Although the term “Asian American” is now commonly used, it is relatively new, having been coined in 1968 by UC Berkeley activists Emma Gee and Yuji Ichioka. They created the term to provide an umbrella identity for their student organization, the Asian American Political Alliance. The term gained popularity as it replaced the derogatory term … Read more
The ruling party in Botswana, which has been in power for nearly six decades, is attempting a surprising move in the upcoming general election by adopting a phrase typically associated with opposition groups. The Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) is promoting “change” in its manifesto, with President Mokgweetsi Masisi acknowledging the need for different approaches. Despite … Read more
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella was awarded a pay increase for the 2024 fiscal year, receiving over $30 million more than the previous year. However, his total compensation could have been $5.5 million higher if not for a series of cyberattacks that impacted the company. For the fiscal year ending on June 30, Nadella’s total compensation … Read more
Dear Free Application for Student Aid (FAFSA), My name is Shareefah Mason. I am a Presidential Leadership Scholar who currently serves as the Director of Teacher Experience at a national non-profit that prepares prospective teachers. I worked as an Associate Dean of Educator Certification at the largest community college system in Texas. I taught in … Read more
Elizabeth and her husband found themselves in a tough financial situation when they filed for Chapter 13 bankruptcy to manage their growing debt. Unfortunately, their decision led to even more debt and regret. Elizabeth admitted to making some poor choices out of panic, resulting in a total debt of $91,000 and struggling to afford their … Read more