
#57SecondLecture – Black Women and Sexuality in US Pop culture – Pt. 2
This is a #57SecondLecture. I’m Nikki Lane, and I’m going to be your professor.
July 11, 2017/by The Doctor
#57SecondLecture – Black Women and Sexuality in US Pop culture – Pt. 1
May 16, 2017/by The Doctor
A 57 Second Lecture – Brief History of Black Women in the U.S. Pt. 3
April 21, 2017/by The Doctor
A 57 Second Lecture – Brief History of Black Women in the U.S. Pt. 2
Brief Primer: History of Black Women in US Pt 2. Lessons on #Beyonce from Ida B #blackfeminist #blackgirlmagic #blackprofessor #57seclecture
April 14, 2017/by The Doctor
A 57 Second Lecture – Brief History of Black Women in the U.S. Pt. 1
April 7, 2017/by The Doctor
A 57 Second Lecture – Studying Black Women in U.S. Pop Culture Pt. 3
A #57SecondLecture wrapping up the "Beyoncé 101: How to Approach Black Women in U.S. Pop Culture Critically" series. Tune in next week for "Beyoncé 101: A Brief Primer on the History of Black Women in the U.S."
March 27, 2017/by The Doctor
Studying Beyoncé and Black Women in U.S. Popular Culture Pt. 2
March 20, 2017/by The Doctor
A 57 Second Lecture – Studying Beyonce and Black Women in U.S. Popular Culture Pt. 1
A 57 Second Lecture: Studying Beyoncé and Black Women in U.S. Popular Culture
March 13, 2017/by The Doctor
Lesson Plan: Black Women in Film
February 6, 2017/by The Doctor
The Purple One: A Crossword Tribute
I still don't really have words to describe how I feel about the loss of Prince.
But I can say speak to how grateful I am.
I am grateful to have lived with his music. Grateful to have been influenced by his love of women, his androgyny, and his dedication to his art. I know many people are looking forward to BET's tribute to Prince so while you wait anxiously, enjoy this crossword puzzle as a mental health break.
June 25, 2016/by The DoctorBut I can say speak to how grateful I am.
I am grateful to have lived with his music. Grateful to have been influenced by his love of women, his androgyny, and his dedication to his art. I know many people are looking forward to BET's tribute to Prince so while you wait anxiously, enjoy this crossword puzzle as a mental health break.

Great Moments in Ratchet History: The Crossword
Ratchet behavior has been with us for a very long time. Ratchet comes in many shapes, sizes, and colors. I wrote this crossword puzzle keeping in mind some of my fondest ratchet memories.
June 7, 2016/by The Doctor
Lesson Plan: Beyoncé’s Lemonade
A lesson plan crafted by Dr. Lane for use in the college or high-school classroom.
May 31, 2016/by The Doctor
Crossword Puzzle: Black Stuff from the 90s
May 4, 2016/by The Doctor
Crossword Puzzle: Game of Hunger
May 4, 2015/by The Doctor
Overheard while black
This crazy racist story I overheard while on the D.C. Metro... Involves a terrified white girl... a scary black man... and a red light in the "slums of Camden." Can you guess what happened?
April 17, 2015/by The Doctor
Orange is the New Black, Season 1: The gasp, cringe, and note-worthy
As we embark on this new season of Orange is the New Black on Friday, June 6th--binge watching every episode while eating crispy crunch things--I wanted to take a moment and reflect on those moments that made us gasp, cringe, and cheer, sometimes all at once.
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