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Black News, Commentary and Culture | The Washington Informer

Tag: Sophia Sparks

Posted inMLK Memorial Issue, Supplements

‘I Have A Dream,’ Still Just a Dream

by WI Guest Author January 20, 2021December 21, 2021

The lessons knitted throughout Dr. King’s inspirational message are attainable but will remain on paper as long as humans have the ability to choose a path that jeopardizes their own assumed power.

Posted inBlack History, Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Supplements

A 400-Year Journey

by WI Guest Author September 4, 2019December 21, 2021
Kicking off the school year on a positive note is the job of students, parents and teachers. (Courtesy photo)
Posted inBack-to-School, Education, Supplements

Back in Session: How to Make the School Year a Great One

by WI Guest Author August 14, 2019December 21, 2021
Graduate school often separates students from scholars and requires much more planning and resilience than many believe. (Courtesy photo)
Posted inBack-to-School, Education, Supplements

So, You Want to Go to Grad School?

by WI Guest Author August 14, 2019December 21, 2021
Developing meaningful interactions as an intern helps college students cultivate a true understanding of professional spaces and their potential roles within corporate cultures. (Courtesy photo)
Posted inBack-to-School, Education, Supplements

What Your Teachers Won’t Tell You

by WI Guest Author August 14, 2019December 21, 2021
Sophia Sparks, like many with low vision, adapted to her condition using several devices, including bioptic glasses. (Courtesy photo)
Posted inHealth, Health Supplements, Supplements

Losing Sight, Gaining Perspective

by WI Guest Author August 7, 2019December 21, 2021
Adidas' Parley for the Oceans environmental line offers stylish footwear created from recycled materials. (Courtesy photo)
Posted inSupplements, Sustainability

Recycling Revolution Spawns New, Innovative Products, Solutions

by WI Guest Author April 17, 2019December 21, 2021
Posted inSupplements, Sustainability

Park Service, Preservationists Launch Work to ‘Save The Tidal Basin’

by WI Guest Author April 17, 2019December 21, 2021
Posted inHealth, Health Supplements, Supplements

Reinvigorating Resolutions Ensure Goal Success

by WI Guest Author March 13, 2019October 31, 2020
Support groups have been villainized in many communities that cherish family ties and the restriction of outsiders from personal issues. (Courtesy photo)
Posted inHealth, Health Supplements, Supplements

Support Groups Overlooked Key to Reaching Goals

by WI Guest Author March 13, 2019October 31, 2020

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