Tag: Gap

Navigating the Achievement Gap: The Role of African-Centered Rites of Passage

The persistent challenge of closing the achievement gap for African-American students in the United States reflects deeply entrenched systemic issues rooted in historical oppression and cultural biases. Despite efforts to address disparities in education, significant disparities persist, necessitati...

Thinking Outside the Gap:

“True racial equity is only possible by closing the racial disparity gaps caused by systems and structure of oppression.” You’ve likely heard this before. It is an argument: structures of oppression (e.g., racism) cause disparities in life outcomes. It is an action: to dismant...

Bridging the Gap: A Mechanical Engineer???s Guide to Learning Electronics

In the dynamic landscape of engineering, versatility is key to staying ahead. Mechanical engineers, recognizing the evolving demands of the industry, are increasingly drawn to the world of electronics. The fusion of mechanical engineering and electronics opens doors to a spectrum of opportunities, f...

Go Into the Gap of Everything Taken From You

I invite you to go into the gap. Call back all that you’re missing. Dare to do it through the pain, because of your pain. Yell into the void, even if all you can hear is the echo of your own voice, until you are hoarse. Then sit in the silence and wait. Wait. Wait. Watch. and Wait. ...

Friday Five: Mind the social media race gap

Social media may be at the cutting edge of our digital culture, but it appears that it’s still lagging when it comes to race equality. An investigation by DIGIDAY has revealed many black content creators feel unsupported by some of the major platforms. Issues around suppressed con...