Holocaust Remembrance Day
This is a day set aside in April to commemorate the Holocaust as it evolved during World War II. Over six million people died in the Holocaust, through starvation, maltreatment, disease, and murder, among other ways. This month I was selected to research a quiz on the Holocaust, and through it learned many interesting things....
Easter as part of a semi-religious family
I grew up with a mother and father who were raised Protestant. They kept it personal, however, not attending church, but rather praying on their own and living the word of God through their actions. I was raised Protestant as well, but was not forced into Sunday School or any other overtly religious practice. I...
Diversity Quiz: Coming of Age Day in Japan
Coming of Age Day in Japan Coming of Age is celebrated in various ways around the globe. In Japan, this celebration is called “Seijin-no-Hi”. Try out the quiz below to see just how much you know about the history and traditions of this special day in Japan! Questions: (1) At what age are citizens officially...
Reflections — Coming of Age Day
Research always affirms to transform a prior conception. In researching Japan’s celebrations for Coming of Age Day, I have to admit I got a little jealous. All of the traditions and participation from the entire Japanese society painted a picture that sounded like a lot of fun. It made me a bit sad that American...
January Diversity Calendar
Use this calendar to learn more about diversity and culture in the month of January! January 1, Tuesday Emancipation Proclamation: United States. On this day in 1863 U.S. President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation that freed the slaves in the rebellious Confederate States. In said Proclamation Lincoln wrote, “…all persons held as slaves within...
December Diversity Calendar
Use this calendar to learn more about diversity and culture in the month of December! Although December has not been designated a special heritage month, it does contain celebratory days that are recognized internationally. On December 10 in 1948, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The document set...