna Williams

A student explains how a book on Native American history changed their understanding of racism.

The Blockson Collection receives Tupac Shakur’s belongings

02 November 2018 Carlee Cunningham

Items from the late rapper including his diamond-encrusted medallion and an earring are now on display in the museum.

Students march down Broad Street in Fall 1990. | TTN FILE PHOTOS

A History of Protest

01 April 2014 Joe Brandt

Recent protests in the African American studies department revisit old battles.

Owls’ season ends in quarterfinal rout

08 March 2014 Brien Edwards

No. 3 South Florida defeated No. 6 Temple 72-44

Karega played collegiate ice hockey and is now pursuing a master’s degree. | Courtesy TARASAI KAREGA

On and off the hockey rink, Karega shoots for equality

21 January 2014 Erin Edinger-Turoff

Master’s candidate Tarasai Karega acts as a role model for kids interested in sports.

Is the N-word acceptable?

19 April 2010 Jillian Weir-Reeves

With more people using the N-word in everyday conversation, two writers discuss its place today.

Curly comeback

22 February 2010 Kendra Royster

African-American women are embracing their locks and forgoing harmful chemical hair straightening for a healthier, more natural look. Salons and stylists in the city are helping this trend grow.

Black women return to their natural roots

22 February 2010 Shari C. DaCosta

Shari DaCosta writes about her decision to not only go natural, but to make it a statement.

Blockson Collection retraces history

07 December 2009 Jermar Perry

Charles Blockson was the guest of honor at an event held at his collection on Main Campus last week, delivering powerful, informative speeches.