Why is Black History Month important and what has it changed?
Jude Currie
If you looked at school curricula not so very long ago, you would struggle to find much on Black history in British and American teaching. In schools, students mostly learn…
What does Black History Month mean to Kingston University students?
Elizaveta Shchigireva
Kingston University students told us why Black History Month is still relevant today and what it means to them personally.
Review: What’s cooking in Smokings Kitchen?
Nancy Lama
Only a short bus ride from the Penrhyn Road campus is Smokings Kitchen, a local Jamaican restaurant. Located in New Malden, Smokings has a wide variety of traditional Caribbean food…
Rediscovering Rosa Parks
Wincent Hein
Students keen to know more about the importance of Rosa Parks to the civil rights movement attended an online event presented by Kingston University Provost Professor Helen Laville. Rosa Parks…
Kanye West’s social media locked after tirade of disrespectful posts
Lara Hassan
Kanye West’s Twitter and Instagram accounts have been locked following his latest questionable behaviour, posting an anti-semitic rant on the platforms. While debuting his Yeezy season 9 collection at Paris…
Mental health: External speakers offer advice at special event
A series of lightning talks took place at Penrhyn Road campus this week prompted by World Mental Health Day. KU students had a chance to attend a free event where…
Liveblog - Celebrating Black History Month
Munir Sulaiman
Good morning KU community, welcome to our live blog covering Black History Month, stay with us for the latest stories and to help us celebrate black culture, we’ll keep you…
Who is Cesar Picton? The Black gentleman honoured by KU
Charlie Evans
The Picton Room at Kingston University is a place where students can meet for a cup of coffee or a quick chat but do you know who it is named…
Tips to care for your mental health in first year
Georgia L Howell
For new students, starting university can be exciting, offering new beginnings and new opportunities. However it can be overwhelming and it’s not uncommon to feel isolated or to struggle with…
Five things to watch this Black History Month
Phebe Williams
As we celebrate Black History Month, we have put together an essential list of films and series that are a must-watch this month. Hope you enjoy! Green Book An African…