A reflection on safety when writing while Black

By: Taylor Zachary ~Staff Writer~ A few months ago, I needed a job. The money I made over the summer, which supported my living expenses last semester, had waned. Food seemed to disappear from my pantry and never return. I paid more attention to which clubs and programs hosted events with sustainable food. I was drawn to the “B-Dubs” and “Chipotle” variety, targeting larger clubs that had not yet exhausted their semester food budget. But, often, finger foods would satisfy me enough to carry on. Additionally, rent was fast approaching, and University Station is particularly unforgiving with the expediency to … Continue reading A reflection on safety when writing while Black