https://adifferentnarrative.com Mon, 11 Apr 2022 04:21:53 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.1 https://adifferentnarrative.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/favicon.ico https://adifferentnarrative.com 32 32 214448203 https://adifferentnarrative.com/2022/04/11/anonymous-class-of-2022-6/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=anonymous-class-of-2022-6 Mon, 11 Apr 2022 04:21:51 +0000 https://adifferentnarrative.com/?p=512 As a student of color on this campus, my journey has been nothing short of adventurous for many reasons. I feel somewhat represented at UWGB. As much as I would rather not admit it, I am an influential student on campus, constantly busy, used for token promotional stuff, looked up to by underclassmen; and honestly it’s a privilege and a curse. I have the power to effect change on this campus (started as a PWI and is slowly opening to more diverse classes of students), but one small mistake and I could change the course of everything good I’ve tried to achieve. It’s a hard wire to walk, but we’re supposed to be strong right? I chose UWGB because it was a good distance from home where I could have the independence to grow as an individual without the influences of generational trauma. I would come here if I had to choose all over again because I can keep pushing for change. I also met some amazing people that I wouldn’t trade for the world. UWGB isn’t blatantly segregated, but there are the places you know you should go and shouldn’t go alone or even in a group. The MESA (multi ethic student affairs) office is the main resource and support. I’ve been in and out of there for homework, to relax, meet people, attend events, meetings with student orgs, meetings with advisors, and much, much more. The jobs and offices on campus support everyone, it’s just the people you have to be wary of. When racist students show their true colors, there should be harsher punishments. A slap on the wrist only allows them to go behind closed doors and continue their ways. Always remember your voice has power, especially in an under represented school that is on its way to try and change. Don’t be afraid to use it.

]]> 512 https://adifferentnarrative.com/2022/04/11/anonymous-class-of-2025-4/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=anonymous-class-of-2025-4 Mon, 11 Apr 2022 04:20:11 +0000 https://adifferentnarrative.com/?p=510 It can be hard times just being a black student in a predominantly white institution. But there are people who want to know your story. May as well talk about it. You may think people don’t want to know your story, but people do. You have a voice. Use it. Also, there will be a community of people who supports you and others like you. It will take time to transition, but it is worth it in the end. Because we are here to grow and learn from one another. Just to let you know that you are not alone. Mesa is a huge help because we can find the resources we need or find someone who gets it. It is nice that I am not alone. We are supported by a bunch of organizations partnering up. Also, if you want to create something for students of color you can create it yourself. I wish UWGB would have the connection for students of color and people who are not around POC to have a conversation even if it is hard. Whether or not I feel represented depends on the day. For prospective students: Use your resources. You are not alone in the world. It will take time but your people are out there. Find allies who support you and your dreams. Have mentors and network your way to achieve your goal.

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