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by Toter - 3 months ago

Future Black Physicians at Risk as DEI Scholarships Face Cuts

Following President Donald Trump’s executive order on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), the issuance of numerous scholarships for Black medical students has ceased, as reported by the Washington Post. At the University of Cincinnati, several funds established by Black physicians have been hal...

by Toter - 3 months ago

Harvard Bound! Stratford GEAR UP Student Earns Prestigious Full Scholarship

Upon accessing the scholarship portal, Isioma Ikhile couldn't contain her excitement, instantly sharing the news with her mother, leading to exuberant cheers. Fondly referred to as “Si,” this distinguished salutatorian from Stratford STEM Magnet High School will embark on her journey as a first-gene...

by Toter - 3 months ago

Karoline Leavitt’s Salary at the White House Just Got Everyone Talking

Karoline Leavitt made history on January 28 as the youngest White House press secretary at 27. Her meteoric rise, beginning at Saint Anselm College’s first broadcasting club, advanced through key roles in Republican politics. Reports state her salary now stands at $180,000, contrasting with prior ea...

by Toter - 3 months ago

Confronting the Tide: A Deep Dive into Immigration Challenges

At Scarritt Bennett Center, we anchor our dedication to racial equity in radical hospitality and sacred resistance. The actions unfolding in South Nashville, where immigrant families face targeted intimidation and detainment via traffic stops and home invasions by ICE, represent a grievous violation...

by Toter - 3 months ago

Local Indiana Artist Chosen for Inspiring Tamika Catchings Mural Project

Nate Baranowski from South Bend, Indiana, has been chosen to create a portrait mural honoring Naismith Hall of Famer and local legend Tamika Catchings. Announced by the Indy Arts Council and WNBA All-Star 2025 Host Committee, Baranowski emerged from four finalists out of 98 applicants. He aims to ca...

by Toter - 3 months ago

The Power of Collaborative Strength

There’s no single interpretation of strength; it can manifest as resilience, balance, or unity. As an athlete and CPA, I recognize that progress measures truth through stories told by numbers. In Central Indiana, small businesses represent more than 99% of companies, employing nearly half the workfo...

by Toter - 3 months ago

Exposing Indiana's Infant Mortality Crisis

Indiana confronts a pressing issue: its infant mortality rate frequently exceeds the national average, highlighting significant racial inequalities. In 2023, the state reported 6.5 deaths per 1,000 live births, a modest improvement. Tragically, Black infants face the highest rate at 14.1. Contributi...