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Kylar is a senior at Spelman College majoring in English.

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‘The Hilltop is Black media’: Howard’s student newspaper celebrates its centennial

By Kylar GrayMay 24, 2024June 13, 2024

As the newspaper celebrates its centennial this year, current and former reporters are reflecting on its impact on student journalism and Black media.

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Wellness days and embedded counselors: How HBCUs are helping students manage social anxiety post-COVID

By Kylar GrayMay 20, 2024June 13, 2024

As the world slowly returns back to its post-pandemic “normal,” the transition comes with many fears and unexpected challenges for college students.

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The impact of Spelman College’s $100 million gift: ‘Anytime you invest in Black women, you’re investing in the world’

By Kylar GrayMarch 19, 2024June 13, 2024

Open Campus spoke with Spelman alumna Deborwah Faulk about the university’s recent historic $100 million donation.

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