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Student Voices Competition 2023

January 30, 2023 Kahvah Whittaker 0

Our annual competition is back with opportunities for students to use their creativity and voice.

Democracy & Me + Elevated Excellence Sports Academy Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

January 13, 2023 Kahvah Whittaker 0

Students in grades 5-8 at Elevated Excellence Academy participated in the inaugural Martin Luther King speech competition, sponsored by the Charles H. Dater Foundation. Students […]

Young Media-Makers: Come PodCamp With Us!

March 30, 2022 Julie Coppens 0

We’re cueing up some fun here at D&Me HQ: a free PodCamp for area students in grades 8-12, happening 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, May […]

Now Hiring Student Podcasters, Advisers and More

January 4, 2022 Julie Coppens 0

Cincinnati Public Radio announces spring semester work opportunities for area college and high school students and recent graduates, through WVXU’s educational outreach program Democracy & […]

Suddenly Home-Schooling? Here’s Help

March 16, 2020 Julie Coppens 0

Today I’m reminded of an old educational acronym: STOP! Spontaneous Teaching Opportunity Present! As positive as we’re all trying to be in these extraordinary and […]

Honorable Mentions From NPR Student Podcast Challenge

July 10, 2019 Webmaster 0

Earlier this year, NPR invited students to submit podcasts to the first-ever Student Podcast Challenge in order to compete for a grand prize, and a […]

Youth At The Booth Needs You!

July 5, 2019 Webmaster 1

Do you wish to be more involved in the democratic process? Looking for civic engagement opportunities? Then join Youth At The Booth! In an effort […]

Black History Series Part 1: Learning Black History through Music

February 5, 2019 David Childs 60

By Dr. David Childs, Ph.D.Northern Kentucky University A critical component in the success of the American democratic project is to embrace the diversity within the […]

A Conversation About Journalism

January 30, 2018 Webmaster 0

What is a Journalist? A journalist gathers and presents news and information that you can use to make better decisions about your life and community. […]

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Democracy & Me’s Student Voices Competition Set to Return in 2023

January 27, 2023 Ronny Salerno 0

UPDATE: Full contest information and submission is now available! WVXU’s Democracy & Me outreach program is pleased to announce that this year’s Student Voices Competition […]

What is Kwanzaa? It is an Original African American Holiday

December 28, 2022 David Childs 0

Dr. David Childs, D.D., Ph.D.Northern Kentucky University IntroductionsWhen someone hears the expression “Happy Holidays!” they may not understand what other “holidays” take place at the […]

Ghosts of Christmas Past: Christmas Traditions of the Past and Present

December 18, 2022 David Childs 3

Dr. David Childs, D.D., Ph.D.Northern Kentucky University Originally Published December 17, 2018 IntroductionOne of the hallmarks of a democratic society is the idea of cultural […]

Northern Kentucky University to Welcome Author Karyn Parsons (Hilary Banks from the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air) for Black History Lecture

December 10, 2022 David Childs 0

Dr. David J. Childs, D.D., Ph.D.Northern Kentucky University February 27, 6:30 pm, 2023 – Northern Kentucky University’s Black and Brown Educators of Excellence (BBEofE), in […]

I Thought Cowboys Were White? Learning the History of Famed Black Cowboy, Nat Love

November 18, 2022 David Childs 12

Dr. David J. Childs, D.D., Ph.D.Northern Kentucky University “They numbered thousands, among them many of the best riders, ropers, and wranglers.”– Philip Durham & Everett […]

Thanksgiving, the Wampanoag People and Native American History: With Resources and Lesson Plans

November 13, 2022 David Childs 4

Dr. David J. Childs, D.D, Ph.D.Northern Kentucky University IntroductionIt seems like we barely get through Halloween and the Thanksgiving season is upon us. Furthermore, as […]

Does my Vote Count? The Importance of Midterm Elections

November 8, 2022 David Childs 10

Dr. David Childs, D.D., Ph.D.Northern Kentucky UniversityWith election season upon us we have been reminded of the importance of not only voting in the midterm […]

Resources for Civic Education: Learning about State, Local and Federal Government

September 14, 2022 David Childs 4

Dr. David J. Childs, D.D., Ph.D.Northern Kentucky University Here are some resources for teachers, students and the general public to help them understand the ins […]

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