Drew Brown had several admission offers from prestigious doctoral programs across the country when he decided two years ago to further his graduate study. But Temple University’s doctoral program in African-American studies quickly rose to the top of his list. Its esteemed faculty members, coupled with the school’s reputation as the first degree-granting doctoral program [...]
Controversy Brewing Around Temple University’s African-American Studies
December 17, 2012 | Posted by
Christian Feminist Writer Creates Controversy With Book About Her Attempt to Live ‘Biblically’ for a Year
October 19, 2012 | Posted by
Evangelical Christian writer Rachel Held Evans has stirred up controversy with her latest book, titled “A Year of Biblical Womanhood.” The book is an attempt to take a look at real women in the bible and how they are similar to women of today. For the past year, Rachel Evans has worn a scarf over her head, [...]
Chinese Officials Call American Politicians ‘Hypocritical’ over Olympic Uniforms
July 17, 2012 | Posted by
While the Ralph Lauren company promises to produce future U.S. Olympic uniforms in the United States after the company got attacked by U.S. politicians for manufacturing this year’s version in China, the Chinese news agency has blasted Americans for a response it called “hypocritical” and “irresponsible.” “The Olympics spirit is all about separating sports from [...]
Adidas ‘Shackle’ Sneakers Create Controversy
June 19, 2012 | Posted by
A new Adidas sneaker has sparked outrage, with some sneaker fans accusing the brand of promoting racism.The Roundhouse Mid “Handcuff” shoe, created by controversial New York designer Jeremy Scott, features a plastic orange shackle that attaches to each ankle. The $350 sneakers hit stores in August, but Adidas promoted them on their official Facebook page [...]
