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TRUBUTE to Muhammad Abd al-Rahman Fawaqa by Tawfiq Muhsen “And do not think that those who were killed in the cause of God are dead; rather, they are alive and being provided for with their Lord.” (STT, October 28, 2023). Today I mourn the Martyrdom of my friend Muhammad Abd al-Rahman Fawaqa (age of …
by Faika Salem (special contribution) Palestine’s Story (STT, October 27, 2023). Why don’t we get the history ‘down pat’ first? On May 15,1948, Jews around the world cheered the creation of the state of Israel, yet war broke out the next day. The Arab- Israeli War of 1948 broke out when five Arab nations invaded …
HYBRID FORMAT-JOIN US ON CAMPUS OR ONLINE Great speakers and student panelists from Dallas, Baltimore, Virginia Beach, St. Croix, St.Thomas, Savannah, Atlanta, and all the way from Paris, France join UVIABJ for intriguing BREAKOUT SESSIONS. Media professionals and marketing experts share their experiences and knowledge on controversial social issues. Join the UVIABJ 2023 Journalism Summit …
by Shugga Rosenbloom The ‘big yellow boot’ and the ‘big red boot’ were created by MSCHF, a Brooklyn-based art collective known for making viral and controversial products that often spark public debate and generate media attention. MSCHF is often branded for miscellaneous mischief, and its motto is “The best ideas are the worst ideas.” The …
I sat on comments about this conflict for a while. I kept telling myself, “This is not my dog in this fight.” But then I thought about it and said, “it really is my dog in this fight.” I am neither from Palestine nor from Israel, although I am an adopted Jew. But I kept …
Reprint (STT, October 15, 2023). Dear UVI Community: As all of you are aware, on this past Saturday over 1,300 women, men and children were killed in a senseless massacre in Israel. The more we learn about the atrocities that occurred the more outraged and saddened we should become. This attack was not just an …
by Shugga Rosenbloom (Cannes, October 17, 2023) Will there ever be an end to this fight, Between Israel and Palestine, day and night? Whose land is it anyway, they say, Can we be fair and share it, come what may? The Holy Land, a place of ancient history, A land of beauty, mystery, and diversity. …
by Shugga Rosenbloom (Cannes, October 12, 2023). The Student World Impact Film Festival (SWIFF) is the largest student film festival globally, featuring films from artists in 149 countries. The festival aims to empower filmmakers from marginalized communities to harness the power of storytelling, explore their creativity, and share their voices with the world. The 2023 …
by Sarah Larsen and Anne Anderson If you ever considered a weekend trip to Puerto Rico, you should. Puerto Rico is a beautiful destination with historical sights, amazing nature, and friendly locals. Whether looking for a nice beach, surfing, hiking, or enjoying city life, Puerto Rico has something for everyone. Here, we offer a brief …
Stranded Whale on STJ Offers Research Opportunities By Sarah ChiChi Larsen and Nico Thomas (special submission) (St. John & St. Thomas, October 18, 2023) – On Tuesday morning, October 17, 2023, St. John locals discovered an unusual whale species. The sizeable dead animal was rescued and immediately brought to the University of the Virgin Islands …