Just as she brings creative empowerment to underserved spaces, in teaching Antioch students/artists how to thrive, Gabrielle Abbott is igniting the next generation of creatives,
Navigating the world of literary publishing can be tricky. This competitive landscape is most accessible to those who have learned by doing, oftentimes having worked
When Malcolm X said, “Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today,” he could as well
“If I’m serving Black boys in a classroom, then everybody else is getting served too,” says Kyla Crawford, a teacher and librarian in Tukwila, Washington.
A popular proverb says, “When sleeping women wake, mountains move.” That is, when a woman becomes aware of the inner power she holds and begins
There is a common thread that connects Antiochians together: a passion to support, advocate, and empower others. Although the journeys are different, the passion and
Outside has become the new inside. This isn’t just true for socializing during the pandemic. It’s also increasingly true for the classrooms in which students
Imagine a dance party for two set in an Inglewood, California living room. Thick baselines and the heavy thud of house music, dancehall, reggae, and
Eighteen years ago, Jamila Coleman envisioned creating a safe space for Black and brown girls impacted by foster care. Having experienced the foster care system
In the groundbreaking film, Black Panther (2018), one of the standout quotes spoken by King T’Challa is this: But in times of crisis the wise
Since our founding 1852, Antioch University has remained on the forefront of social justice, inclusion, and equality – regardless of ethnicity, gender, creed, orientation, focus of study, or ability.
Antiochians actively reflect these shared values to inspire positive change in the world. Common Thread is where we document the stories that showcase our communities actions, so the change we work for can be shared widely.
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