March is Women’s History Month in the United States, a time in which we recognize the often overlooked historical contributions women have made to our society. What originally began in 1978 as a weeklong celebration... Read More

This week, millions of people around the world, particularly in Iran, Afghanistan, Turkmenistan, and across ethnic groups in Western, Central, and South Asia, will celebrate Norooz or the Persian New Year! The word "Norooz" translates... Read More

I'm inspired by New York Times‘ investigative reporters Jodi Kantor and Megan Twohy. Their 2017 piece exposed Harvey Weinstein's history of abuse and sexual misconduct against women, and was documented in their book She Said:... Read More

Those are the words that got me hook, line, sinker, bobber, and whatever else a fishing rod has…a reel, is it called a reel!?! I’m not so good at fishing, but I am extremely good... Read More

The future of democracy depends on young voters, but the narratives we hear about youth engagement are often dismissive in an unfair way. Every generation has their “kids these days” stereotypes, which I won’t repeat... Read More

As Public Schools Week comes to a close, draw your attention to a disturbing trend: across the United States, the push to install religious chaplains in public schools has been growing at an alarming pace.... Read More

It’s wonderful to get away for vacation, but often the getting there and back is not as relaxing. After a prolonged day of flying and waiting on lines, I finally arrived in Jamaica. I had... Read More