Diversity

Dasha’s story: From Ukraine, former Wayne, Pa. woman shares journey, rescue efforts

A few weeks ago, we introduced you to Dasha Andrienko, who once lived in Wayne, Pa. and is now working help rescue refugees in… Read More

Africans trying to flee the Ukraine unable to cross the border

Ukrainians are desperate to escape Ukraine. Yet, authorities at Ukraine’s border refused to let Africans, who are among the Ukrainians, cross the border into… Read More

Here is what white people can do to amplify black history month

February is designated as Black History Month, honoring the triumphs and struggles of African Americans throughout U.S History. It gives an opportunity for many… Read More

Award shows are still suppressing Black artists and actors

The name Hattie McDaniel is a name not many people are familiar with. She was an African American actress born on June 10, 1893… Read More

Brotherly love no more: How Philadelphia’s hike in violent crime affects people who live there

Today, it’s hard to say that the city of Philadelphia is the city of brotherly love anymore.  With the rise of gun violence and… Read More

Why embracing Black History Month requires looking ‘beyond the textbooks.’

Thomas Edison, the man who invented light bulbs, is well-known. But who is familiar with Lewis Howard Latimer?  Latimer was a gifted inventor and… Read More

Former Dolphins coach Brian Flores sues the NFL for racial discrimination

In a league that is nearly 70 percent African American, there are only three coaches of color to represent the majority of players in… Read More

A Black Student-Athlete’s Cabrini Experience

Jan. 20 2019. That is the day that I decided to commit to Cabrini University for soccer. It marked a long and treacherous process… Read More

Supporting Black Owned businesses is not only important but crucial

In the beginning of the pandemic we saw a lot of people supporting small local businesses. Lots of people ordered take out from mom-and-pop… Read More

Cabrini celebrates its historical connection to the Underground Railroad

Motioning to a small, wooden table that typically wouldn’t get much attention, Armani Parker spoke passionately about its significance. “This isn’t just a table;… Read More

New executive board of the Black Student Union holds interest meeting

The Black Student Union (BSU) held an interest meeting for new students to join them by using ice-breakers, having deep discussions and talking about… Read More

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Council initiated at Cabrini University

A new advisory council entitled “Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity,” or DEI Advisory Council, has started at the University. The co-chairs of this new council… Read More

55 years since signing the Voting Rights Act and how it’s still important today

Voting has come a long way since the first time the Constitution granted voting rights to white men. The expansion of voting rights was… Read More

What it is like being the only Mexican family in a predominantly white neighborhood

Attending Cabrini University has been my first experience of diversity. Throughout elementary, middle and high school my brothers and I were the only Hispanic… Read More

Race in America: It begins with a conversation

If you know better, you do better, one of the panelists who spoke at a panel discussion on Race in America said.  Moderator Dr.… Read More

Race in America: Cabrini to host panel for ongoing issues of racial disparity

On Wednesday, Sept. 16, the Cabrini Academic Affairs office along with the Nerney Leadership Institute and the Office of Diversity Initiatives will be hosting… Read More

Black@Cabrini: BIPOC community shares their experiences of racial bias on campus

Editor’s note: This story was part of a group of 2020 stories that shared the 2021 Student Keystone Media Award  for stories relating to… Read More

Cabrini athletes speak out against racism

Editor’s note: This story was part of a group of 2020 stories that shared the 2021 Student Keystone Media Award for DIVERSITY. Reporters: Ty… Read More

Supreme Court rules historic victory for LGBT employees

The U.S. Supreme Court decided that an employer who fires an individual for their sexual orientation or gender identity violates Title VII of the… Read More

Juneteenth: Celebrating 155 years of freedom and struggle

On June 19, 1865, those who were enslaved in the state of Texas received the news that they were finally free. Unfortunately, this news… Read More

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