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Taheera Washington

Taheera Washington, Staff Writer, Newsletter Editor

I'm Taheera Washington, and I'm one of the Newsletter Editors! I'm a senior majoring in Writing & Rhetoric with a concentration in Creative Writing and minoring in Digital Marketing. I'm always looking for new music to listen to, and my favorite song these days is "_21" by Liv.e.

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Farewell: Newsletter and Social Media Editor cherishes memories with student publication

Farewell: Newsletter and Social Media Editor cherishes memories with student publication

Taheera Washington, Newsletter Editor
May 4, 2022
“The Batman” has been praised wildly by critic and fans alike, with the film being the perfect addition to the franchise. The character additions and acting have been consider a true “breath of fresh air” for die-hard fans.

The return of the Dark Knight: how Matt Reeves’ “The Batman” restored the character’s on-screen legacy

Taheera Washington, Newsletter Editor
March 29, 2022
Roe v. Wade, established in 1973, was a landmark decision of the U.S. Supreme Court in which the Court ruled that the Constitution of the United States protects a pregnant womans liberty to choose to have an abortion without excessive government restriction.

The SB 8 pendulum: how reproductive rights in Texas suddenly got politicized

Taheera Washington, Staff Writer
October 20, 2021
The Met Gala is an annual fundraising gala for the benefit of the Metropolitan Museum of Arts Costume Institute in New York City. The 2021 Met Gala was held Sept. 13.

From jaw-dropping to head-scratching: How Met Gala 2021’s fashion moments both impress, disappoint viewers

Taheera Washington, Staff Writer
September 23, 2021
Kanye West’s anticipated 10th studio album, “Donda” was released Aug. 29. The album is named after his late mother, Dr. Donda West.

Missing the old Kanye: Newest album ‘Donda’ convoluted by controversy

Taheera Washington, Staff Writer
September 8, 2021
The CDC and WHO continue to advise people to wear masks during the pandemic.

OPINION: Reinstate the mask mandate, it is saving lives

Taheera Washington, Staff Writer
April 3, 2021
Barrett was a celebrated professor at Notre Dame, but her nomination will be highly contested in the senate.

Amy Coney Barrett nomination risks overturning freedoms for primitive setbacks

Taheera Washington, Staff Writer
October 7, 2020
Love and Basketball was released in theatres on April 21, 2000. It was Prince-Bythewoods directorial debut.

20 years later, ‘Love & Basketball’ provides relevant commentary on race, gender issues

Taheera Washington, Staff Writer
September 14, 2020
Joe Biden leads Donald Trump in six key 2020 swing states, according to a new CNBC/Change Research poll.

Choosing not to vote keeps America divided under Trump’s presidency

Taheera Washington, Staff Writer
September 9, 2020
Students hit the dance floor at silent disco. On the dance floor, you can choose to group together on the same station with friends or go your own way.

Disco isn’t dead, it’s just quiet: Students dance the night away at silent disco

Taheera Washington, Staff Writer
March 10, 2020
‘Love is Blind’ hosts Nick and Vanessa Lachey pose outside of a night club opening in Sydney, Australia. While not confirmed by Netflix, show creator Chris Coelen is hoping the streaming giant will renew it for more seasons.

‘Love Is Blind’ turns blind eye to true love for guilty pleasure entertainment

Taheera Washington, Staff Writer
March 4, 2020
The Barbara Jordan exhibit featured a timeline that displays her accomplishments from birth to death. The exhibit was also shown during Barbara Jordan week Feb. 20 to Feb. 24.

Barbara Jordan deserves recognition for cultural, political impact

Kailyn Hayes and Taheera Washington
February 26, 2020
In 2009, Russell was named a five under 35 honoree by the National Book Foundation. “Orange World and Other Stories” was released on May 14, 2019 and is her fifth collection of writing to be published.

Visiting Writers Series novel engages attendees with fantasy, realism

Taheera Washington, Staff Writer
February 17, 2020
‘Age Ain’t Nothing But a Number’ peaked at number 18 on the Billboard 200 in 1994. It spent 34 weeks on the chart. Aaliyah progressed up the chart with her 2001 self titled album reaching number 1.

Aaliyah’s debut album isn’t ‘Old School’ but timeless after 25 years

Taheera Washington, Staff Writer
February 12, 2020
Garcia, an Austin Flea employee, is seen selling T-shirts. “Everything here is unique. Jewelry tends to have the most people creating and selling, so we try to balance it out by also including organic soaps, clothing, food, original designs, and even CBD joints. We really feature a little bit of everything,” Garcia said.

Austin Flea carefully curates the perfect flea market, brings together creatives of all kinds

Taheera Washington, Staff Writer
February 9, 2020
Tyler, the Creator was nominated for a Grammy in 2018 for his album Flower Boy before winning best rap album of the year for IGOR in 2019.

Tyler, the Creator brings attention to lack of diversity in Grammy genres

Elle Bent and Taheera Washington
February 4, 2020
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