Nala Jane W. 8/31/26 Nala Jane W. 8/31/26

Our Memorializations Should Echo Thunder

The lives, voices and existence of Black students at UVA are a living memorial—one that carries a weight far greater than any landmark, plaque or inscription the University could ever erect. Our presence demands the University remember not only who built upon this land, but who continues to live, learn and make meaning in it.

Phoenix Banks 8/31/26 Phoenix Banks 8/31/26

instructions for black girls

Jason McDowell 8/31/26 Jason McDowell 8/31/26

God Bless The United States

Many ask, “how did you come up with this?” as if it was epiphanous. In actuality, I went outside, went back inside, looked at the bible on my nightstand, and sighed.

Zaniya Trotman 8/31/26 Zaniya Trotman 8/31/26

any brother’s brother is my brother too

The silhouette of the Black boy in the Black man is never lost on me. To the stolen & forgotten boyhoods, I honor you.