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FAITH ANDREWS-O'NEAL

PORTFOLIO OF ARTICLES

A Few of My Favorites

My experience as a journalist has allowed me to consistently produce well-written, fact-supported, interesting copy. My breadth of articles shows my proficiency in a variety of subjects and is a testament to my ability to quickly learn new topics. Click the description to be taken to my works via my school's newspaper website.

For senior residents seeking to get vaccinated, appointments are only accessible with the help of community members

APRIL 6, 2021

Seniors residents were among the first to be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccination in New York, but many in West Harlem have faced barriers to accessing information about vaccines and have often had to rely on community resources to help navigate the challenging landscape of attempting to get a vaccination appointment.

Housing, natural disasters, and streetscape: the various fronts of environmental racism in Harlem and throughout the city

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

High air pollution rates. Toxic waste plants. High temperatures. These are only some of the issues that West Harlem residents face as a result of the ever-worsening climate crisis, coupled with systemic neglect on the part of government officials, the New York City Housing Authority, and the disproportionate number of pollutant-producing entities in the area.

West Harlem residents’ distrust of hospitals is symptomatic of institutional disregard

February 5, 2021

The most vulnerable populations in West Harlem are reliant on local hospitals for health care, but strained community relations have put them at risk.

West Harlem residents were promised an equitable vaccination plan. There are no vaccination sites in their neighborhood.

February 2, 2021

West Harlem residents have no access to vaccination sites within Community Board 9 despite Mayor De Blasio’s promise of vaccine equity.

Local candidates join student organizers, back largest tuition strike in history at Sunday rally

January 18, 2021

In front of an array of posters emblazoned with red and black slogans, the Columbia-Barnard Young Democratic Socialists of America mounted a rally in support of its tuition strike. The rally began with a press conference in front of University President Lee Bollinger’s 60 West Morningside Drive home and culminated in a march to the steps of Low Library.

As COVID-19 cases spike, West Harlem residents struggle to find accessible testing

December 13, 2020

As the country returns to wide-spread lockdown orders, working-class people of color are again bearing the brunt of the pandemic.

Columbia faculty, alumni remember the life of professor and New York City’s first Black mayor David Dinkins

November 24, 2020

David N. Dinkins, New York City's first African American mayor, pictured in 2016. Dinkins passed away on Nov. 23 at the age of 93.

Vulnerable faculty members find research and professional growth stunted as remote learning continues

OCTOBER 28, 2020

In the midst of a global pandemic, caretakers and untenured professors are facing a disproportionate number of obstacles to professional growth compared to their peers.

DOJ challenges affirmative action in a lawsuit alleging Yale discriminates against white, Asian American applicants

October 16, 2020

According to experts, a DOJ lawsuit against Yale University for discriminating against white and Asian-American applicants lacks evidence. Nevertheless, there are worries about the future of affirmative action and a chilling effect on university admissions practices.

Black in ballet: Dance Theatre of Harlem highlights the role of Black dancers in a historically white art form

AUGUST 15, 2020

Dance Theatre of Harlem challenges the narrative that whiteness is essential to the aesthetics of ballet.

Corona phobia

March 10, 2020

With the Coronavirus spreading from the Wuhan province in China to the United States, there is a rise in fear and misinformation, directed toward the East Asian community specifically.

“Cats” is a horror show from my oddest nightmares

January 7, 2020

“Cats” is almost indescribable, and I left the movie unsure if I was even fully lucid.

I don't need to see Black pain

December 19, 2019

When I go to the movie theater, I do not want to view movies only centered around black people’s trauma.

“Harriet”: The life and legend of an abolitionist, made Hollywood

November 25, 2019

The “Harriet” movie takes a story that symbolizes black womanhood and twists it in a way that fits a cinematic agenda.

Climate Activists Demand Change

November 18, 2019

Students, teachers and concerned citizens all gathered Sept. 20 for a city-wide climate strike.

Impossible burgers: does soy bring joy?

September 18, 2019

The Impossible Burger is a new vegan alternative to a traditional meat burger, and I tried two versions at two different price points.

On the Come Up: a look into young hip hop

March 1, 2019

Angela Thomas takes readers into the mind of a rising rap star, complete with all the trappings of incumbent success.

Beyoncé is not overrated

February 28, 2019

And to say so is problematic.

The Hate U Give depicts real, black life

October 22, 2018

The Hate U Give is an accurate portrayal of what it is to be a black teen in America today.

Parlor KC: a food hall food haul

November 25, 2018

The first food hall in Kansas City is a perfect communal gathering space with diverse and delicious food.

Cornrows aren't for everyone

September 20, 2018

The appropriation of black culture is part of a larger issue that is racial marginalization.

There's a New Chief in Town

May 11, 2018

Chief Smith was sworn in August 2017, and has put community relations at the forefront of the department.

Black Panther: An Ode to the Black Experience

March 5, 2018

"Black Panther" challenges the way global media views Africa and its people.

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