On this episode of ‘Becoming Disciplined,’ Oceanographer and Hydrographer Joy Carter Minor talks about what it means to be anti-racist. Often victimized by Jim Crow laws and racism, Joy navigated systemic marginalization to become a Black woman engineer and oceanographer. She was the first US citizen qualified by the International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) to certify […]
“Someone asked me, “‘Why do you write?’ And I said, ‘Because I wanted to tell people how I became this woman with razor blades between her teeth.’” Sonia Sanchez One of the most iconic Black spoken word poets and educators, here is an excerpt from Ms. Sanchez’ poem “Catch the Fire.”
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers won their second Super Bowl in franchise history last night against the Kansas City Chiefs 31-9. During the regular season, the Buccaneers lost to the Chiefs’ explosive offense in a high-scoring game 27-24. However, last night the Buccaneers overwhelmed the Chiefs’ high-powered offense with their formidable defensive line and strategic offensive […]
Last week the Prince William County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the expansion of the Dar-Al Noor Mosque on Hoadly Road. This video highlights some of the voices for and against the expansion, and the process of the final vote.
In this episode of FanSwap, artists Lucy J & Big Benz speak on their creative process, how the 2020 quarantine affected their artistry, mental health, and personal relationships. #4TheCulture2TheCommunity
“It is important that we know where we come from, because if you do not know where you come from, then you don’t know where you are, and if you don’t know where you are, you don’t know where you’re going. And if you don’t know where you’re going, you’re probably going wrong.”– Terry Pratchett Recently, […]
Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson has formally requested to be traded from the team. Watson was drafted by the Texans in 2017 and has had a very successful career. He has been a 3-time pro-bowl selection and led the NFL in passing yards this past season. However, now that he is becoming a veteran, his […]
This week’s guest contributor is Fyzah Islam, a junior at George Mason University. Ever since I was a child, Dar Al Noor has played a pivotal part in my life. Being at the mosque induced a calmness that I have missed dearly since the start of the pandemic. In every way, the Dar Al Noor […]
On Saturday, January 30th, dozens of residents from Prince William County and Washington, D.C. banded together outside the McCoart Building, bracing the cold to deliver impassioned speeches in opposition to the hiring of incoming Police Chief Peter Newsham. Newsham, the former Metropolitan Police Department Chief, has come under fire since his appointment in November to […]
Legendary Temple University Men’s Basketball Coach John Chaney passed away at 89 yesterday. Chaney coached for 24 seasons at Temple and led his team to 17 NCAA tournament appearances, where he made the Elite 8 round on five occasions. On the court, we knew Chaney for his intense coaching style. He was a powerful leader […]
