Posts by Kira Arias-La Rheir

James Baldwin’s “Dark Days” (Reflection by Kira Arias)

For my short book reflection, I chose James Baldwin’s Dark Days, a collection of three short essays he wrote between...

Jar of change tipped over

Social Class Lesson Plan by Kira Arias

Here is the link to my lesson plan about social class and wealth disparity in the U.S. Thanks so much...

Person holding the Canadian flag

African agents allege bias over low Canadian permit approval rates

I came across this article from PIE News while doing some research for one of my IEM classes. It highlights...

Image showing that one pixel represents $1,000. For comparison are boxes representing US annual household income ($68k), $1 million, and $1 billion.

Wealth Shown to Scale Interactive Infographic

This infographic created by web developer Matt Korostoff provides a clear visualization of income disparity in the U.S., particularly between...

Betty Reid Soskin, the National Park Service’s oldest active Ranger, turns 100

Today, September 22, 2021, is the 100th birthday of Betty Reid Soskin, the country’s oldest active National Park Service Ranger....

Understanding My Privilege

Right now, I have a high school diploma, a B.S. in Biology, and I am working on a master’s degree. ...

A client receives a parcel from the hands of Favela Brasil Xpress deliveryman Jonathan Arcanjo. (AP Photo/Marcelo Chello)

‘Last Mile’ Solution for Brazilian Favela Born from Pandemic

This article from the Associated Press stood out to me as I was considering my privileges here in the U.S....

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