The Chatterbox
The Plight of Puerto Rico: America’s Unsung Citizens are Starving
A student discusses the crisis of hunger in PR and its relationship to the unequal distribution of federal food program funds.
Diversity in Classical Music: Women Composers throughout History
Continuing in the series of highlighting classical composers who do not fit the cisgender, heterosexual, white male mold, a student briefly discusses the life and work of some prominent female composers throughout history.
Uplift and Listen: Intersectional Feminism
A piece that highlights what intersectional feminism is and why it is something that needs to be focused on.
Trailblazers of Pride: Celebrating Sylvia Rivera's Legacy
An introduction to trans activist Sylvia Rivera's contributions to the American LGBTQ rights movement. Story by Bella Wexler, photo as cited
Architecture Amidst Adversity: Seungilgyo Bridge
A brief history of the Seungilgyo Bridge and its political context. Story by Matthew Kim, Photo by Jason Teale
Architecture Amidst Adversity: A Steam Locomotive
How one old steam engine has become a meaningful relic from and symbol of the Korean War. Story by Matthew Kim, Photo via War History Online
The Effects of COVID-19 on High Schools
A reflection on the pandemic's impacts on teachers and students and what we can look forward to. Story by Eve Boardman, Photo by Kyo Azuma
It's Legal but is It Equal?
The true impact of U.S. marijuana legalization and action steps required to achieve equity. Story by Abigail Portnoy, Photo by Jack Evans
War and Conflict Class
A reflection on the power of education about war through several eye-opening texts. Story by Amelia Matheson, Photo by Stijin Swinnen
Remember the Protests in Haiti
A report on Haiti's battle against a corrupt president and the global implications of this fight. Story by Antonio Gomez, Photo via pbs.org
The Race Against Winter: How Wildlife Conservationists Have Responded to the Crisis in Texas
A glimpse into the conservation efforts for bats and sea turtles during and after Storm Uri. Story by Bella Wexler, Photo by Joe Raedle
Representation in Music: The Works of William Grant Still
An introduction to the life of famous African American composer, William Grant Still. Story by Holt Templeton, Photo via allclassical.org
A Life's Voyage
A poem about humanity's fight for survival and progress embodied by a sailor in a storm. Poem by Elise Cookson, Photo by Matt Hardy
You Kids with Your 'Mental Health Problems'
A thoughtful critique of the generationally ingrained stigma surrounding mental health issues. Cartoon by Mallika Sunder
Your Missing Part of the Story
A student perspective on the pervasive impact of whitewashing in the American education system. Story by Aida Zaki, Photo by Aaron Burden
Long Overdue
On the origins of racism and colorism and why we should finally celebrate diversity. Story by Amelia Matheson, photo via The History Files
Change is Constant
An opinion piece addressing the Jan. 6 insurrection and hope for America's future. Story by Braden Cantor-Goldner, Photo by Joshua Sukoff
Happy New Year from the Executive Team!
In celebration of 2021, The GroupChat Executive Team reflects on the past year, our organization's founding, and our hopes for the future.
One Man's Trash
A reflection on the community service in connection to the Tucson and US crisis of homelessness. Story by Bella Wexler, photo by Nick Bolton