A Queen has risen: the story of Holly Binns
Her set list included: “Rock Steady” by Aretha Franklin, “I'm Not Perfect” by Missy Elliot featuring The Clark Sisters and “It's About Time for a Miracle” by Beverly Crawford.

A Queen has risen: the story of Holly Binns

First-year Nat Kornblum, Lola Davenport, third-year transfer student Nicholas Pracko and first-year Zane Cullinane Walsh pictured together after the show on Saturday Nov. 16. Photo courtesy of Kali-Ray SkinnerHer set list included: “Rock Steady” by Aretha Franklin, “I'm Not Perfect” by Missy Elliot featuring The…

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Student perspectives on going home for the holidays
Guerrero and his grandfathers enjoy each other's company during a Christmas family get-together.

Student perspectives on going home for the holidays

Long and a friend run the Turkey Trot 5k every year in Johnson City, Tennessee.Photo courtesy of Marena LongGuerrero and his grandfathers enjoy each other's company during a Christmas family get-together. Photo courtesy of Omar GuerreroWilson was born in Tampa, Florida and then moved to…

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Local college students  gather to learn about  food insecurity
Soul food such as chicken, green beans, stuffed peppers and sweet potato pie was served for dinner.

Local college students gather to learn about food insecurity

On Nov. 21, 2019, Ringling College of Art and Design (RCAD) and New College students gathered to learn about a problem that is familiar to over 40 million Americans: food insecurity. Oxfam America Hunger Banquet events allow organizers and participants to experience firsthand how individuals’…

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Transgender Day of Remembrance: Students honor trans individuals who lost their lives
(Left to right) Thesis student Cabrini Austin, third-year resident advisor Jas Marie, and second-year Gwen Roberts hold up a flag to show their support.

Transgender Day of Remembrance: Students honor trans individuals who lost their lives

All photo courtesy of Sergio Salinas On Wednesday Nov. 20, students on campus honored Transgender Day of Remembrance. Third-year resident advisor Jas Marie organized the event, distributing transgender flags and stickers for students to show their support. Along with members of the faculty and administration,…

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The Activist Newsletter
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The Activist Newsletter

Throughout this week (11/27–12/4), activists have the opportunity to participate in group discussions, panels and donation events. Read on if you want to get involved in the community regarding activist journalism, feminism and LGBTQ+ support. Thursday, Nov. 28 10th Annual ALSO Youth  Turkey Trot @…

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Sarasota adopts new growth initiatives
41 Zinns, Bay Shore Road, Sarasota, FL - April 1987 Photo courtesy of NCF Digital Archives

Sarasota adopts new growth initiatives

For decades, American cities have been struggling with the upkeep of infrastructure, affordable housing and heightened traffic levels. The city of Sarasota is fighting back against these issues with two strong-armed initiatives and working to fundamentally alter the roots of its worst problems.  Sarasota in…

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Anna Lidia Vega Serova discusses her life’s work and shares perspective on literature
Professor Portugal, left, translates while Anna Lidia Vega Serova, right, presents.

Anna Lidia Vega Serova discusses her life’s work and shares perspective on literature

Photo courtesy of Adriana GavilanesNear the entrance of the Jane Cook Bancroft Library, Professor of Spanish Language and Literature Jose Alberto Portugal, sitting on the left, translates while Anna Lidia Vega Serova, sitting on the right, presents. Photo courtesy of La MovidaIn the art world,…

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