by Kira Banks | Mar 19, 2013 | Opinion Pieces
The Steubenville case is important, because it highlights the power of socialization. We, on average, have been socialized to blame the victim, question the validity of rape claims, and place on “trial” the morality of someone who “puts themselves in...
by Kira Banks | Feb 9, 2013 | Opinion Pieces
Week four will focus on our personal experiences of privilege and bridge to being aware of others’ privilege and disadvantage. What comes to mind when you hear the word privilege? Many people become defensive and want to distance themselves from it. “My life isn’t...
by Kira Banks | Jan 27, 2013 | Opinion Pieces
This week, we will focus our lens on culture and our own personal stories. We will reflect on the various cultural groups we belong to and how we have been socialized into our group memberships. Our group memberships are key ways in which we “get” culture....
by Kira Banks | Jan 19, 2013 | Opinion Pieces
Welcome to week two! If you didn’t get a chance to participate in week one, you can always revisit previous challenges throughout this process. This week we will focus on race as a social construct. That might sound odd if this is the first time you are hearing...
by Kira Banks | Jan 10, 2013 | Opinion Pieces
Welcome aboard! When I first mentioned the idea of a racial baggage challenge, it was a joke. “The Biggest Loser” was debuting that night; I was reflecting on new year’s resolutions and race relations. But then, people started “liking” my post and declaring “I’m in.”...
